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Montezuma Falls

Entrance just south of main town road, Montezuma, Costa Rica
Ranked #6 of 11 attractions in Montezuma
4.5 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls
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Berlin, Germany
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We tried to get to the waterfalls. Apparently there are three levels with pools. Sadly the path/rocks were dangerously slippery and there was no signage. Once we got to the first (lowest) pool, we had no idea were or how to proceed. Since a few people who slipped on the rocks died there, we didn't want to take the risk.... More

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Puntarenas, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

A really cool activity, little hike, beautiful scenery! Refreshing mountain water, very nice to swimm and to jump! Don't hesitate, just go!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We took a scenic atv ride from santa teresa to montezuma falls, very serene. We parked in the lot at the first waterfall, costs $2. As we started up the trail, we met Carlos. He knows the falls like the back of his hand. He guided us to the first waterfall, showing us exactly where to step. Getting to the... More

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Aurora, Colorado
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

As an avid traveler, I have seen a lot of waterfalls in my life, so I was too impressed by this one. It's crowded, and not that impressive, but I would recommend that people do it. There is a trail off to the right that leads up to a couple more waterfalls, but the hike miss more tough, so be... More

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Dearborn, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

The falls are beautiful! Worth the hike up the river. These are the straight up and down falls about 90 feet (30 meters) high, not the rocky cascades you see 5 minutes into your hike up the river. Odds are your feet will get wet, so bring an old pair of shoes. I go to these falls most every day... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

The canopy zip line took us over, under and into this refreshing body of water. Worth every step of the climb down to and back up to he remaining zip lines. Best part of the whole trip.

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Chaska, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

This is a more difficult trip to the falls but worth it. it is beautiful and a nice swimming place. If you are up to it go to the higher falls. There was not as many people and the small waterfalls were amazing. Like your own masseuse.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

beautiful tranquill and full of positive energy, short hike through the wooded area with fantastic birds and butterflies

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

We stopped at the top of the falls half way through our zip line tour. Definitely jump off the top falls and use the rope swing!

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Arvada, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

A fun swim in the pool underneath the waterfall. Easy 15-20 minute hike from the road outside of town.

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