Approximately pick up time: 9:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 5 hours
The indigenous people of Talamaca are part of the Amazon Basin Indian cultures and heritage.
The Bribri speak their native language, Bribri, and Spanish, wear western clothes, and participate in regional political and economic life, but they also maintain beliefs and customs of their ancestors.
The Talamanca-Bribri Reservation covers a large area of the interior Talamanca Mountains. Bribri people believe “Sibo” created all things on Earth, and that all things have supernatural guardians that permit human beings to kill wild animals and use forest products only as necessary for human subsistence.
Through traditional agriculture, hunting, fishing, and use of forest products, the Bribri have maintained a respectful relationship with their natural environment.
A visit to Rancho Grande, Volio waterfall and the KekoLdi Reserve is also included in this tour. At KekoLdi the Bribri are working to restore the threatened green iguana. You may also learn about medicinal plants & cures and organic agriculture or may acquire interesting handcrafts.
Recommendations: Bug repellent, drinking water, sturdy shoes, long pants and swim suit and towel for the waterfall.
Approximately pick up time: 6:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 14 hours
So you are visiting Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast… why not visit Panama’s Caribbean? It’s just a stone’s throw away! Bocas del Toro Islands are located just about three hours south of the town of Puerto Viejo.
The Bocas area has a traditional Caribbean feel with its colorful houses, island culture and Afro-Caribbean inhabitants.
The Islands possess some of the most beautiful coraline reefs in the region. They are true submarine cities where a wide variety of marine life finds food and refuge including rays, eels, barracuda, nurse sharks, lobster, crab and many other colorful tropical fish. Sailing through the islands, many different species of coastal birds may also be seen.
We will provide round-trip transportation to Bocas and can arrange a variety of tours available there and if you wish to stay overnight, we can arrange your hotel accommodations.
You may choose to visit either Bastimentos Island or Colon Island, from there local tours can take you to smaller islands.
Recommendations: Valid passport and proof of departure from Costa Rica (e.g. a copy of your return flight or bus ticket), gear according to your intended activities.
Approximately pick up time: 8:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. (Half day) and 7:30 p.m. (Full day) Approximately duration: 4 hours (Half day) and 8 hours (Full day)
Costa Rica’s offers some of the world’s best white water rafting. Wild and untamed, these big and brash rivers plunge through spectacularly beautiful and unexplored tropical wilderness.
Enjoy our local tropical rivers, whether and expert or beginner, nature lover or thrill seeker, this expedition is for you.
1. Half day tour (available only in dry season)
A class III / IV half day challenge for more experienced paddlers.
The Naranjo River drops steeply from the mountains above Quepos, through a beautiful jungle gorge and takes you on a wild ride to sea level passing nearby farmlands and palm plantations. Rafters should be physically fit and ready for adventure.
2. Full Day Tour
This full day adventure includes a journey into the very remote back country of the Rio Savegre for a 4 hour guided rafting trip class II / III rapids.
There are great swimming holes and a large variety of birds. Try it, you won’t regret it!
Recommendations: Suntan lotion, sunglasses with cord, bathing suit, waterproof camera, sandals and beach towel.
Includes:
* Meals depends on Schedule * Boat Ride * Equipment
Approximately pick up time: 8:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 4 hours
A more challenging open ocean paddle with guide along one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful coastlines. Nearby islands are nesting sites for boobies and frigate birds.
Recommendations: Suntan lotion, sun hat / visor, sunglasses, bathing suit, waterproof camera and beach towel.
Approximately pick up time: 8:30 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 4 - 5 hours
Your adventure aboard this comfortable classic sail boat or motor yachts begins as you travel along the scenic coast navigating past the beautiful beaches and islands of Manuel Antonio National Park.
You will probably see dolphins which frequently swim in the boat’s bow. Occasionally whales and giant sea turtles are also sighted.
