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Nestled between Rincon de la Vieja National Park and Tenorio Volcano National Park, the small town of Guayabo in the province of Guanacaste is the perfect place to experience the real Costa Rica. This quaint town boasts friendly, welcoming locals, spectacular scenery and is within easy reach of two of the most beautiful national parks in the country.
A Rich HistoryIt is believed that the name Guayabo is derived from the dialect of one of the Indian tribes that inhabited the region for the centuries prior to the town's settlement. Many historians claim that Guayabo was first settled in the 19th century by Christian Medina. After establishing the town, Medina encouraged bands of settlers from Germany to come to Costa Rica to mine the surrounding hillsides for valuable minerals. Even as far back as the 1850s, coffee plantations were a vital part of Guanacaste's agricultural production, and several farms were established alongside the early mines.
Though prosperous, agricultural production in the area was largely uninterrupted until almost 100 years later, when a group of farmers from neighboring areas came to Guayabo with the intent of staking a claim to the area's rich and fertile land. The farmers clashed with the Institute of Land and Settlement, and in the 1970s, the Association of Community Development was formed to promote peaceful agricultural production in Guayabo.
Spectacular ViewsThe town's proximity to Rincon de la Vieja National Park and Tenorio Volcano National Park offer incredible views of the Guanacaste landscape. The region is defined by its verdant rolling hills, which combined with the humid climate, create the perfect conditions for the area's coffee farmers. The town itself sits at an elevation of just over 1,800 feet above sea level, offering visitors spending time in Guayabo during the off season a welcome respite from the humidity.
Guayabo is located a short distance from Route 164, making it accessible to visitors venturing off the beaten path. Its central location between the two nearby national parks makes Guayabo an ideal base of operations for travelers hoping to visit Tenorio Volcano, or to explore the lush jungles of Rincon de la Vieja.
For a glimpse at the authentic Tico way of life in Costa Rica, a visit to Guayabo in Guanacaste is an ideal place to begin.
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