Top Costa Rica Outdoor Activities - page 3

Daniel was amazing ! (I hope i remembered his name correctly) such a cool guide! I am amazed by how good his eyes were for spotting the animals. I thought it was also really cool that his mom was a guide and that's how he became one too! We saw sloths, ao many lizards and Toucans and it was just such a cool expirence. He waa so friendly and did a great job making sure everyone saw the animals and got pictures with the scope. Definitely recommend We went feb 27th at 8am

The waterfall tour was so fun, we went with Joshua. He kept us laughing and of course safe the whole time. He was very good with kids as well. He gave good instructions on the hike. He took pictures with his own phone and sent it to us afterward. It was overall the best tour I have done on any trip.

Just as advertised great time very professional never missed a safety step for me or my wife I watched every step. Great staff and service from everyone and a wonderful meal so tasty And try the hot sauce very good. Thank you Bruce & Shelly And friends

Noland was very informative and kept us entertained. He took us to the waterfall and to the base of the volcano. André took us on the tour of the hanging bridges where he was able to spot a yellow eyelash viper and a Rufus mutmut which were very cool to see. The 10-hour tour was well worth the money and very fun.

My boyfriend was not as excited for this excursion due to it being “just a chocolate and coffee tour” but now he won’t shut up about it lol. We had a great time, the tour was quite informative and personal. We toured the site, ate different fruits and chocolate-covered fruits, drank coffee and hot chocolate. We learned about cacao, the process of making coffee and my boyfriend (avid coffee drinker) says he has a newfound greater appreciation for coffee and the effort that goes into making it. Like I said, he now won’t shut up lol. Highly recommend!

Top attraction of Monteverde. We had a truly beautiful experience. We saw cappuccino monkeys, quetzals, coatis and various types of vegetation. It was absolutely worth taking the guide; you would miss so many things without one. We also took a tour to the hummingbird garden. Kids loved it. Take a rain Jacket and wear water proof shoes. It’s very wet trail but definitely worth checking out.

White water rafting in La Fortuna was easily one of the top five experiences of my life. If you are anywhere near La Fortuna, rafting is a must. The scenery alone is worth it. Lush jungle the entire way, monkeys in the trees, exotic birds flying overhead, and even cows casually hanging out along the riverbanks. It felt wild and untouched but somehow peaceful at the same time. Our guides, Cuca Daveed, were incredible. He constantly pointed out wildlife, made sure everyone felt comfortable, and really understood people’s individual limitations. At the beginning they go through detailed safety instructions, and I will admit that if you are already nervous it can sound intense. Do not let that scare you. It is purely to prepare you. Once you are actually on the river, it is very doable. They are professionals and you genuinely feel safe the entire time. They even have medical rafts for assistance, and if you carry an EpiPen (like me) for emergency medication, the captain of your raft will hold it securely for you. One very important tip. Use the bathroom before you depart. There is about a one hour and forty five minute drive to the river, and there is no bathroom when you first arrive. You can go before leaving town and again after rafting before the drive back, but once you are on the river, which is about two to three hours, you are committed. Plan accordingly. After rafting, they take you to eat and the food was AMAZING. Fresh, filling, and exactly what you want after being out on the water. I had a slightly embarrassing moment when tipping because I remembered the medic’s name but blanked on my raft captain’s name.PThey handled it so kindly. No awkwardness, no pressure. They even explained that tips are shared among the team. Costa Rican culture is very Pura Vida and not pushy at all, but please tip. They work extremely hard and truly care about your experience. If you are debating it because you are scared, do it anyway. It is thrilling without feeling reckless, adventurous without feeling unsafe, and something you will remember forever. I would absolutely do it again.

Full day of touring. Never felt rushed. Two guides for our group because it was fairly large (12 ppl). Guides were knowledgeable and spoke perfect English. Van was comfortable, with AC, and there was space for our belongings. Guides brought walking sticks for those who need one. We went to three different spots- the volcano/Mistico park, el silencio (the preserve) and the waterfall. Each activity required a wristband and parking seemed to be free. You could do all of this on your own but the guides were able to spot many different animals and show us with their scope. Binoculars would be helpful if you don’t have a guide with a scope. The lunch was good. It was a long day. Started promptly at 730 and ended at 4.