Welcome to Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park
Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park is a private nature park bordering the famous Nauyaca Waterfalls and provides the very best access and facilities for enjoying this natural treasure. Spend the day exploring our network of manicured trails through a dense virgin rainforest along the side of the waterfalls and cool off in the many natural pools below the waterfall. Come and enjoy the epic beauty of this Costa Rican natural wonder.
#1 WATERFALL EXPERIENCE IN COSTA RICA
Open daily: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm | Park / Office hours: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm | Weather permitting
Welcome to the Official Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park
Hike 2.7 km or Take a 4×4. Swim in Pristine Pools. Private & Family-Friendly!
2.7 km Scenic Trail
Explore lush rainforest on an easy-to-moderate hike.
4×4 Pickup Option
Skip the longer hike—ride straight to the falls.
Refreshing natural pools
Cool off in safe, pristine natural pools.
Official Private Park
Authorized entrance & well-maintained facilities.
Open Daily
Visit anytime from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm.
Enjoy the Ride
Trolley Both Ways
$38/each
Enjoy the Walk
Walk Down and Trolley Up
$28/each
What are our adventurers saying?
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EXCELLENT Based on 913 reviews John HowardJune 8, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An absolute must do! The waterfall and pools are one of the most beautiful sites that you'll see in costa rica and that's saying something because there's a bunch. As soon as you walk up to the bottom of the falls your blown away. The top of the falls was also a great view with a separate little pool to swim in. The nature park was well kept as well and had many trees that are labeled. We saw a sloth in the tree near the lower break area that has bathrooms swings and hammocks. Well worth the money for the ride as you still have a bit of a walk shem to the falls. It is worth every step and penny. Jme ThomasJune 5, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been twice and this particular tour/ location is the best. Drive past the first "Nauyaca" office/ location you see on the main road and continue on about 30 more minutes. There are less people and it's a private organization- and the experience is mirrored by this more private option. One of the times we went it poured rain and we were the only ones there!? But I am relieved for the trucks to bring you back up the hill because I would not have made it either time without that help! Love this and will continue to bring friends and family whenever I can. Rocio M.June 4, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Desde la atención de todo el personal, los senderos están bien marcados y las cataratas sin palabras! Hermoso lugar 😍 Gina DiamantidisJune 3, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience. Perfect way to have fun and connect to nature. The waterfalls are truly awesome. Very nice people who work there and well maintained trails. Chandria SpragueJune 3, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My group was running late and the employees at Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park let us in JUST under the wire (we bought the shuttle tickets online previously, so this saved us as well in terms of time) They told us the best trail to take for lack of time and they showed us their BABY sloth (forget the tourist trap Manuel Antonio and their many "official" parking scammers and sloth guides). This waterfall is incredible! Chris StewartMay 29, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Undoubtably the best way to enjoy the falls! The other option, approaching from the other bank of the river did not allow access to get close enough to the upper falls to be able to swim in the pool of water at the base of the falls. The nature park also was not nearly as busy as the other side of the river. Therefore, we were swimming in the upper falls all by ourselves. The nature park also allows you a better access point in my opinion to swim below the lower falls as well. The tram is critical as it is a steep climb to get back to the parking area. I highly recommend taking the tram both ways. Laura de NooijerMay 25, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nauyaca waterfall is nature at its finest majesty ! A must see& experience have. Going to Costa Rica u dont want to miss this. Been living in the village around the corner but keep coming back to afore and bask in the refreshing energy of NauyacaVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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Why Choose Us?
Only one official private entrance to Nauyaca Waterfalls Nature Park. Here’s what makes us stand out:
Safe, Manicured Trails
Explore lush rainforest on an easy-to-moderate hike.
4×4 Pickup Option
Skip the longer hike if you prefer a convenient ride to the falls.
Fewer Crowds, More Scenic
Get unobstructed views and pristine swimming areas away from the crowds.
Eco-Friendly & Locally Managed
Enjoy the Ride
Trolley Both Ways
$38/each
Enjoy the Walk
Walk Down and Trolley Up
$28/each