AUTHOR: JACK EWING

In the mountains above the San Juan de Dios town runs the Caña Blanca River, which flows into the Guabo River, which later flows into the Barú River in Barú. About ten kilometers southeast near Las Tumbas and San Salvador, we find the river basin representing the main arm of the Barú.

The Barú consists of two rivers, the Diamante and the Barucito. The Diamante, in turn, receives a large part of its water from the Torito River.

Barú River

The Barú River source is located near La Florida’s village between the Tinamastes and Alivio ridges, about 700 meters above sea level and about 20 kilometers upstream from the Pacific. It is the longest of the eight rivers that arise between the Tinamastes ridge and the coast.

The river carries only a small amount of water; it turns into a torrent in the rainy season. In the tropical summer (December - April), reserve a kayak or stand-up paddling tour, take a surfing lesson, or appreciate the beauty of the Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park for yourself!

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