Aranjuez, Costa Rica
A hidden canyon in the hills above Miramar, where the Río Aranjuez has carved walls of red, orange, and yellow rock through the Montes de Oro, a region named for its gold-mining past.
Flight Details
Flying time: Approx. 20 minutes
Driving time: Approx. 3 hours*
Departure airport: Tobías Bolaños Airport, San José
Arrival airport: Private helipad / field
Top 5 Things to Do in Aranjuez
- Río Aranjuez canyon: Hike upriver with a local guide as the canyon walls turn from grey to yellow, red, and orange.
- Cerro El Encanto: Climb the hill on the way to the canyon for sweeping views and local legends.
- Rock climbing: Climb the colorful canyon walls, a growing spot for the sport in Costa Rica.
- Gold-mining heritage: Explore the Montes de Oro and its mining history, including the Río La Mina and its viewpoint.
- Gulf of Nicoya coast: Head down to the Pacific coast around Puntarenas for seafood and sunsets.
*Driving time from San José, depending on traffic.
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