Cavernas de Venado: A Subterranean Adventure
Discover Costa Rica's hidden depths: Explore the mesmerizing Venado Caves with stunning rock formations, underground rivers, and unique wildlife encounters.
Explore the Venado Caves, a geological treasure in Costa Rica near La Fortuna. Formed millions of years ago, these caves offer a unique adventure through underground rivers, stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and narrow passages, revealing a hidden world beneath the surface.
A brief summary to Cavernas de Venado
- San Carlos, Alajuela Province, CR
- +50684404333
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-4 pm
- Thursday 7 am-4 pm
- Friday 7 am-4 pm
- Saturday 7 am-4 pm
- Sunday 7 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and clothes that you don't mind getting muddy.
- Bring a waterproof bag to protect your phone and other valuables.
- Be prepared to get wet and possibly crawl through tight spaces.
- Consider bringing a change of clothes, as showers are available on site.
- Book your tour in advance, especially during peak season.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From La Fortuna, take a bus to Venado town. Buses typically depart a couple of times a day. The bus ticket costs around $4. From Venado, you'll need to take a taxi to the caves, which is about a $5.
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Taxi
A taxi directly from La Fortuna to Cavernas de Venado will cost between $40 and $60. It's recommended to arrange for a return taxi, as public transportation is infrequent in the area.
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Car
From La Fortuna, head west on Route 142, then turn right onto Route 35. Follow the signs to San Carlos, then continue to La Fortuna and take Route 4 to the entrance of Cavernas de Venado. Parking is available at the site.
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