Maleku Indigenous Reserve

Caño Negro Tour & Río Frío Wildlife Safari by Boat

Only accessible by boat, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for some of Costa Rica's rarest flora and fauna. Sail down the Rio Frio into this wild wetland area, world-renowned for its biodiversity. As you cruise, a guide will help point out exotic birds, monkeys, iguanas and even crocodiles, too. A Costa Rican lunch completes the experience.

Chocolate Farm Tour & La Fortuna Waterfall

Like Central America's very own Willy Wonka, Costa Rica cultivates world-class cacao beans – the key ingredient in top-quality chocolate. Take a two-hour tour of a fairtrade cacao farm to see how the beans ultimately end up as high-end organic chocolate bars. There'll be plenty of sweet treats to sample followed by a swim in La Fortuna Waterfall.

Hiking Tour in Tenorio Volcano National Park

Trek into Tenorio Volcano National Park to find hidden waterfalls, wildlife, and steaming hot springs. In the heart of the park is Río Celeste – a waterfall that owes its brilliant blue hue to a mix of minerals from the nearby volcano. And after all that walking, you can reward yourself with a refreshing swim and a Costa Rican lunch.

Peñas Blancas River Cruise and Chocolate Tasting

Cruising Costa Rica's rivers by raft preserves the peace – and in the rainforest, less noise means more wildlife activity. Glide quietly down the Peñas Blancas River on the lookout for exotic birds, monkeys, iguanas and even a crocodile or two. Then, after your wildlife-spotting cruise, you can try some chocolatey treats at a cacao farm.

Arenal Volcano National Park Tour

Towering at over 1,600 metres above the rainforest, the Arenal Volcano is Costa Rica's most famous natural landmark. Explore in depth on this full-day tour with a guided hike through the national park. You'll start off with a scenic boat ride on Arenal Lake, before continuing on foot passing by diverse landscapes, vegetation and lava trails.

Arenal Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall

Costa Rica's wildest adventures are all natural. And on this tour you'll take on two of Arenal's best outdoor experiences. Cross a hanging bridge over the rainforest and get up close to canopy wildlife like spider monkeys, sleepy sloths and over 400 species of tropical bird. Then, trek along the foothills of Arenal Volcano for a rewarding swim in the emerald pools of La Fortuna Waterfall.

Costa Rican Campesino Farm Experience

Explore the charming Maleku Indigenous Reserve, nestled in the Northern Region of Costa. The reserve comprises three different villages and a nearby Agroecological Farm, a stone's throw away from La Fortuna, in Agua Azul. Head over to the farm and be welcomed with a refreshing drink prepared with locally grown fresh fruits. Your local expert guide will tell you about the history and main objectives of the farm. Sustainability, resource management and nature preservation are an integrating part of Costa Rican customs and traditions, leaving you with an unforgettable experience. Visit a small archaeological ranch where you can see how the indigenous produce artisanal cocoa. Taste fresh fruit and chocolate as you meander through the orchid and medicinal plant garden. Finally, sit back, relax and savour a tasty lunch made with farm-fresh products such as coffee, cheese, tortillas, and much more.

Ecological Park and Butterfly Garden Danaus Morning

Head over to Danaus Ecological Sanctuary and Butterfly Gardens and discover this peaceful ecological reserve. In this educational experience, you'll learn about how a group of environmental conservationists helped regenerate and protect this natural haven. The project has helped promote sustainable tourism in La Fortuna and offers a trail where you can meander through a botanical housing of more than 600 species of plants and 40 species of butterflies. You'll also get to admire frogs in their natural habitat and medicinal plant gardens. This natural sanctuary also gives you the chance to access excellent observation points overlooking the wetlands where you can see the local wildlife such as snakes, turtles, alligators, sloths and birds. Finish off your tour with a quick visit to the Eco Center souvenir shop where you will be rewarded with a delicious snack of fresh fruit.

Maleku Indigenous Reserve

Bienvenidos at the Maleku Indigenous Reserve. This ecological haven nestled in the Northern Region of Costa Rica consists of four different towns: Palenques, Margarita, Tonjibe and El Sol, with a small local population of 1000 habitants who speak the Maleku Jaica dialect. Embark on a cultural tour where you'll learn about the indigenous lifestyle, traditions and customs. Drive through the northern grassland and receive a warm welcome at Margarita Palenque. After a short and entertaining presentation, you'll go for a stroll through the traditional ranch to learn important details of the village such as the inhabitants' rituals, types of palenques, craftsmanship and agriculture. Discover how the Maleku cultivates cocoa and how they tailor their traditional clothing. Follow the small path that leads to the forest where you'll learn about medicinal plants and knowledge about trees passed on by their ancestors. You'll also get to practice traditional archery and ancient hunting methods used by those who came before. Experience a Maleku rite dramatized with its dances, songs and music, the soul of their culture. Finish off your experience with a local Costa Rican lunch consisting of a fish-based dish wrapped in banana leaves, steamed and accompanied by locally grown vegetables and a natural fruit juice.

Nocturnal Experience with typical dinner

Discover the nocturnal wonders of Costa Rica. Begin your experience with a 30-minute drive through the charming town of La Tigra, where the Mendez Family will greet you. This traditional Costa Rican family lives off the land, committed to plant and wildlife conservation and protection. Follow the estate's trail alongside a small patch of regenerating forest with water mirrors that facilitate the observation of nightlife such as birds, nocturnal mammals, amphibians, bats, and other wildlife. Meander around the water mirrors and reach the frog sanctuary, where you see numerous species of frogs such as the bullfrog and spectacular glass frogs in their natural habitat. After this enchanting experience, sit down and relish a traditional Costa Rican dinner prepared over a wood-burning with the nocturnal lights of the San Carlos plains lighting up the evening.