Experience the Serene Beauty of Laguna Ditkevi

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, start from the main entrance of Chirripó National Park, which is located in San Gerardo de Rivas. From there, take Route 2 towards San Isidro de El General. After approximately 30 minutes, you'll reach the junction for Route 10. Turn left onto Route 10 and continue for about 45 minutes until you reach the town of Talamanca. Once in Talamanca, follow the signs towards Limón Province. Laguna Ditkevi is located near the coordinates 9.4684498, -83.4811726, which is approximately 10 minutes from Talamanca town center. You may need to use GPS to navigate as the final stretch may not be clearly marked.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Laguna Ditkevi using public transportation, first make your way to the San Isidro de El General bus terminal. From there, take a bus to Talamanca, which may take about 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive in Talamanca, look for local transportation options, such as taxis or shared shuttles, that can take you closer to Laguna Ditkevi. The final distance to Laguna Ditkevi from Talamanca is around 10-15 minutes by car, so be sure to confirm the exact drop-off point with the driver.

• Hiking

  If you are already in Chirripó National Park and prefer to hike to Laguna Ditkevi, start your trek from the Chirripó base camp. The hike will take you through various terrains and can take several hours depending on your pace. Make sure to carry enough water and snacks, and check with park rangers for the best routes and any necessary permits. Follow the marked trails, and keep your GPS handy to navigate directly to the coordinates 9.4684498, -83.4811726.