Turrialba
Nestled among the lush green hills of the Central Valley, Turrialba is known for its beautiful mountains, rich shade-grown coffee and its whitewater rafting opportunities, said to be the best in Central America.
Snapshot
Summary
World-famous whitewater rafting; coffee country also known for its namesake cheese.
Landscape
City, Mountains, Volcano
Attractions
Guayabo National Monument, Pacuare River, Turrialba Volcano National Park
Activities
Adventure Tours, Bird & Wildlife Watching, Hiking, Whitewater Rafting
Caters to
Culture Aficionados, Day Trippers, Independent Travelers, Nature Lovers
Facts
- Location : 40 miles east of San Jose
- Altitude : 2,135 feet above sea level
- Weather : Moderate to warm days, cool at night
- Average Yearly Temperature : 65-85 F
Attractions
Turrialba Volcano
The Spaniards called this volcano "Torre Alba" (White Tower) because its eruptions gave the impression of a huge white tower. This large, volcano stands to the northeast of the Irazu Volcano. Its chilly summit holds ...
ContinueTurrialba Volcano National Park
Turrialba Volcano stands at almost 11,000 feet above sea level. In 1955, a national park was founded to protect the volcano and its surrounding rain and cloud forests.
ContinueLast updated: Nov 3, 2023