Activities

Costa Rica Explorer Itinerary

Our explorer itinerary offers a taste of the activities that make Costa Rica a world-class nature destination. Ourr activities are designed to educate, inspire, and bring out the wonder in you. Explorer activitites are easy and suitable for people of all ages in average condition. Adventure Activities in 3 Distinct Regions of Costa Rica offer a great introduction to the countries flora and fauna.

• Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Birdwatching
• Cloudforest Canopy Tour
• Butterfly Garden
• Hot Springs
• 2 Boat Excursions with a local Tortuguero Guide
• Visit the Caribbean Conservation Corp. (CCC) Museum, to learn about the Green Sea Turtle.
• Wander the beach where thousands of sea turtles come to nest from June through October

Activities by Region

Monteverde Cloudforest

Visit to the Finca Ecologica, a small private reserve that provides your first chance to see flora, birds and mammals. Founded in 1972, the Reserve extends down both slopes of the Tilarán Mountains (elevation 2,300 to 5,600 ft.,) encompassing six different ecological life zones and protecting more than 100 species of mammals, 400 species of birds and 1,500 species of plants. From January to July, depending upon your luck and patience, you may observe in its natural habitat the Resplendent Quetzal (occasionally a dozen or more individuals at once). Other species include the Three-Wattled Bellbird, the Emerald Toucanet, and White-Faced and Howler Monkeys.

Arenal Volcano

Canopy Tour at the Arenal Hanging Bridges project, a 250-hectare (618-acre) reserve of fully recovered secondary rainforest. Here you will traverse 15 bridges from 5 to 100 meters long that cross ravines and rivers in the rainforest and follow a 3-km circuit of interpretive trails built with paving blocks to prevent slipping. The bridges are made of aluminum, galvanized steel and concrete, and ensure maximum security for visitors. Later, enjoy a visit to the Hidalgo family hot springs. In the evening, weather permitting, view the volcanic activity, which may include explosions and lava flows.

Tortuguero Region

Two full days to explore the Tortuguero area, including two boat excursions with a local Tortuguero Guide and a visit to the Caribbean Conservation Corporation (CCC) Museum, where you will learn about the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle. Originally intended to protect an important nesting beach of the Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, Tortuguero National Park now protects 51,870 acres, one of the last large areas of tropical rainforests in Central America . Additional boat trips are available at extra cost. There will also be time to wander on the deserted beach (swimming is discouraged for safety reasons) where thousands of sea turtles come to nest from June through October (night excursions available in this season).