Half-Day Hiking in Pico Blanco Itzkatzú Trail

This hike is ideal for those adventurers who are in downtown and want to get to know some of most famous San José mountains.

These mountains belong to the Protective Zone of Escazú and are part of the Cordillera de Talamanca. The best known hills are:

• Monkey Trail Hill 2,428 m.a.s.l.
• Cedral Hill 2,420 m.a.s.l.
• Pico Alto Hill 2,353 m.a.s.l.
• The most famous Pico Blanco 2,271 m.a.s.l. Its name refers to its rockier side which can be seen from miles away.

Come join me to hike these unknown but spectacular hillsides!

Join me on these spectacular hikes off the beaten path!

Distance: 5 - 7 km approx. (A shorter or longer distance can be arranged if previously requested, as long as it is within the same time schedule)
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Difficulty: Medium / High
Departure: 8:00 a.m.
Note: The terrain on this hike features dirt roads, mountain trails through rain forest paths


Itinerary

Itinerary:

7 a.m.:
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel or meeting point.

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.:
You will start the hike to Pico Blanco, take your first views of the beautiful San Jose mountains. During the hike, you will have some snacks and be reaching the highest point about 2,271 m.a.s.l. Rest your feet and body at the hilltop. Then you will continue our hike downhill.

1:00 p.m.:
You will return to the starting point and finish your walk. After the hike you will have a lunch on a typical restaurant in the beautiful town of San Antonio.

2: 00 p.m.:
Our guide will drop you off back at you hotel or meeting point.




Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability"



Duração: 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up & drop-off service included for downtown areas such as: Paseo Colon, Sabana, Pavas, Rohrmoser, Escazú, Santa Ana & Lindora. Please send us your hotel address at the time of the booking to coordinate your transportation. Additional costs apply to areas outside of downtown.

Airports

• Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, San Jose Costa Rica

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Snacks
• Bottled water
• Coffee and/or Tea
• Lunch
• Trekking poles
• Hotel pick up & drop off
• Guide/Expert from the area

Não Incluído

• Travel insurance
• Tips

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