We Might Not Be Back: The Trip to the Waterfall

Like so many aspects of our trips to Costa Rica this waterfall is something that terrified me the first time, but we have to keep going back. This was our third trip down. Our fearless guide Enrique has definitely adapted somethings, probably to accommodate the other spazzy tourists. For example we used a rope for the steeper parts, which given the rain was especially helpful. This trip both girls made it on their own two feet through the creek and up and down the hills. I’ll add hiking independently to the list of amazing vacation developments that already includes reading in the hammocks and entertaining themselves at the beach.
The waterfall is just beautiful. The walk there was a good reminder that all that time I spend at the gym is nothing compared to actually going outside and exploring. Walking on a “trail” where you’re not constantly brushing up against other people and where there’s not signs and directions everywhere is exciting. We were told our kids are the only tourist’s children to make the hike. You are welcome Gabby and Lottie! My gratitude to Enrique and in the past Freddy and Grace for taking us on this adventure is beyond measure. They have always been amazing hosts and super patient with us. I hope the girls remember these experiences, but if not I have a million pictures to remind them!!! To make the day of this hike more wonderful the trees by the house were full of monkeys just before sunset.

They really think this is the waterfall every time. To the left is the top, but they were not allowed anywhere near it.

Dan took this and then almost slid down into us. This was one of many times I thought of Auntie Mame on our trip. He will be Beauregard someday trying to get a picture.