10° 26′ 31″ N, 84° 41′ 17″ W

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Costa Rica's most famous volcano

A challenging hike

Cerro Chato is a majestic volcano situated in Costa Rica's rainforest. It is a popular destination for travellers and hikers from around the world and offers scenic views along the way. The trail to reach the summit of Cerro Chato departs from the Arenal Observatory Lodge and onto Chato's western slope. The trail leads along a ridge and descends towards the eastern slope, leading to an end point near La Fortuna Waterfall.

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Located north-west of San José, in the province of Alajuela, canton of San Carlos, and district of La Fortuna

How to get there:

The best way to get to Cerro Chato Volcano is to drive there yourself. First, reach La Fortuna Town and from there, drive west and follow the signs to the Arenal Volcano National Park. You can hike Cerro Chato Volcano on your own or you can book a tour that includes transportation, the national park fee and a guided tour.

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