5 Most Active Volcanoes In Costa Rica

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5 Most Active Volcanoes In Costa Rica

Interestingly, Costa Rica is the home to over 110 volcanoes! Imagine if they all erupted simultaneously, what would happen? Don't get scared, there are only five active actually. What's super fun about them is that you can go close enough to see a live lava show.

POAS VOLCANO

Poas Volcano is undoubtedly the most popular volcano in San Jose. Basically it is because it's only a 45 minute drive from there. Poas Volcano has tree craters.

Poas Volcano has tree craters. The main crater is the active one. You can walk right up to the tip of the crater and look in and of course, it is simply amazing! When you look inside, with an amazed eye you can see a bubbling lava lake.

Note: I recommend to visit this volcano in the morning because as the day rolls, the clouds come up and you barely can see your hand.

ARENAL VOLCANO

The only thing that kept Arenal Volcano from being number 1 is the fact that it's a bit further drive! The best part is its nonstop lava flowing show and you may also well get a steam bath there. But I must say it is quite amazing and one of the top 10 most active volcanoes in the world.

IRAZU VOLCANO

Irazu can be considered as one of the best for many good reasons. First of all, you get ocean views on a clear day. Next, it is the tallest volcano in Costa Rica. And last but not the least you can walk over to the tip and see a blue-green, sometimes red, mineral lake inside the active volcano.

This volcano is also a great day trip from San Jose. Another great thing you can do on the road is to add a stopover in Cartago and see the famous Basilica where millions of people make a religious pilgrimage each year, in August.

RINCON DE LA VIEJA VOLCANO

This volcano is surrounded by a freshwater lake, waterfalls, hot springs, geysers and boiling mud pools. The literal definition of this volcano is corner of the old lady and the locals refer to this volcano as though she is an old lady. This is the third most active volcano in Costa Rica. Rincon De La Vieja is located very close to Liberia in the Guanacaste region and is a great day trip. Where else can you dip your body in a mud pool filled with minerals warmed up by the volcano?

TURRIALBA VOLCANO

On your way here you will notice that there are no paved roads to the top, but the nature lodges surrounding it have horseback excursions to take you up to the top and have a peek inside making it another one of those adventure-get-aways.. That is what is so great about it.

About the Author

Marina K. Villatoro, the Travel Experta, has been living in Central America - Costa Rica and Guatemala for the past decade. Traveling with her family to all parts of Costa Rica and Guatemala, she now loves organizing vacations for people and offers first hand experience. Contact her for advice and to plan your perfect trip!