Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu

Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu, in Cartago, has the country's highest and vehicle-accessible main crater, with a viewpoint that on clear days allows you to see both coasts (Pacific and Caribbean) from the same point.

Hours: every day of the year, including holidays, from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Last access allowed: 2:00pm for the Crateres sector, 1:00pm for the Prusia sector.

Entry fees: $15 international visitors; ₡1,000 national visitors. The exact rate for children was not confirmed in this verification — confirm at sinac.go.cr.

Reservation: tickets can only be obtained through the SINAC website, by selecting the conservation area, the park, and the desired entry time slot.

Services on-site: in the Crateres sector there is parking (₡2,000, payable at the cafeteria/shop), a cafeteria, restrooms accessible for people with disabilities, and an information booth on the route to the main viewpoint.