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Reserva Natural Cabo Blanco

Reserva Natural Cabo Blanco

2.9
0.0/5
Malpais · 730m from downtown
Playa Cuevas

Playa Cuevas

2.3
0.0/5
Malpais · 768m from downtown
Bahia Barigona

Bahia Barigona

2.1
0.0/5
Malpais · 734m from downtown
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Costa Rica

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

5.4
4.8/5
San Ramon · 87.8 km from Malpais
Arenal Volcano National Park
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano National Park

6.7
4.8/5
Costa Rica · La Fortuna
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Arenal Volcano

Arenal Volcano

5.7
5.0/5
Costa Rica · La Fortuna
Fortuna Waterfall
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Costa Rica

Fortuna Waterfall

5.6
5.0/5
Costa Rica · La Fortuna
Manuel Antonio National Park
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park

5.8
5.0/5
Costa Rica · Quepos
Poás Volcano National Park

Poás Volcano National Park

6.1
3.0/5
Costa Rica · Poas
Mar azul

Mar azul

2.1
0.0/5
Malpais · 1.1 km from downtown

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Trip Moments in Malpais

Emerald-like Secret Lake

Emerald-like Secret Lake

“✨【Highlight Opening|“This is not ‘soaking in hot springs at Arenal Volcano’—but rather ‘at 5:27 AM, wrapped in a blanket sitting on the wooden terrace at the foot of the volcano, a Bocas indigenous grandmother hands you freshly boiled wild honey ginger tea, with three volcanic ash-dried vanilla leaves floating on the rim.”@Simmons_89~Aria · 7 months ago
Adventure in Monteverde 🏕️

Adventure in Monteverde 🏕️

“#closetonature Monteverde, Costa Rica, was one of the most unforgettable places I’ve ever visited!”@LexusLC500 · 2 years ago
Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

“the Cloud Forest preserve in Monteverde, Costa Rica is absolutely beautiful.”@Elissa Mattamana · 4 years ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Malpais famous for?

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Malpais is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Reserva Natural Cabo Blanco, Playa Cuevas, and Bahia Barigona.

What are the must-try activities in Malpais?

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Consider Santa Teresa: Guided Horseback Riding Jungle & Beach Tour, Resplendent Quetzal-Tucans- Tropical Birdwatching Tour Monteverde, and Full-day 1-day tour to Tortuga Island from San Jose, Costa Rica in Malpais. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.