Recommendations: Sun tan lotion, bathing suit, hat, sunglasses, beach towel and camera.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30am or 12:30pm Approximately duration: 4 hours
Follow a professional guide through one of Costa Rica’s most famous National Parks. Spectacular natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere attract many visitors to Manuel Antonio annually.
Venture into exploring a different world, explore a Park that gathers numerous species of tropical butterflies, birds, monkeys, snakes, orchids, etc. Learn about their life cycle, their special abilities and behaviors, enjoy the guided walk inside one of the world’s finest Parks.
Come and enjoy all the wonders you may discover in this marvelous world that awaits you.
Recommendations: Sun tan lotion, hat, sunglasses, bathing suit, hiking shoes, towel and insect repellant.
Approximately pick up time: Depends on tide Approximately duration: 5 hours
Explore the wonderful world of mangroves just 15 minutes from Manuel Antonio area. Discover a variety of amazing wildlife within the mangrove forests.
You will float under a lush canopy of rainforest, silently watching an spectacular variety of birds, snakes, crocodiles, ant eaters, and many groups of white face monkeys.
Recommendations: Sunglasses, camera and lots of enthusiasm.
Approximately pick up time: Depends on tides Approximately duration: 5 hours
Join us on a covered boat tour through the complex and beautiful estuary system of Damas Island.
Our boats are eco-friendly and designed for your security and comfort once aboard our naturalist interpreter will describe a variety of biological relationships between many organisms in this delicate habitat, such as white faced monkeys, herons, snakes, crocodiles, iguanas, just to name a few!
Recommendations: Sunglasses, camera and lots of enthusiasm.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30am or 11:30am Approximately duration: 3 hours
Discover the secrets of the Rainforest, learn about exotic and medicinal plants.
Give yourself the opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful landscapes of the area riding along with the primary rainforest the view of the valley, the waterfalls and the surrounding tropical rainforest is spectacular!
This unforgettable experience includes a refreshing deep in a pristine pool fed by the waterfalls of Quebrada Arroyo.
Recommendations: Sun tan lotion, sunglasses, bathing suit and waterproof camera.
Approximately pick up time: 8:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 6 hours
This full day adventure takes you 90 minutes up the scenic Pacific Coast drive to the Carara Reserve, home of the Scarlet Macaw.
Your guided tour includes a two hour bird-watching extravaganza, and amazing crocodiles at Tarcoles River so bring your binoculars and plenty film for your camera.
Recommendations: Hiking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, camera, binoculars and rain ponchos.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 3 hours
Whatever your interest is business or pleasure, you will find Costa Rica a country of unequalled beauty with friendly people, high standard of living and a spectacular natural beauty.
We invite you to come and experience a unique adventure with our ATV’s through the mountains, lush vegetation, tropical plants, birds and waterfalls of Quebrada Arroyo.
Recommendations: Sunglasses, camera, bathing suit, hiking shoes, towel and camera.
Approximately pick up time: 8:00am or 1:00pm Approximately duration: 4 hours
Get ready for an adventure unlike anything you have ever done before. You will never be the same!
We start with a 45 minute drive to the private farm where the caves are located. Upon arrival you will be given a flashlight, helmet, and rubber boots (size 11 or larger must wear their own shoes). Our expert bilingual naturalist guide will start with a brief history of the caves.
A short hike later and you are standing in amazement at the river flowing from the cave entrance.
There are no lights or walkways, so you will feel as if you are the first person to discover them. Turn on your flashlight, jump into the river, and watch out for those spiders on the walls! There is no turning back now.
It’s a little difficult to walk up the river, but that’s just part of the adventure. Be prepared to squeeze through small holes, crawl through tight passages, climb small rock formations, crawl on your stomach with only your head above water in a narrow tunnel as fish swim by, or walk up small waterfalls.
Feel the air move around your face as bats fly just above your head. Notice how they have carved their nests out of solid rock. We seldom lose a tourist!
