Top Central Valley Eco Tours - page 5

Explore different levels of Costa Rica’s vibrant rain forest on a Sky Walk canopy tour near Arenal. The 3-hour route allows you to slow down and observe the forest’s rich plant, animal and bird life while being up close yet unobtrusive. Cross a series of hanging bridges and pass tropical waterfalls, stopping to cool off and relax at the natural pools below one of the cascades.

Experience a specialized experience in the Monteverde Cloud Forest accompanied by a certified local naturalist guide. This guided hike in Selvatura Park, located in the heart of Costa Rica’s cloud forest, offers a deep exploration of one of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems. The difference of this tour is in its interpretive and personalized approach. It’s not just a hike – it’s a high-value educational experience where your guide uses professional optical equipment to facilitate the sighting of tropical birds, mammals and endemic flora. You will learn about conservation, ecological processes and the global importance of Monteverde, while discovering details and species that most visitors overlook. Ideal for nature lovers, birdwatchers and travelers looking for an authentic guided tour in Monteverde.

Glide through one of the world’s most important wetlands on a boat tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge from La Fortuna. These naturally protected marshes are an essential home to many endangered bird species, plus other Costa Rican wildlife including monkeys, tapirs, cougars, and turtles. It's a top destination in Costa Rica for any serious birdwatchers, with regular sightings of herons, ibises, cormorants, and elusive jabirus.

Skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your Costa Rica vacation on a 9-day tour that includes eight nights' accommodation, all transfers, exciting activities, and many meals. Discover the natural beauty and biodiversity of the country’s northwestern region without having to make your own way between Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the cloud forest of Monteverde, Tamarindo’s famed beaches, and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste.

In this activity we are gonna be driving around La Fortuna town, visiting different spots where the sloths use to live. If we arrive to one place and we do not see any sloth, we just move to the next one, until find them. Usually, they are visible in many of the places we visit, guaranteeing to see them, totally in their natural habit. Besides the sloths, we usually find other animals such us blue jeans frogs, toucans, monkeys and more. We won't have any direct interaction with the animals, no touches, no sounds to wake them up; and very prudential distance, using the spotting scope for that. This is a 100% ethical tour where we take care the integrity of this beautiful creatures.

Explore the enchanting Bijagua rainforest on a guided wildlife walk and a serene floating birdwatching experience. Spot sloths, vibrant tropical birds, and diverse wildlife along easy trails led by an expert local naturalist. After the walk, glide across a tranquil lagoon, ideal for observing waterbirds and capturing stunning nature photography. This small-group adventure is ideal for families, couples, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic experiences without strenuous hiking. Wildlife You May See Two-toed and three-toed sloths Toucans and motmots Hummingbirds Herons and water birds Tropical frogs Butterflies and other rainforest species Wildlife sightings vary seasonally, making every tour unique. - Guided rainforest walk on easy, accessible trails, insights on ecology and conservation - Enjoy birdwatching in a serene floating setting - Family-friendly and small-group experience for personalized attention

Experience an unforgettable eco-adventure at ANURA, where each step unveils the jungle's hidden wonders and rich biodiversity. This tour, guided by Alberto (our expert biologist) explores habitat restoration and the use of medicinal plants essential for conservation. Discover the critical role of stingless bees in pollination and listen to the cheerful chorus of native birds along the trail. Alberto shows how native species reintroduction and sustainable management create a living conservation lab. Perfect for families and nature enthusiasts, this tour not only connects you with the environment but also invites you to join our collective effort to protect and celebrate the natural world. You can find out more about us at: https://anuracostarica.com/about-us/

Explore the vibrant ecosystem of La Fortuna on a 2.5-hour Pollinator Tour. Guided by a bilingual naturalist, encounter stingless bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds as you learn about their vital roles in nature. This family-friendly tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and offers plenty of opportunities for hands-on learning and photography. End the experience with a delightful honey tasting, sampling local honeys while discussing the fascinating process behind their creation. Connect with nature and support wildlife conservation efforts during this engaging adventure. - Duration: 2.5 hours with a 9:00 AM start time - Bilingual guide leads the tour in English and Spanish - Family-friendly, suitable for all ages with hands-on experiences - Includes guided honey tasting of local wild honeys

Join naturalist biologists on a guided tour through Parque La Libertad, where you will discover the restoration of 32 hectares once occupied by an old cement factory and learn about the ongoing reforestation process. You will observe birds that arrived with ecological regeneration and easily identify more than 30 species. Along the way, you’ll learn about waste management and pollinator gardens, and discover how the community comes together through art, sports, and social projects. Most importantly, by joining this experience you become part of a social well-being initiative that supports local communities in need.

Private experience in La Fortuna looking for sloth and the very diverse wildlife of this area. Our local guides in love with the nature of Costa Rica will show and teach you about the life of sloths and their unique behavior. Come to see and learn about the nature of La Fortuna in a short and nice walk.

Our tour aims to convey a different message to the community, particularly those solely dedicated to agriculture. While agriculture is crucial for Costa Ricans' livelihoods, it's often forgotten that cultivating crops requires sacrificing the forest, which serves as the habitat for many species. On the way to our property, you'll notice vast plains where the forest has been cleared for agriculture. However, our company has partnered with a family of farmers committed to preserving the forest, spanning 60,000 square meters. In this way, our company supports this forest by paying daily entrance fees. Thus, we help this family continue to maintain the forest intact, providing a home for many animals.

Discover the many different sides to Costa Rica that make it such a fascinating country to visit with this 8-day tour. Starting in San Jose, the first stop on this tour will take you up into the mountains to see sights around the Arenal Volcano. From there, it’s on to the Pacific coast to visit the beaches and national park of Manuel Antonio.

