Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park: A Tropical Oasis

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Chirripó National Park, head towards the town of San Isidro de El General. From the park entrance, take Route 2 (Interamericana) southbound. Follow the signs to San Isidro until you reach the intersection with Route 244. Turn left onto Route 244 towards Pérez Zeledón. Continue on this road for approximately 18 kilometers until you see signs for Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park. There will be a parking area available near the entrance, where you will need to pay an entrance fee of around $8 per person.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Nauyaca Waterfall via public transportation, first take a bus from Chirripó National Park to San Isidro de El General. Buses to San Isidro run frequently from the park, and the fare is usually around $2-$4. Once in San Isidro, look for a bus service heading to Pérez Zeledón. Inform the driver that you are going to Nauyaca Waterfall. The bus fare is generally around $1. After arriving in Pérez Zeledón, you may need to take a taxi (approximately $10-$15) or find a local shuttle service that will take you directly to the park entrance, where you will pay the entrance fee of around $8.

• Taxi or Shuttle

  If you prefer a more direct option from Chirripó National Park, you can hire a taxi or a private shuttle service. Arrange this in advance or ask at your accommodation for recommendations. The cost for a taxi can vary, but expect to pay around $40-$60 depending on the distance and service. The taxi will take you directly to the Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park entrance, where you will need to pay an entrance fee of around $8.