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Caving tour & hiking at Barra Honda national park
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Located in the province of Guanacaste. The geological significance of Barra Honda, is the existence of underground caverns that have required about 60 million years to form, consisting of coral sand. We walk a distance of about 2 miles round trip on the tropical dry forest lasting approximately 2 hours. We descent downstairs latter around 17 meters with arness equipment hold in a safety line. We spot the formation of stalagmites and stalactites under the caves. We send there around 30 minutes there. We have a CAVE for kids only and must to be supervise by an adult. At least 6 years old to do this tour. The vegetation is mainly deciduous and include species such as capuchin monkeys (Ceb...
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From 4 hours to 5 hours
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Offered in English & Spanish
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Free Cancellation
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Private transportation
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Bottled water
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Lunch
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Helmet and arnes equipment
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Alcoholic Beverages
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Soda/Pop
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The geological significance of Barra Honda, is the underground caverns that have required about 60 million years to form, consisting of coral sand. In the upper part of the National Park, about 400 meters high there is a panoramic view of the river Tempisque lowlands, and the Gulf of Nicoya and some of its islands. Terciopelo Cave: Formation as much as the body, because it emits different tones when struck gently walls, has a total depth of 62 meters. The descent into the cave is about 45 minutes to 1 hour maximum and is done with special equipment for caving. Access is made with a initial vertical descent of 17 meters. And then continue all the way down an inclined plane 35 ° to the east. Other decorations are Amazing “lions” head and Curtains” Cuevita Cave: This cave is only for children between 4 years to 12 years old. The deep of this one is around 2 meters, you could see great formations of the stalagmites  and stalactites on a beaty wall.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour IS NOT recommended for people with claustrophobia
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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