Irazú Volcano and Tapantí National Park
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 We
leave San
José on a well maintained asphalt road eastwards. After
about a 30 minute ride, we turn off the major highway and start
the climbing the majestic Irazú volcano. Starting at an
altitude of approx. 3.500 ft and reaching the peak at 11.000 ft
(!), we will not only pass an endless number of curves and turns,
but also many different vegetation zones, characterized by changes
in altitude and climate, passing ranches with cattle and horses
and riding over hilly fields where potatoes, onions and other vegetables
are grown.
After visiting the impressive volcano with its green lagoon deep
inside, we will go on to the second stage of our trip, which takes
us through the town of Cartago, the religious capitol of Costa
Rica. After another 20 minutes we start climbing down to the beautiful
Orosi valley, enjoying scenic view as we drive through coffee plantations
and along an artificial lake. After the small town of Orosi, the
road turns into a gravel as we continue to the Tapantí National
Park. On an old supply-road we can enter deep into the park, where
we will have some breathtaking views of untouched rain forests
and the valley of Rio Macho.
After a long ride, we then have lunch at the rustic Kiri lodge,
where we can enjoy freshly caught trout for lunch. After a good
rest, we return to San Jose. If time allows, we can take a larger
loop that will include several gravel sections.
After lunch, we will go on over small gravel trails through coffee
and vegetable plantations to the small town of Ujarras, located
beautifully on an artificial lake, surrounded by green mountains
and rain forests. Here, we can visit "Dreamer's House" of
the famous artist Macedonio Quesada. In the afternoon we return
via another scenic road to San José.
| Duration: |
1 Day . |
| Skill-level: |
Good street-riding and basic off-road skills required. |
| Route: |
90 - 120 miles on asphalt roads; 20-40 miles on gravel-trails. |
Price per rider:
| Group Size |
May - November |
December - April |
| 1 Rider |
US$ 179,- |
US$ 199,- |
| 2 Riders |
US$ 159,- |
US$ 179,- |
| 3 Riders |
US$ 149,- |
US$ 169,- |
| 4 Riders |
US$ 139,- |
US$ 159,- |
A safety deposit of US$600 (credit
card) is required for each motorcycle rented.
Prices and conditions
may vary. Restrictions may apply. |
Prices are per person and include:
- Motorcycle and helmet rental;
- Insurance and free mileage;
- Gasoline and lubricants;
- Bilingual tour guide on own motorcycle;
- Lunch;
- Admission to Tapantí National Park and the Dreamer's
House;
- All taxes.
Other Motorcycle Adventure Tours currently offered by Wild Rider Motorcycles:
Contact us if you like any information on the following:
- Self-Guided Tours
- Group Rates
- Heavy-duty Off-Road Tours
- Self-Guided Tours by Car
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