Canas

Cañas is an agricultural town in southern Guanacaste along the Interamericana highway, serving as the gateway to Tenorio Volcano National Park and the famous Río Celeste. The town is surrounded by cattle ranches and sugar cane fields and has a traditional, unpretentious character.

By Plane

Daniel Oduber International (LIR) in Liberia is about 80 km north (1.5 hours). Juan Santamaría (SJO) is about 170 km southeast (3 hours).

By Train

Costa Rica has no passenger rail service to this area.

By Car / Road

On the Interamericana (Route 1), 80 km south of Liberia or 170 km northwest of San José. Regular bus services connect to both cities.

Town center is walkable. Car recommended for Tenorio/Río Celeste access.

• Río Celeste — The stunning turquoise-blue river in Tenorio Volcano NP (25 km north)

• Isla de los Pájaros — Bird island in the Tempisque River estuary

• Hike to Río Celeste waterfall and the blue lagoon

• Birdwatching along the Tempisque River

• Visit nearby hot springs

Traditional sodas in town serve casado and gallo pinto for ₡2,000-3,500.

Local bars serve beer and guaro.

• Budget: Hotel Cañas US$25-40/night
• Mid-range: Hotel Tierra Mágica near Río Celeste US$60-90/night

Local agricultural products, basic supplies in town.

• Tenorio Volcano NP / Río Celeste — 25 km north
• Tilarán — 30 km southeast, Lake Arenal gateway
• Liberia — 80 km north