Top Costa Rica Outdoor Activities - page 2

Excellent experience and our guide was also excellent. I think his name was Guillermo. He was super knowledgeable about the plants and animals. We saw a sloth, tons of monkeys, coati, raccoons, boas, lizards, hawks and more. I would definitely recommend.

The hike to La Leona waterfall with this group was an excellent experience! We were a small group of five led by an excellent guide, A few details: you are handed a large water proof bag that holds your water bottles, and a smaller waterproof bag that holds one phone. Yoh leave all of your belongings in your car which you lock and provide the keys to the establishment. Wears water shoes, preferably hiking water shoes with good grip as the path is on both, dry land, which could be rocky, and through river stone and boulders which is slippery. Dress comfortably with clothes that you can be comfortable hiking in, and swimming with, which will get wet (obviously). Bring a change of clothes that you can keep in the car to change into after the hike. About the tour: Our tour guide, Esteban. spoke perfect English and led us through the moderate hike with care. He stopped to teach us about the flora and fauna in Costa Rica occasionally along the way. He exhibited great patience while we hiked through the river and swam to the waterfall. We were able to take our time and not feel rushed. All in all, it was a great day and a great experience… one which we will remember for a very long time!

This was better than I thought. I was worried it might be a very busy and crazy boat that may lead to a loud unenjoyable experience. But it was great! They did not over book so it wasn't crowded. The staff was attentive and personable. We saw dolphins, did some snorkeling and enjoyed a swim. The only downside it that the waterslides are a bit steep, you've got to be a thriller seeker to enjoy them. My teenage daughters were really looking forward to sliding into the ocean but opted out of this piece of the trip once we saw the slides in person and saw other passengers shooting off the boat!