Chirripo Mountain Sunrise Trek
Climb the highest mountain of Costa Rica 3821m.
Highlights
Bilingual guided hike, overnight stay at los Crestones station, Chriripo peak 3821m at sunrise
Climb the highest mountain of Costa Rica, experience a unique change in the environment as you start out from a tropical forest and make your way to the subalpine moor forest at the top! Visit the unique rock formations formed millions of years ago and watch the sunrise from high above and with a bit of luck glance at both coasts.
- 1 Night accommodation in San Gerardo de Rivas. (Dinner, Breakfast).
- Chirripo National Park entrance fee for 2 days.
- 2 Night accommodation at Los Crestones station (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Bedclothes: 1 sheet, 1 sleeping bag and 1 pillow per person.
- Lunch in San Gerardo de Rivas after descent.
- Naturalist Tour guide with 2+ participants (English, Spanish spoken)
Inquire for alternative routes to Cerro Uran (3660m) or the 3day2night package.
Day 1: Arrive by your own to San Gerardo de Rivas town before 2 pm. This place is your ‘jumping off’ point for the hike. Take the time to explore this magical place. Bathe in the gorgeous hot pools, take a horseback through the mountains or set out with camera and binoculars to catch sight of birds and animals commonly seen in this unspoiled region. Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 2: Early morning breakfast. You will be transferred to the entrance point to start hiking by 5:00 a.m. During the ascent you’ll see animals like toucans, trogons and many others that can show up in the cloud forest and moorlands famous for its dwarf vegetation.
Upon arrival to El Paramo Environmental Refuge Center, you will check in and have a delicious lunch. Relax and recover the energy for the rest of the afternoon, enjoy the beautiful landscapes and surroundings. Lunch, Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 3: After breakfast, you will trek to the Chirripó Mountain. There are numerous glacial lakes in the area, which is why the Talamanca Indians called this area “Chirripó” that means: "Place of Enchanted Waters." On a clear day you may admire the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean views. Later descend to “Valle de los Conejos”, hike to the Terbi and Crestones hills and afternoon return to the Refuge. Lunch, Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 4: After breakfast you will hike all the way back to San Gerardo de Rivas where you will be received with a delicious lunch. Change clothes, relax and continue with your vacation on your own.
Backpack suitable for mountaineering, preferably with wide supports for the shoulders and hooks on the chest and
hip that allows a better weight distribution. If you are going to transport all your luggage it should have a capacity of at least 45 liters. If you plan to use a carrier service please bring a daypack suitable to store all the necessary items.
Clothes:
The clothing must include: 2 t-shirts, 3 pairs of socks (2 that are warm), gloves, a hat that covers ears, a sweatshirt or
pajamas to sleep in, a good sweater preferably windbreaker, long-sleeved shirt for walking, pants
comfortable for walking and comfortable, not tight underwear. Important; DO NOT bring jeans to perform this tour.
Rainjacket (indispensable) and cover for the Backpack.
A pair of shoes that resist water and rocky areas (if they are bought to make the trip, do it with at least 15 days of
in advance and use them as much as possible before the trip).
A pair of light tennis shoes or sandals.
One headlamp per person (indispensable). Please invest in a good quality bulb, preferably headlamps that
can be placed on the head and USB charged.
Sunscreen 50+ water/sweatproof (indispensable).
Lip balm (essential), rose cream or Vaseline.
Refill Water bottle (indispensable) with capacity 1-1,5l
Cap or hat (indispensable).
- Package might not be available on October. Please inquire!
- Rates are per person and they may change depending on the dates interested. Feel free to contact us to receive a quotation with your specific dates, number of travelers and their ages at [email protected] or fill the request form below.
- We offer accommodation options at budget, mid-range and upscale hotels, we’ll be glad to quote your preference.
- Local flights and transfers allow a maximum luggage weight of 25 pounds (12kg).
- Porters for personal luggage. Although this service is optional, it is highly recommended.
use it, due to the technical level of the route and is NOT included!
If this service is required by the client, the cost is $150 or its equivalent in colones per Carrier, who must be hired for two working days (due to the distances to be traveled and the security of the Porters there is no option to provide this service in a single day). Every Carrier transports 12 kilos maximum.
