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Barra Honda National Park

Nicoya, Costa Rica
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Ranked #1 of 5 attractions in Nicoya
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: National Parks
Description: This park is best known for its well-preserved limestone caves.
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salisbury MD
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Not for the out of shapers or those with a fear of heights. Amazing fmarine fossils in caves more than 30 miles from the ocean.

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Sámara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

This tour was really exciting. The hike was challenging but fun, the views were great and the decent to the cave was thrilling. It was higher than I expected and just a great experience.

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Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

The caves were cool! It seems pricey 26 dollars but you get to see a portion of the park on the way to the cave entrance then when inside the cave it is a great experience! My friend is slightly claustrophobic but the guides we had were so patient and encouraging for her. The cave tour was a great experience... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Would have been great if it was more like an hour or two or three in the cave. They really talk up this area with its 40 some cave entrances and miles of caverns, then limit the general public to about 200-300 ft total in a tour that takes 30 minutes to finish. Thats BS in my book. It takes... More

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Islamorada, Florida, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
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I totally agree with Merilove, the place is awesome! We went early and were the first ones in the caves for the day - a good move as several folks showed up after us. The guides are amazing - very safety oriented and patient. We had two guides to ourselves! Please make sure you tip them. Absolutely loved it. Don't... More

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Oviedo, Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2010
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Take a tour (hire a tour guide-mandatory) and go down to the cave for $26/per person! Well worth it and make sure to wear good shoes as it's slippery. A little scary if you have a fear of heights but really amazing experience and great view point after a little hike.

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Tres Ríos, Cartago, Costa Rica
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
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