Outdoor activities

Cavernas del Venado

27 locals recommend,

Tips from locals

Kirsten
December 20, 2021
These caves are located about 30 minutes driving from The gymnasium (the large building with the flags in front of it at the main town crossing) . It’s located 3km east from the town “Venado”. The Venado Caves contain configurations over 6 million years old bear the beauty of waterfalls, numerous stalactites and stalagmites, and an exotic fauna like fish, insects, spiders and four different species of bats! They are open 7 days a week from 8 am till 15:00. Bring extra set of clothes, tennis shoes and a waterproof camera. Many people pointed this tour out as one of the highlights of Costa Rica. The tours is about $25 pp and includes entrance, boots, helmets, flashlights, bilingual guide, access to the swimming pool.
These caves are located about 30 minutes driving from The gymnasium (the large building with the flags in front of it at the main town crossing) . It’s located 3km east from the town “Venado”. The Venado Caves contain configurations over 6 million years old bear the beauty of waterfalls, numerous st…
Stephanie
August 30, 2016
Awesome place! Not recommended for anybody who is claustrophobic
Roy
April 4, 2020
An Amazing Place! The Venado Caves contain configurations over 6 million years old bear the beauty of waterfalls,numerous stalactites and stalagmites, and a exotic fauna like fish, insects, spiders and four different species of bats! ​Located only an hour from La Fortuna, these carverns offer an unforgettable underground mystical adventures.
Mauricio
July 21, 2016
Get Ready to get down and dirty in one of the most amazing tourist attractions in all Costa Rica - a real hidden jewel. The Venado Caves contain configurations over 6 million years old bear the beauty of waterfalls,numerous stalactites and stalagmites, and a exotic fauna like fish, insects, spiders and four different species of bats.
Gerardina
March 9, 2022
Great place to go spelunking with a tour guide. Great for kids and adults.

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