Chirripó National Park is located in the south of the country, forming part of the Talamanca mountain range, which divides the country into northwest and southeast. This park is characterized by having the highest peak in the country, Cerro Chirripó, which reaches an altitude of 3,820 meters above sea level.
It’s possible to climb to the summit of this hill, as it has trails and guides are available for the trek. It’s a wonderful experience because, if you’re lucky enough to have clear weather, you can see both of Costa Rica’s coasts and the landscape at the foot of the hill. Quite an adventure! You can also visit different viewpoints, such as the famous Crestones and Cerro Ventisqueros, the second highest peak in the country.
The flora of the national park is purely that of a mountain moor, meaning that small shrubs, mosses, ferns and bromeliads predominate, and in certain areas trees such as oak can be seen, all of which are characteristic of the cold climate that exists in the area.
In addition to the fauna, it is possible to find rabbits, squirrels, coyotes and larger and more dangerous animals such as tapirs, jaguars and pumas.
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