On this stage we leave the heat and humidity of the coastal plain behind and ascend 725 meters (2,379 feet). After carefully walking along and crossing Highway 32, we ascend on a gravel road that slowly transitions into a far less used road the further up it we go. The climb is relentless over much of the first half of the stage where the majority of the elevation gain occurs. Scattered residences give way to farms, which give way to open grazing land. The rough, eroded gravel of the steeper grades becomes dirt roads on the flats where mud can reach over the tops of shoes. The views in the open areas are of rolling hills and farms while the views back early on are the final ones of the coastal plain and the Atlantic Ocean. Finally we emerge at the entrance to Parque Nacional Barbilla and the Cabecar Indigenous Territory of Nairi Awari.
Stage 2
- Cimarrones
- Cabecar Indigenous Territory of Nairi Awari
- Las Brisas de Pacuarito
Photos courtesy of Juan Antonio Chavarría.
Activities
Upon arrival at Las Brisas de Pacuarito, we can enjoy a folklore ceremony presented by the students at the local community school.
For details contact +506 8440-7639.
At the Salon Nairi Awari, a presentation of Cabecares indigenous customs can be arranged.
In the Parque Nacional Barbilla we can see examples of research being conducted with large wild cats and videos captured with infrared cameras.
For details contact +506 8518-7802
Accomodations
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Casita Verde
Las Brisas de PacuaritoCasita Verde is the community hall of Las Brisas de Pacuarito where hikers are welcomed.
It must be booked in advance, as it is community-based tourism. It does not have camping equipment.
The accommodation is safe, and they offer food, and Wi-Fi.- Phone
- Marine Hedstrom Rojas: +506 8513-6982
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Escuela las Brisas de Pacuarito.
Las Brisas de Pacuarito -
Barbilla Rain Forest Lodge
Las Brisas de Pacuarito- Phone
- Marine Hedstrom Rojas: +506 8513-6982
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Campamento Nairi Awari
Cabecar Indigenous Territory of Nairi AwariCampsites and meals. Located inside the Nairi Awari Indigenous Reserve, covered platforms with tents are available. Other options may exist.
- Phone
- Osvaldo Martinez: +506 8670-3201
- Juan Lopez: +506 8546-6062
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Resupply
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Brisa Sabor Casero Caribeño
Las Brisas de Pacuarito- Services
- Restaurant
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Complementary information
The entrance into this indigenous territory, The Nairi Awari Indigenous Reserve, is prohibited unless accompanied by a local guide. It is a wild, spectacularly beautiful section and potentially dangerous. The guide services MUST be set up in advance with Leo Martinez +506 8504-3216, Osvaldo Martinez +506 8670-3201, or Clenet +506 8528-3475.