Another very active volcano is the Telica Volcano. The most recent violent eruption took place in 1948, but other smaller eruptions have continued to take place throughout the years. The Telica Volcano emits gases and ash, and the glowing magma can be seen in the bottom of the crater. A wide area around the Telica Volcano is affected by volcanic activity. Besides the main crater there are several other craters, and the mudpots of San Jacinto are also assumed to be connected to the Telica.

With a height of 1,061 meters the Telica Volcano is not as high as the San Cristobal Volcano, making the climb less difficult. The slopes are not as steep either, and the difficulty of the climb is mostly the length of the trail. There is no road access to the foot of the volcano, so you will have to hike for quite a while before reaching it. The dry but tropical surroundings offer amazing landscapes. The complete hike takes about 15 hours, and it is recommended to stay around the crater overnight. Not only will it be easier if you can rest a little, this will also allow you to actually see the red magma on the bottom of the crater, which can only be seen during nighttime. More information about hiking to the Telica volcano can be found in our Activity Guide.