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    Rincón de la Vieja Horseback Ride & 2.5-Mile Hike

    Ride forest trails and explore volcanic features in Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    4.6 stars• 1.1K reviews

    Duration

    5 hours

    Includes

    Horseback ride, park hike

    Highlights

    Ride a ranch horse through forest to the Las Pailas area, then explore volcanic landscapes on foot. See fumaroles, boiling pools, volcanic mud, and dry tropical forest in Parque Nacional Rincón de la Vieja.

    • Ride 45 minutes on a forest trail to the Las Pailas park entrance
    • Hike the 2.5-mile Las Pailas loop through dry tropical forest
    • Explore steaming fumaroles, boiling pools, and bubbling volcanic mud
    • Look for monkeys, coatis, armadillos, iguanas, and more than 300 bird species
    • Cross small rivers and pass small waterfalls along the trail

    Important details

    • Ages 4+ only
    • Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
    • Not permitted during pregnancy
    • Not suitable for significant mobility restrictions
    • Horseback riding weight limit: 240 lbs (109 kg)
    • Bring long pants, comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, water, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and a camera
    • The national park entrance fee is not included in the listed price
    • Children ages 4–12 require valid ID

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 48 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full tour price.

    Product ID: 4GRYGG

    FAQs

    Bring the credit card used for your booking and matching valid photo ID. The name on the card must match the contact name on the booking.

    Transportation between Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin and Rincon de la Vieja National Park is available if chosen and takes about 10 minutes by car.

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    Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

    Experience provided by Hacienda Guachipelin

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    $83.30

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    Child

    $71.40

    Ages 4-12 • Valid ID Required

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