En route papayas, citrus, cacao, coconut, cassava, and even breadfruit are grown. The volcano is surrounded by lush rainforests, farms and mountains. Trails through the rain forests as well as long old lava flows are also available. Nearby hot sulphur springs make an interesting visit for a natural sauna. Birdwatching is excellent here and there is easy walking on the farm roads and trails.
Local guides take visitors daily through forest trails to the lava flows and to a nearby waterfall.
Longer hikes to Cerro Chato, an extinct volcano whose crater is now a small lake, may be arranged. Horses are available for exploring on horseback. Full day tour from the lodge. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of Tico Travel is prohibited. Prices and information are subject to change without notice.