Chirripo
Climbing Mt. Chirripó is a world-class trekking experience that takes you to the highest point in Costa Rica (3,820 meters / 12,533 feet). As of 2026, it remains a strictly regulated and physically demanding "bucket list" hike that requires booking months in advance.
Ben and Breanna Thornton complete their climb of Mt. Chirripo.
Location: Chirripo National Park, Costa Rica
Contributor: Benjamin Thornton
Updated Jan 25, 2026 by Ben Thornton
Updated Jan 25, 2026 by Ben Thornton