Half-Day Hiking in Pico Blanco Itzkatzú Trail

San Jose, Costa Rica

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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

Description

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 arrive at the starting point where you will drink a hot cup of coffee or tea. 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.

12:00 p.m.:
You will return to the starting point where you will have a brunch and do some stretching exercises.

1: 00 p.m.:
Our guide will drop you off back at you hotel or meeting point.

Inclusions

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

Exclusions

Travel insurance
Tips

Additional information

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
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Each vehicle will carry a waste basket with a plastic bag for disposable masks, gloves, tissues, etc. Bags are properly handled and disposed by our staff at the end of the tour.
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

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Operates

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Cancellation

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

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