El Valle de Antón ATV Riding: Chorro Macho & Crater Views

Ride a UTV into a volcanic crater and walk to a waterfall in three hours

ATV riding in El Valle de Antón combines three to four hours of UTV operation through a crater landscape with guided stops at Chorro Macho waterfall, the Shrine of the Golden Frog, the Square Tree Trail and Cerro La Cruz viewpoint. The route includes a scenic walk through tropical forest, a hanging bridge crossing and a visit to the local craft market. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the group. Pickup is included and children from age six are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore El Valle de Antón nature and culture

• Walk to Chorro Macho waterfall
• Visit the Shrine of the Golden Frog
• Explore the Square Tree Trail
• Climb to Cerro La Cruz viewpoint
• Stop at the local Crafts Market

The experience

El Valle de Antón sits inside an extinct volcano, and this ride takes you through its crater floor and up its slopes. You operate the UTV yourself through forest trails and past the botanical oddity of the Square Tree Trail, where trees grow with square-shaped trunks. The Shrine of the Golden Frog is a stop to observe native and endemic species typical of the region. Transportation and a guide in English or Spanish are included. Bottled water comes with the ride.

The centerpiece is Chorro Macho waterfall, reached by a walk through tropical forest that crosses a hanging bridge before you reach the cascade. From there the route climbs to Cerro La Cruz, a viewpoint overlooking the entire valley. The ride finishes at the craft market, where local artisans sell handmade souvenirs and you get a direct look at the region's culture without a tour-bus filter.

What’s included

• Transportation in a UTV vehicle.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water.
• pickup from your location.
• entry to all stops including Chorro Macho waterfall, Cerro La Cruz viewpoint and the craft market.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 13:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 69 years) · Senior (70 to 89 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Ride me

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying outside the crater or without a rental car: pickup and drop-off are included, so you can focus on the hikes and stops rather than navigating the drive yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What is the Square Tree Trail and why do the trees grow that way?

The Square Tree Trail is a natural phenomenon unique in the world: trees with square-shaped trunks instead of round ones, a botanical curiosity surrounded by jungle. The trail is part of the UTV route through the crater.

Do I need my own vehicle or does the tour provide transportation?

You ride in a UTV vehicle that is included with the tour. Pickup is also included, so you do not need your own transport to get to the starting point.

Is there a walk to Chorro Macho waterfall, or do we stay on the UTV the whole time?

There is a scenic walk to Chorro Macho through tropical forest trails. You cross a hanging bridge on the way to reach the waterfall, so the ride combines UTV operation with guided walking sections.

What is the Shrine of the Golden Frog and what will I see there?

The Shrine of the Golden Frog is a stop where you can observe native and endemic species typical of El Valle de Antón. It is one of several guided stops built into the route.