Immerse yourself in nature on this 3-day, 2-night adventure. The perfect excursion for outdoor enthusiasts, the tour brings you to the artisan town of Sarchi, known for its crafts and souvenirs, and the Arenal Volcano. You’ll also visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve to hike and enjoy the Sky Walk, a combination of trails and suspension bridges above the forest canopy.

The best nature adventure here in Arenal with the visit a the Top places! All included with the best naturalist bilingual guides and service. At the end of the tour you can get FREE a ticket to enjoy thermal mineral pools. The day will begin with a visit to the MISTICO HANGING BRIDGES: A two-hour hike through the beautiful rainforest and a great opportunity to see animals such as monkeys, toucans, wild turkeys, sloths, a wide variety of birds and much more. Then we will continue visiting the breathtaking RIO FORUNA´S WATERFALL. A downhill hike through will bring you to the bottom of this amazing 60 meter high waterfall, where you can enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch and a break before continuing the adventure. Later, we will continue on a hike through secondary forest trails which will take us to the ARENAL VOLCANO SILENCIO LAVA FLOW TRAILS. A place with awesome views of the volcano and lake, during this hike you will learn about Arenal’s activity, history, flora and fauna.

Head inland from Guanacaste to Tenorio Volcano and back in just a day on this guided tour. On a nature walk through the rain forest, you have the chance to spot animals like sloths and monkeys in the wild—an experience enhanced by a guide with tons of knowledge about the environment. Lunch and all transportation is included.

Combine two of the top outdoor rainforest activities in Costa Rica with this full-day day tour. After pickup from La Fortuna in a minivan, head to the Arenal Hanging Bridges—two miles (3.2 kilometers) of raised walking platforms designed for viewing wildlife in the rainforest canopy and below. After walking the bridges, visit La Fortuna Waterfall, swim in the La Fortuna River, and have a restaurant lunch before returning to La Fortuna.

It is a very nice glimpse of the Costa Rican country side, out of the usual and touristy. Driving through different crops and agriculture, giving a pretty good idea of how people daily live around this areas. Great oportunity of inmersion in nature and the beauty from volcanic activity shown up in this beautiful river, visiting the place where this river gets it's amazing light blue color called " Teñidero" After having all of this, but not before charging some energy back with a delicious tipical lunch. Why not to have some adeventure?. Our tubing experience will give you tons of fan going trhough floaty sections of water and slight rapids. This activity was thought for people want to spend a fun whole day out of the hotel, with moderate walking time and chill moment at the river, just how locals would do it. Traveling time to get there is not included at the itinerary, 1.5 hrs each way estimated. Estimated arrival back to hotels 4: 30 pm to 5:00 pm Don't let others to tell you!

Don’t wait any longer to start your adventure, leave stress and worries aside. Come and enjoy a natural hike where you will be filled with peace and harmony accompanied by the flora and fauna that inhabits the place. Includes more than 10km of trails and Tabacon Lagoon.

Discover one of La Fortuna’s most complete adventure combos with zipline, a volcano hike, hanging bridges, and a natural thermal river all in one day. A full day of adventure, nature, and relaxation awaits in La Fortuna with this exciting combo tour. Soar through the treetops on a zipline adventure featuring 9 cables and 10 platforms, with stunning views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Continue with a moderate 3 km hike at Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal, where you’ll explore scenic volcanic landscapes with a guide. Then discover the beauty of Mistico Hanging Bridges Park on a guided walk of approximately 2.5 hours through the rainforest. End the day relaxing in a natural thermal river, where you can soak in warm waters and enjoy a volcanic mud mask. This full-day experience includes transportation, lunch, and expert guides throughout the tour.

Enjoy and fun packed 10-days in Costa Rica with this small group (5-8 max) tour of some of the best bits of nature the country has to offer. Your accommodation is taken care of, along with several meals (check the itinerary). Your guide and crew will organize everything, and your rate includes entry to 6 amazing sites including seeing forests and wildlife, plus transportation, all the activities, snorkeling equipment, and you’ll skip the entry lines.

Pack Arenal’s most popular activities into one fun-packed day and easy booking with this curated bundle—including lunch, dinner and water. Hike the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, splash in the pool of the 230-foot (70-meter) La Fortuna Waterfall, hike over 1.5 miles (2.5 kilometers) through the forest, crossing 15 hanging bridges, and unwind in the Baldi Hot Springs. For ease, your package includes round-trip transfers from select hotels.

Escape the crowds and combine two popular attractions near San Jose in one day with this private guided tour to La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park and Baldi Resort Hot Springs. Chase waterfalls and look for wildlife at La Paz, then head to Baldi to enjoy a soak in hot springs under Arenal Volcano.

This tour is the perfect combination between nature and relaxation. The tour starts from your hotel in San Jose, with private and exclusive transportation for you and your family. Upon arrival at the Arenal Volcano area, you will visit the Danaus Eco Center, which is a site that offers ecological and educational experiences. Once in here explore the trails with a naturalist tour guide and have a close contact with many wildlife species including sloths. Later, you will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area: Baldi Hot Springs. At Baldi Hot Springs you will find an endless dreamed stay, where the natural environment, colorful natural gardens, therapeutic waters, pure air and our care combine on a perfect state; the dream came true. The unique frame where your experience turns into the most unforgettable one. In here you will enjoy multiple thermal pools, a giant steam room, luxury pool bars, giant waterslides, relaxing areas and much more.

Nature lovers will enjoy this three-day adventure in Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park. Reach parts of the park only accessible by boat and spend two nights at a lodge in the park, with all meals included. Visit rainforests, wetlands, lagoons, beaches, and other habitats, and learn all about the park’s biodiversity. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.