Orosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi) Tours
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The thick green forests, fertile coffee plantations, and scenic mountains of the Orosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi) draw bird watchers, freshwater fishermen, and nature lovers to the banks of the Reventazon River, as well as the pristine lake formed by the Cachi Dam.
Travelers can spend the morning wandering through Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi Church, where Spanish Colonial artifacts and religious paintings line the interior of Costa Rica’s oldest church still in use. Adventurers will enjoy an afternoon at the Irazu Volcano. Crater lakes and lush farmland make for scenic hikes and picturesque views.
The Ruins of Ujarras, with peaceful gardens and even a nearby public swimming pool, prove another popular destination for both travelers and residents. Buy lunch from one of the local women selling fragrant arepas before exploring the historic ruins and cooling off with a refreshing dip.
Travelers can spend the morning wandering through Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi Church, where Spanish Colonial artifacts and religious paintings line the interior of Costa Rica’s oldest church still in use. Adventurers will enjoy an afternoon at the Irazu Volcano. Crater lakes and lush farmland make for scenic hikes and picturesque views.
The Ruins of Ujarras, with peaceful gardens and even a nearby public swimming pool, prove another popular destination for both travelers and residents. Buy lunch from one of the local women selling fragrant arepas before exploring the historic ruins and cooling off with a refreshing dip.
Practical Info
Orosi River Valley is located about 40 miles from San Jose and five miles south of Cartago.
Address: Orosi, Costa Rica
10 Tours and Activities to Experience Orosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi)
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Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley and Lankester
Discover orchid gardens, colonial architecture, and a magnificent volcano on this full-day trip to Orosi Valley from San Jose. Admire Irazu Volcano—the tallest in the country—and wander the historic streets of Orosi’s town center. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a leisurely stroll through the gorgeous Lankester Botanical Gardens.
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$108.00
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$108.00
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Orosi & Lankester From San José
Explore the Orosi Valley and the Lankester Botanical Gardens on this guided combination half-day tour from San José. The gardens, which are located outside of Cartago, serve as a center for orchid research, including more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads, and other plants. Following the gardens, head to the town of Orosi to view the 18th-century Iglesia de San José de Orosi and colonial churches.
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$74.00
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$74.00
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Combo Tour : Irazu Volcano/Orosi Valley/Lankester Garden
This tour is the combination of the Irazu Volcano National Park, the Orosi Valley and Lankester Garden tours. With this excursion you will see an impressive volcano, visit important historical and cultural places in our country and also will have the opportunity to see beautiful plants. To that end, the tour offers the mystique of the Irazu Volcano, and the enchantment of the lush gardens in Orosi.
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$160.00
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$160.00
Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Orosi Valley
Enjoy stunning views from Irazu Volcano National Park and Orosi Valley, plus wander through the streets of Cartago City on this popular tour that takes travelers outside for a taste of Costa Rican nature. Explore the active Irazu volcano some 3,432 meters above sea level and gain a deeper understanding of why Costa Rica's largest volcano is so impressive!
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$120.00
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$120.00
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Irazu Volcano, Orosi &Lankester From San Jose
Visit the Irazú Volcano National Park and Lankester Botanical Garden on this all-day tour from San Jose. First, head to Irazú Volcano, the highest active volcano in Costa Rica at 11,260 feet (3,400 meters) tall and see its most popular attraction, the giant Diego de la Haya crater. On the return trip, stop at the Lankester Garden, which was established to protect types of flora.
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$103.50
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$103.50
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Cartago Highlights: Irazu Volcano, Orosi, Lake & Ujarras Ruins. Private Tour
Costa Rica’s Cartago Province is home to the lofty Irazú Volcano as well as a variety of historic settlements. See Cartago’s highlights in a single day on this private tour, which allows you to experience Irazú Volcano National Park’s panoramic viewpoints and steaming craters, visit centuries-old settlements, and admire historic Spanish-colonial churches. Your guide navigates and provides transportation, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery.
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$225.00
Price varies by group size
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$225.00
Price varies by group size
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Cartago City Highlights, Irazu Volcano and Hot Springs. Private Tour
See the active Irazu Volcano and other highlights of Costa Rica’s Cartago province at your own pace on a private tour from San Jose. Reach the summit of the peak known by locals as ‘El Colosso,’ famous for its modern eruptions and lake-filled craters. Soak up regional culture in the artsy, historic town of Orosi, and spend the afternoon relaxing in mineral-rich hot springs and dining at a volcanic resort.
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$255.00
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$255.00
Price varies by group size
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Bicycle Tour from San Jose
Ride through the Costa Rican countryside with a guide on this 7-hour bike tour from San Jose. Cover more territory than in possible on foot — but absorb more than what is possible by car — as you travel through rural towns, coffee fields, forests, and more in Cartago Province.
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$165.76
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$165.76
Irazú Volcano + Lankester Garden + Orosí Valley
You will live a beautiful experience when visiting the highest volcano in the country followed by knowing a spectacular garden and at the end you will enjoy a wonderful view where you will find peace and happiness.
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$125.00
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$125.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Rafting Orosi & Canopy Sibo
Exciting Adventure in Orosi
Rafting and Canopy Combination
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$100.00
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$100.00
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