Volcan Baru

The 3,474-meter volcano contains seven craters and features five distinct ecosystems, including rainforest highlands and alpine environments within its national park boundaries.

The volcano's geological activity has shaped the region through multiple seismic events, with documented earthquake swarms occurring in 1930, 1965, 1985, and 2006.

The volcanic soil around Barú supports the cultivation of premium geisha coffee, making this region a significant producer of this highly valued coffee variety.

Hikers can access the summit through two main routes: an eight-hour trek from the town of Volcán or a longer but more gradual path from Boquete.

From its peak, visitors can simultaneously observe both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, a geographical viewing phenomenon possible at very few locations worldwide.

Location: Chiriquí Province

Elevation above the sea: 3,475 m

GPS coordinates: 8.80893,-82.54239

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35