The hike is a somewhat hilly path through the forest. A lot of ups and downs and a lot of mud. Some areas require use of ropes. It’s definitely not an easy stroll. We did the round trip in just under 3 hours (including the hike to the entrance booth) and my sense is we were moving fast as we were mostly passing people. Bring water and good walking shoes. Expect mud all over your pants as well.

Hiked it alone on a rainy day. It's not a hike for the faint of heart. Lots of vertical. Lots of very slippery and muddy tracks. Absolutely stunning though and worth it. I wore open teva hiking sandals and was glad I did as others I ran into ruined their hiking shoes with the mud. Quite a walk up to the entrance gate where you sign in and out (and pay your nominal fee). Highlight of my trip to Panama.

I'm rating it 5 stars based on what's available to do in Boquete, but 4 if compared to all areas. Muddy and somewhat strenuous at times like others have said. A great way to spend a morning or afternoon, especially if you've packed on some pounds being a lazy tourist. Shorter folks may have a harder time of it in some spots due to high stepping it. I can't say that I agree with other reviewers about wearing Tevas instead of hiking shoes because i just did that on another hike and started developing blisters. Also, unless there are a myriad of other waterfall hikes around Boquete, I can't say that I agree with the sentiment that you should save $10 to hike elsewhere. This is a memorable hike and a great way to convene with nature.

Great hike. Easy to get to the first waterfall but getting all the way to the third is challenging with very steep inclines. If you can make it however the waterfall is beautiful. Make sure to have on good hiking shoes as you will need them.

I'm not an avid hiker but I rarely pass an opportunity to hike in to see a waterfall. I've been to C.R. many times and hiked to many waterfalls there. I'm in pretty good condition and this one isn't easy. Having said that it's worth the money, time and effort. Ten dollars is a reasonable price to pay for what you're going to see. The walk from the road to the hut where you pay will give you a good idea what's ahead. It is just over three hours to complete the hike and the scenery was amazing. It's moderate to difficult and yes muddy. The first two waterfalls are easily accessible by most people but then it gets a bit trickier. From the moment you set out to the third waterfall it's apparent that it won't be easy. But is certainly worth the effort, coming down is not much easier. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. This guy wasn't..

Absolutely stunning. But this is a moderate to challenging all uphill hike. You definitely have to be fit and have awesome flexibility. Don’t even think about flip flops. Hiking trail shoes preference but you can do it in sneakers (but you’ll wish for traction). There are a few places where you need to use the rope to climb, almost vertical, steps in some places. But it’s a rewarding view. If you have 4WD, you can drive a bit in to park. You’ll see where. Def need a 4WD though. If not, just walk in. It’s not far to the bridge. You walk over the bridge and then straight up a muddy, rocky trail - for a long time - before you get to a stunning opening. Absolutely worth the hike just to get there! If some in your party can’t make the rest of the hike, they’ll be fine taking in the gorgeous views from here. They can relax and you go on…. To much more steeper uphill trek. The house to pay is right here. $10 a person. 3:30pm last entrance. We only did the first one and came back since we got there so late. Teens made it easy peasy. We were fine too. Had hiking shoes and it wasn’t raining so dry spots helped go a little faster. I would t do it in the rain. Also, it’s 5400 feet in elevation. So keep that in mind if you’re coming from sea level. You’ll be out of breath faster. So pretty and very glad we did it!