{"id":13460,"date":"2023-05-04T16:12:28","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T23:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspiretraveleat.com\/?p=13460"},"modified":"2023-08-30T18:17:20","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T01:17:20","slug":"best-waterfalls-in-manuel-antonio-costa-rica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inspiretraveleat.com\/best-waterfalls-in-manuel-antonio-costa-rica\/","title":{"rendered":"2 Best Waterfalls In Manuel Antonio Costa Rica"},"content":{"rendered":"
Located in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio has some of the most stunning waterfalls you might ever see just a short ride out of town. This article will focus on two gorgeous bucket-list waterfalls you must visit on your next trip to Manuel Antonio.<\/p>\n
These two falls were a couple of the most amazing falls I have seen in the world and what’s more is that they are very accessible to most levels of physical ability.<\/p>\n
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Many know Manuel Antonio is a stunning tropical paradise located in the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, which is known for its beautiful beaches, national park and abundant wildlife.<\/p>\n
However, not everyone knows the area also boasts some of the most spectacular waterfalls in Central America, including Nauyaca Waterfalls and Eco Chontales Waterfall.<\/p>\n
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What makes these the best in the area is their proximity to Manuel Antonio and easy of ability to get them along with their overall beauty. <\/p>\n
In this article, we’ll explore these magnificent natural wonders and why they should be on your must-visit list when traveling to Manuel Antonio.<\/p>\n
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On top of the stunning falls both of these locations have an amazing authentic restaurants you must try when you visit!<\/p>\n
Nauyaca Waterfalls is one of the most amazing waterfalls I have ever seen with two sets of massive falls.<\/p>\n
Located in the heart of the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica, Nauyaca Waterfalls is a somewhat hidden gem that should be on every traveler’s bucket list.<\/p>\n
With two towering cascades, the falls offer a breathtaking view of the surrounding jungle and landscape.<\/p>\n
The waterfall is accessed through a private reserve, where visitors can hike through the lush rainforest and enjoy a dip in the crystal-clear pools.<\/p>\n
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The hike from the main office is 12 kilometer round-trip while the hike from the parking lot is 8 km round-trip if you have a car.<\/p>\n
It is not a guided hike but it is a straightforward path down a road and then simple to follow the trail.<\/p>\n
Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by a variety of flora and fauna, including potentially howler monkeys, toucans, and sloths.<\/p>\n
Once you reach the falls, you can swim in the natural pools, jump off cliffs, or simply relax and take in the stunning scenery.<\/p>\n
The 12 km hike is long with a lot of elevation change so it would be difficult due to its length. The 8 km round-trip is moderate and if you shuttle right up close it is easy.<\/p>\n
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The first falls are 20 meters high and the second set above those are 45 meters high.<\/p>\n
Yes, there are a ton of pools you can swim in at Nauyaca Waterfalls. You can also swim right up under them as well as find some grottos & caves to the side.<\/p>\n
You can climb the falls as well but only with a top level guide and you must be extremely fit and well versed in climbing to attempt it.<\/p>\n
It is just $10 to hike from the main office and that is 12 kilometers round-trip or if you have a car you can start from the parking lot just 8 km round-trip.<\/p>\n
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It is $32 USD per person if you choose to take their 4×4 shuttle from the main office to be just 100 meters from the falls. <\/p>\n
The $32 USD shuttle runs every hour typically. They also offer horseback riding for $80 USD.<\/p>\n
Nauyaca Waterfalls is open 7am to 2pm except for Sundays when it opens at 8am. <\/p>\n
Yes, the main office has a restaurant and it is amazing!<\/p>\n
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There are plenty of tours who will take you there or if you have a car you can drive right up to the office at Cataratas Nauyaca, Dominical – San Isidro PZ, Provincia de Puntarenas. <\/p>\n
You can use Google or any maps to find it as well. The road is pretty steady and most every car can get there.<\/p>\n
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Yes, I use and love Paddle 9<\/a> tours who not only take you here but they also first stop at a more secret smaller falls to play around in on the way. It also includes lunch and snacks like fresh fruit etc. www.paddle9sup.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Nauyaca Falls webpage is quite helpful with lots of information so you can go here for total info you need. nauyacawaterfallscostarica.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a more secluded and off-the-beaten-path waterfall experience, Eco Chontales Waterfall is the perfect choice and equally as exquisite.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Located just over an hour from Manuel Antonio, this more secret waterfall is a pristine oasis surrounded by dense jungle and wildlife. The waterfall is about 70 meters high, and its turquoise-blue water cascades into a large pool at the bottom.<\/p>\n The pools at the bottom are also great for swimming and a dazzling photo in themselves. Beyond the pools there are more cascading waterfalls that also lend themselves to cliff-jumping for locals who know the spots to go.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n While everything about these falls is unreal, there is also a restaurant at the bottom and please be sure to save room to eat there! Enjoy your visit and take your time as it is amazing when you are down there.<\/p>\n Getting to the Eco Chontales Waterfall is an adventure in itself, as you’ll need to drive through dirt roads and hike for about 30 minutes through the jungle.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n However, the journey is well worth it, as you’ll be rewarded with a truly unique and unforgettable experience. You can use google maps to get to the trailhead 9573+2MC, Unnamed Road, San Jos\u00e9, P\u00e9rez Zeled\u00f3n, Costa Rica.<\/p>\nBest Secret Waterfall: Eco Chontales Waterfall <\/h2>\n
How do you get to Eco Chontales Waterfall?<\/h2>\n