{"id":13846,"date":"2017-04-21T10:00:15","date_gmt":"2017-04-21T09:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=13846"},"modified":"2025-08-15T23:25:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T06:25:29","slug":"costa-rica-waterfalls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/costa-rica-waterfalls\/","title":{"rendered":"5 WATERFALLS YOU CAN’T MISS WHEN VISITING COSTA RICA"},"content":{"rendered":"

Costa Rica has many things to offer; surfing, bird watching, pristine beaches, hiking, active volcanoes, natural hot springs, zip lining, canyoning\u2026 the list goes on and on. And while I loved Costa Rica<\/a> for all of those things, like any girl my favorite activity when abroad is chasing waterfalls. Just like the rest of the amazing, natural wonders you can find in this beautiful Central American country, it does not disappoint when it comes to waterfalls. On my recent trip I visited seven different waterfalls and I still felt like I was barely scratching the surface! Here are five waterfalls you can\u2019t miss while in Costa Rica.<\/p>\n

1) Rio Celeste Waterfall<\/h3>\n

Known around the world for its insane blue coloring Rio Celeste Waterfall<\/a> tops the lists of the best waterfalls in Costa Rica. There is no photoshop in the picture above. The water is just that blue due to minerals in the water and the way they react to light. You can visit this waterfall by heading to Bijagua and entering Tenorio National Park. Here are detailed directions<\/a> and tips for visiting this perfect waterfall.<\/p>\n

2) La Fortuna Waterfall<\/h3>\n

Located in the small town of La Fortuna that sits at the base of the huge Arenal Volcano, this waterfall can sometimes be overlooked because of all the things to do in the area. Don\u2019t make that mistake. Head to La Fortuna Waterfall early in the morning to beat the crowds and experience the powerful waterfall alone. More tips on visiting La Fortuna Waterfall here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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3) Nauyaca Waterfall<\/h3>\n

Nauyaca Waterfall is located in the Dominical area and is a very popular attraction. The two-tier waterfall is surrounded by lush jungle and is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day in Costa Rica. You can hike to the waterfall in about 1 hour or arrange a 3-hour tour on horseback for around $70. You can book once you arrive or click here<\/a> to book ahead of time.<\/p>\n

4) Viento Fresco Waterfalls<\/h3>\n

This is my favorite waterfall stop in all of Costa Rica. It is most likely because I like a good deal \u2013 and this is a great deal. The lone trail on this property leads you to 4 gorgeous waterfalls and a 5th one can be seen from the lookout point. The rainbow waterfall with its 75 meter (245 feet) drop was my favorite. Details on visiting the waterfalls here<\/a>, including how to find the hidden waterfall.<\/p>\n

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5) Montezuma Waterfall<\/h3>\n

One of the few free waterfalls in Costa Rica (although parking is $2) the Montezuma Waterfall<\/a> is great for budget travelers. There are 3 waterfalls to explore but most people stop at the first one since the second two require good physical fitness to reach. Even if you only go for the first waterfall it is fantastic, and many people jump (at their own risk) from the cliff into the deep pool.<\/p>\n

Costa Rica Waterfall Chasing Tips<\/h3>\n