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Rainmaker: hanging bridges and jungle swimming holes without the crowds

Rainmaker: hanging bridges and jungle swimming holes without the crowds

If you’re looking for a beautiful rainforest walk with waterfalls, hanging bridges and swimming spots galore, this is it. Added to that the Rainmaker Conservation Park was the quietest of any similar trails we did in Costa Rica, so it’s perfect for when you want to escape the crowds. We’re sharing all the details or the trail and swimming holes.

Bijagual Falls: the wild hike to the bottom of Costa Rica's tallest waterfall

Bijagual Falls: the wild hike to the bottom of Costa Rica's tallest waterfall

If you’re tired of the crowds and looking for an adventure, it’s time to hike to the bottom of Costa Rica’s tallest waterfall - Bijagual Falls! The track is through wild jungle with endless Scarlet macaws soaring overhead. It’s more rustic than most, so we’re sharing everything you need to know about the hike, including difficulty and trail conditions.