Operation hours: From 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 2 hours
Sky Walk is a combination of suspension bridges and platforms built in the cloud forest that offers an opportunity to explore the forest canopy in a safe and easy manner.
Sky Walk allows a vision of the forest from a different perspective which starts with a walk on the ground through the forest, and takes you up to explore the tops of the trees.
You can do both Sky Walk and Sky Trek for a special price!!!
Recommendations: Comfortable shoes, camera with plenty of film, binoculars, poncho and insect repellent.
Approximately pick up time: 12:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 4 hours
The Volio Waterfall is located in the tropical rainforest of the Bribri Indian Reservation.
The moderate hike through the forest has several river crossings and affords the opportunity to view many different species of flora and fauna including the beautiful heleconia flowers, poison dart frogs and toucans.
Once you have arrived, a swim in the waterfall’s pool is refreshing.
Recommendations: Bug repellent, drinking water, sturdy shoes, swim suit and towel for the waterfall.
Approximately pick up time: 6:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 4 hours
The Caribbean zone of Costa Rica is one of the Country’s most biologically diverse areas thanks to the large tracts of tropical rainforest, mangroves, estuaries and beaches found here.
A bird watchers dream come true - of Costa Rica’s 850 species of birds, over half are found in this zone.
Birds that may be spotted include the crested-mandible toucan, ornate hawk-eagle, red-lored amazon, red-capped manakin, sulpher-winged parakeet, broad-billed motmot, collared aracari, lineated woodpecker, great green and scarlet macaws, great curassow, white-necked jacobin, violaceous trogan, montezuma oropendola, green ibis, green-and-rufous kingfisher, yellow-crowned night heron, and northern boat-billed heron, among others.
Recommendations: Bug repellent, drinking water and sturdy shoes or sandals depending on the area.
Approximately pick up time: During the day Approximately duration: 3 hours
The Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica is known for its world class surfing - the famous “Salsa Brava” waves are created just beyond the coral reef. Around the area of Puerto Viejo and Cocles there are waves for all levels.
If you are a beginner or intermediate surfer, both Black Beach and Cocles Beach offer nice waves on safe sandy bottom beaches.
Approximately pick up time: 6:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 11 hours
This trip gives you the ultimate blend of wilderness exposure and excitement. The Pacuare River is world famous for its sheer beauty.
A true river gorge, it is flanked by steep, green walls. You see waterfalls cascading into the river from both sides as colorful, tropical birds fly right over your head.
Amazing views of the virgin tropical rainforest appear before your eyes as you descend this true exploratory land.
The white water is equally exciting. The amount of rapids covered in this outstanding descent make it one of the most memorable rivers you’ll ever run.
Recommendations: Tennis shoes or “teva” style sandals (no flip-flops), sunscreen, hat, swim suit, drinking water, towel and a change of dry clothes.
Approximately pick up time: 6:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 6 hours
Typical local Caribbean fishing is done in a canoe boat. Live bait is used to catch tarpon, red snapper, mackerel, jack fish, kingfish, blue tuna, june fish, among others.
Recommendations: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, swim suit, towel and drinking water.
Approximately pick up time: 1:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 3 hours
Galloping along a palm tree lined beach, venturing through jungle trails, exploring abandoned cocoa plantations… sound intriguing? Your choice of trails - jungle, beach, cocoa plantation or a combination.
Similar to western riding, but the Costa Rican saddle is more streamlined.
Recommendations: Long pants, sturdy shoes, insect repellent and hat.
Approximately pick up time: 8:00 a.m. Approximately duration: 7 hours
The High Talamanca watershed is a network of rivers that support not only the Caribbean lowlands, but also many villages not accessible by road.
The tour begins in the Bribri village of Suretka, where you will find one of the busiest produce markets in the area and enjoy spectacular views of the vast Talamanca Mountains and foothills.
Here the Uren and Cuen Rivers join to form the Sixaola River, which represents the border between Costa Rica and Panama.
From Suretka, the tour explores the beautiful turquoise-green upper Uren River by motor canoe. Along the River, small Indian villages, virgin rainforest, and many different plants and animals can be seen.
Enjoy the amazing views and maybe some body rafting along this exquisite river.
Recommendations: Insect repellent, swimsuit, towel, sturdy shoes and “teva” style sandals (no flip-flops), sunscreen, and hat.
Approximately pick up time: 5:00 p.m. Approximately duration: 5:00 p.m.
The Leatherback, the Hawksbill, the Green and occasionally the Loggerhead sea turtles make their nest and lay their eggs on Gandoca - Manzanillo beaches.
However, the giant Leatherback sea turtle, with a shell that can grow to over one and a half meters in length and can weigh as much or more than an adult bull cow, is the one who brings fame to these beaches. The nesting season runs from March - June.
Recommendations: Dark clothing, long pants, insect repellent, drinking water and sturdy shoes or sandals.
Special notes: Cameras are not allowed, flash can disturb the turtles nesting. Turtles are wild animals and nest during this broad four-month season, seeing a turtle on any given night is not guaranteed.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30 a.m. Approximately duration: 6 hours
This Refuge stands out for the beauty of its beaches, coral reefs, and tropical forests vibrant with life.
Its extraordinary biodiversity is comprised of many ecosystems of great importance.
The refuge is covered with thick forest composed primarily of holillo palm, sajo and cativo, coconut palm, sea grape and heleconia - a plant that grows two meters tall and has very conspicuous and beautiful, brightly colored bractlets of red and yellow.
Its estuary is made up almost exclusively of red mangrove.
The refuge protects several species of animals in danger of extinction such as the manatee, crocodile, tapir, caiman and paca.
Monkeys and sloth may also be seen. Birds that may be spotted include the crested-mandible toucan, ornate hawk-eagle, red-lored amazon, manakins, parakeets, motmots, aracari and woodpecker.
Recommendations: Insect repellent, drinking water, sturdy shoes and long pants.
Approximately pick up time: 7:30 a.m. Approximately duration: 7 hours
Within the lagoon habitat, one may observe large quantities of aquatic birds, including numerous herons, cormorants, and the flashy kingfisher.
You may also run into a crocodile or a troop of white-faced monkeys. With some luck, you might even see a Mermaid!
Local legend has it that early spottings of manatees where mistaken for the mythical half-woman, half-fish.
However, the celebrity resident of the lagoon is an animal which is now rarely seen - the endangered Caribbean manatee - as it is an expert at hearing the slightest indication of a boat. The boat will stop for a short hike.
Recommendations: Bug repellent, drinking water, sturdy shoes and long pants.
Approximately pick up time: 8:30 a.m. Approximately duration: 6 hours
Cahuita National Park features the only mature coral reef on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.
This reef spreads out like a fan off Cahuita Point and measures about 240 hectares. Both elkhorn and smooth brain corals are the most prevalent species on the reef along with a wide variety of other marine life.
A boat will take you to the best snorkeling spots. This tour may also be combined with a hike.
Recommendations: Sunscreen, swimsuit, towel, hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, drinking water. If the tour includes a hike, sturdy shoes or sandals are also needed.
Approximately pick up time: 8:30 a.m. Approximately duration: 6 hours
The Park is made up of various habitats including swampland, mixed forest, mangroves, and beaches. A variety of wildlife can be spotted there.
Frequently seen animals include the howler monkey, sloth, snakes, iguanas, common raccoon, and white-nosed coati, several species of swamp forest birds such as the green ibis, green-and-rufous kingfisher, yellow-crowned night heron, and northern boat-billed heron, among others.
Recommendations: Sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water and sturdy shoes or sandals.
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.
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