Rincon de la Vieja Tour

Take an all day adventure tour to the active volcano Rincon de la Vieja. You will start the day by driving through the Guanacaste countryside to the capital city of Guanacaste, Liberia. There we start climbing up along the volcano to Buena Vista Lodge. Upon arrival, mount horses and take a nature trail down to the famous hot springs and mud pots, created by the active volcanic activity underground. Enjoy the hot mud spa and swim in the crystal clear springs. Then ride back to the lodge to enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon there is an option of experiencing the exhilarating canopy tour over the treetops of the jungle or going on a nature hike into the surrounding jungles of the volcano.
This area is abundant with wildlife and exotic tropical birds, especially Toucans. Return at sunset in the late afternoon. The tour includes chauffeur, bilingual guide, horseback riding, lunch, spa and nature trails.


Palo Verde Tour

tours in tamarindoPalo Verde National Park is part of the basin of the Tempisque River. The lowlands and marshes create the perfect conditions for the largest concentration of waterfowl and wadding birds in all of Central America. This is a birdwatchers paradise as well as a perfect place to see lots of big crocodiles, and monkeys hanging from the trees. The tour starts with a drive through the beautiful countryside of Guanacaste. You will arrive at a local port and take a boat trip to the National Park of Palo Verde. After exploring the park you will have a delicious typical lunch by the river. On your return, you will pass by the famous artisan village of Guatil and learn how the Chorotega Indians make their pottery using the same techniques that were used by their Pre-Columbian ancestors. The tour includes a bilingual guide, an air conditioned bus, lunch, river tour, park fees and refreshments.
Tenorio River White Water Rafting

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Definitely, this is BIG water!!!

The Pozo Azul section down the Tenorio River will challenge your eagerness of adventure and action. This exhilarating 8 miles white water rafting includes class III-IV rapids with twists, turns, drops and stunning scenery for about 2 hours down the Tenorio River located close to the city of Caņas. At the end of rafting trip we walk back to our transportation to go for lunch on a beautiful setting at the Corobici River Restaurant.This not only a rafting trip but a great chance to see monkeys, iguanas and lot of birds. Do not miss the chance to see some of the amazing wildlife we have in the area!!


Colorado Rafting & Canopy

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An easy two-hour class I - II water rafting will take you through exciting water breaks, rapids and beautiful natural river pools.You will be amazed by the breathtaking river canyons, water-shaped volcanic rocks and the surrounding forest as you go down the Colorado River.A delicious lunch will be served after the rafting trip, then, go on an exciting canopy tour over the river to end your day.

On the way back, you will have the opportunity to stop in Liberia city to shop and experience the local culture in town.

 

Miravalles Volcano and Hot Springs

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Discover three impressive waterfalls in the middle of the jungle while you hike for 20 minutes through the beautiful rain forest at the bottom of the active Miravalles Volcano.Walk through hot springs, bubbling mud pots, fumaroles and feel the steam coming out of the ground. Be rejuvenated by the therapeutic properties of the volcanic mud and sulfurous waters and relax in the thermal mineral hot springs of the volcano.

 

Tenorio Rain Forest

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Be part of an amazing combination of trails and bridges where you have the opportunity to observe the richness of the tropical rain forest. Get the exceptional feeling of walking over suspension bridges in a real tropical jungle, watching giant trees, ancient ferns, colorful blossoms, orquids, and bromeliads and learn about the high diversity of plants and wildlife.

This 2 hour hike in this incredible type of ecosystem is just south of Liberia in the northern volcanic mountain range of Costa Rica. A traditional lunch will be served at the end of this unique experience. Great way to experience the Tropical Rain Forest

 

Arenal Volcano and Hot Spring

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Feel part of the jungle walking through the rain forest at El Silencio Private Reserve at the base of the Arenal volcano and enjoy one of the best areas to see wildlife.This fascinating day will be topped by a visit to thermal mineral hot springs where not only your mind but your body will be rejuvenated and relaxed by the volcanic minerals.

This tour will let you increase the chances to see lava at night and admire the great diversity of plants and animals in the tropical rain forest.

 

Nicaragua: a volcanic and cultural experience

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 Granada is located south of Managua (capital city) on the edge of Lake Nicaragua. Founded in 1524, Granada is considered one of the oldest cities in America. Granada architecture is a romantic combination of colonial homes with neoclassical baroque  churches which makes the jewel of Nicaragua.

 

Tour Description: Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Nicaragua. Light breakfast on the way. Admire some of the most imposing views of Lake Nicaragua and Granada. Lunch at El Zaguan Restaurant. Sightseeing and walking city tour in the old Granada City founded in 1524. Drive along rocks of petrified lava to the top of the Masaya volcano to observe the enormous Santiago crater. Shopping tour to the artisan's market in Masaya city with its beautiful hammocks, ceramics, carved wood works, embroidery dresses, and tapestries.

Visit to Catarina town to admire an ancient volcanic lagoon. (If we have time).

Transfer back to Costa Rica



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