Getaway to visit Rio Celeste

Rio Celeste , Costa Rica

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Clear your mind by the clear blue waters of Rio Celeste.

This is an intermediate hike in muddy areas. I wore my chacos, but was a little concerned about my ankles. The hike is a muddy path, and has some stairs as well. The hike takes about an hour or so then down the road is a swimming area that is just as blue, but you're allowed to swim! (Be sure to visit on a sunny day or the rain may make the water brown.)

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