Enjoy the numerous stalactites, stalagmites, coral, and chimneys as you journey back in time. The “Papaya” formation is spectacular. This is an experience you will never forget! Recommended only for GOOD fitness levels.
Recommendations: Please wear old shorts and T-shirt, NO jewelry, bring cotton socks for the rubber boots, a change of clothing, towel and soap. (The owner does not allow cameras because of almost certain damage!)
Approximately pick up time: 3:00pm Approximately duration: 2 hours
Arenal Lake is a place that counts with many natural attractions and from which you can watch the impressive eruptions of ash and lava of Arenal Volcano.
Due to the beauty of the landscape and lush vegetation, Arenal Lake surrounding areas have become an excellent spot to take boat tours. Here you will enjoy a 2 hours motorboat ride on the lake where you will have the opportunity to see a huge variety of resident and migratory birds, and mammals like the monkeys, coatis, and sloths.
While riding on the lake, you will observe the west side of Arenal Volcano and flashes of eruptions when the sky around the peak of the cone is clear.
Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, long or short pants, tennis shoes or strap-on sandals, camera, binoculars, insect repellent, and hats during sunny days.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30am Approximately duration: 7 hours.
Our journey starts by picking you up at your hotel at around 7:30 a.m., followed by a 1.5 hour ride to Sarapiqui River from La Fortuna.
Here you will start you day adventure in one of the country’s most spectacular rivers, flowing past virgin rainforest and winding through magnificent scenery.
Recommendations: Change of clothes, towels, strap on sandals or tennis shoes, bathing suit, shorts, sunscreen, and rain gear during rainy days.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30am or 1:00pm Approximately duration: 5 hours
We start with a brief 20 minute drive to the lower Peñas Blancas River in an air-conditioned van.
From there we launch inflatable rafts on this slower moving section of the river. Enjoy a relaxing 2 hour float with no motor, only the incredible sounds of nature around you.
Our expert bilingual naturalist guide will describe the many different flora and fauna of the region.
Along the way it is possible to see 2 species of sloths, monkeys, 3 species of Toucans, crocodiles, Jesus Christ Lizards, caimans, different colored iguanas, mammals, and a variety of birds.
The second part of the tour includes a stop at the Don Pedro Farm. This is the highlight of the trip for most tourists.
Shake his hand; callused from many years of hard work. He has endured 65 years on what most considered useless farmland, and without roads, electricity, or running water.
Our guide will translate as you enjoy a visit with this fascinating man. His family will prepare wonderful Tico snacks for you to enjoy.
Next we journey into the Primary Tropical Rainforest along his farm…if the weather permits it.
Finally we re-board the rafts for our final 40 minute float to Boca Arenal while we continue to enjoy the scenery.
The return trip to La Fortuna allows you to see the extensive agriculture system of San Carlos County.
Recommendations: Comfortable clothing with tennis shoes or sandals, camera with plenty of film, binoculars, insect repellent and poncho.
Approximately pick up time: 8:00am or 1:00pm Approximately duration: 4 hours
This is a good challenging of a horseback ride and a hike. Well train horses will take you until the entrance of the waterfall through pastures, forest and tall hills.
The views of the Valley of San Carlos forest that surround it are spectacular.
At the end of the road we will leave the horses and we will walk the natural trail to the base of the waterfall. Special place to relax and swim.
Recommendations: Long pants, hiking shoes, towel, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit and camera.
Approximately pick up time: 5:30 am or 1:30 pm Approximately duration: 4 hours
Lake Arenal offers one of the best fresh water fishing conditions in Costa Rica, fishing throughout the year for Guapote, a hump-back fish also known as rainbow bass as well as machaca.
We will depart from your hotel in La Fortuna depending on your chosen time. Then we will head toward Arenal Lake’s dam, at the dock, our fishing guide, a vessel and fishing equipment will be waiting to take you on the fishing journey of your choice. Recommendations: Comfortable clothing with tennis shoes or sandals, binoculars, camera, hat sunscreen and poncho.
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