Climb the highest mountain of Costa Rica, experience a unique change in the environment as you start out from a tropical forest and make your way to the subalpine moor forest at the top! Visit the unique rock formations formed millions of years ago and watch the sunrise from high above and with a bit of luck glance at both coasts.
Day 1: Arrive by your own to San Gerardo de Rivas town before 2 pm. This place is your ‘jumping off’ point for the hike. Take the time to explore this magical place. Bathe in the gorgeous hot pools, take a horseback through the mountains or set out with camera and binoculars to catch sight of birds and animals commonly seen in this unspoiled region. Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 2: Early morning breakfast. You will be transferred to the entrance point to start hiking by 5:00 a.m. During the ascent you’ll see animals like toucans, trogons and many others that can show up in the cloud forest and moorlands famous for its dwarf vegetation.
Upon arrival to El Paramo Environmental Refuge Center, you will check in and have a delicious lunch. Relax and recover the energy for the rest of the afternoon, enjoy the beautiful landscapes and surroundings. Lunch, Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 3: After breakfast, you will trek to the Chirripó Mountain. There are numerous glacial lakes in the area, which is why the Talamanca Indians called this area “Chirripó” that means: "Place of Enchanted Waters." On a clear day you may admire the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean views. Later descend to “Valle de los Conejos”, hike to the Terbi and Crestones hills and afternoon return to the Refuge. Lunch, Dinner, Room and Breakfast Included.
Day 4: After breakfast you will hike all the way back to San Gerardo de Rivas where you will be received with a delicious lunch. Change clothes, relax and continue with your vacation on your own.
- 1 Night accommodation in San Gerardo de Rivas. (Dinner, Breakfast).
- Chirripo National Park entrance fee for 2 days.
- 2 Night accommodation at Los Crestones station (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Bedclothes: 1 sheet, 1 sleeping bag and 1 pillow per person.
- Lunch in San Gerardo de Rivas after descent.
- Naturalist Tour guide with 2+ participants (English, Spanish spoken)
Inquire for alternative routes to Cerro Uran (3660m) or the 3day2night package.
Backpack suitable for mountaineering, preferably with wide supports for the shoulders and hooks on the chest and
hip that allows a better weight distribution. If you are going to transport all your luggage it should have a capacity of at least 45 liters. If you plan to use a carrier service please bring a daypack suitable to store all the necessary items.
Clothes:
The clothing must include: 2 t-shirts, 3 pairs of socks (2 that are warm), gloves, a hat that covers ears, a sweatshirt or
pajamas to sleep in, a good sweater preferably windbreaker, long-sleeved shirt for walking, pants
comfortable for walking and comfortable, not tight underwear. Important; DO NOT bring jeans to perform this tour.
Rainjacket (indispensable) and cover for the Backpack.
A pair of shoes that resist water and rocky areas (if they are bought to make the trip, do it with at least 15 days of
in advance and use them as much as possible before the trip).
A pair of light tennis shoes or sandals.
One headlamp per person (indispensable). Please invest in a good quality bulb, preferably headlamps that
can be placed on the head and USB charged.
Sunscreen 50+ water/sweatproof (indispensable).
Lip balm (essential), rose cream or Vaseline.
Refill Water bottle (indispensable) with capacity 1-1,5l
Cap or hat (indispensable).
- Package might not be available on October. Please inquire!
- Rates are per person and they may change depending on the dates interested. Feel free to contact us to receive a quotation with your specific dates, number of travelers and their ages at [email protected] or fill the request form below.
- We offer accommodation options at budget, mid-range and upscale hotels, we’ll be glad to quote your preference.
- Local flights and transfers allow a maximum luggage weight of 25 pounds (12kg).
- Porters for personal luggage. Although this service is optional, it is highly recommended.
use it, due to the technical level of the route and is NOT included!
If this service is required by the client, the cost is $150 or its equivalent in colones per Carrier, who must be hired for two working days (due to the distances to be traveled and the security of the Porters there is no option to provide this service in a single day). Every Carrier transports 12 kilos maximum.