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Taking the cocoa we prepare

Discover the living culture of the Bribri people in Watsi Delve into an authentic experience that connects you to the ancestral history and wisdom of the Bribri indigenous people. He knows his traditional way of life, his clothing made with natural fibers, hunting instruments and the sacred use of medicinal plants. At Casa Usure, a sacred place, you will learn about its worldview and creation of life. The favorite part, the cocoa process : you will make everything from scratch and grind with the indigenous women, and then enjoy a delicious chocolate accompanied by Creole bananas. You will also try a typical lunch served in leaves, as they do. To close the day, we will visit a waterfall, where in addition to cooling off you can observe poisonous frogs, the same ones that the indigenous people used to poison their spears. End this magical experience by drinking a pipe water in the middle of nature. A cultural, natural and transformative experience that will remain in your heart.

Cultural tour of the Bribri Indian with Cocoa and Falls.

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Mistic house/ Usure

Discover the unique, original way of how medicinal ceremonies are presented in the BriBri culture. This will take place in the home or the shaman and here you´ll see how the medicinal plants are used. He will explain where every plant is helpful for and how this is used to heal someone. After the ceremony you´ll see the process of making cacao and enjoy an traditional meal. To end this extraordinary experience you´ll have a hike to the waterfall and have a refreshing swim.

Tour Shaman medicinal plants and waterfalls

5 hoursFree Cancellation

7-in-1 Combo Tour: Tortuguero Canals Shore Excursion

7-in-1 Combo Tour: Tortuguero Canals Shore Excursion

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Authentic Limón: Downtown Walking Experience

Join us for an immersive experience in Limón City Downtown! Stroll through the vibrant streets with our passionate local guides, and feel like a local as you explore iconic landmarks. Discover the rich architectural history built and preserved by our ancestors and dive into the heart of the Caribbean. Learn about the historical events that have shaped the social, cultural, and economic landscape of Limón, Costa Rica. Experience the true essence of Limón like never before!

Authentic Limón: Downtown Walking Experience

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoying Playa Bonita

The Costa Rican province of Puerto Limon is known for its rich biodiversity, local food culture, and sandy Caribbean beaches. Experience Puerto Limon’s highlights in just a few hours during this shore excursion, which allows you to easily tour the city and see top attractions such as the Tortuguero Canals, a Banana Plantation, and Playa Bonita. Along the way, your guide provides helpful commentary.

Tortuguero Canals Including Playa Bonita and Puerto Limon Highlights

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Indigenous territory and Bribri Falls Talamanca, Costa Rica

In my experiences, people will be able to live and know from the perspective of a local person with indigenous descent. many traditions that are very important to the culture such as medicinal plants, knowing the ceremony house, crafts, cocoa chocolate making and history. and also very important to share with local people and take home a beautiful memory of everything experienced in the place. and then after this beautiful cultural experience. We visited a waterfall in the area where you can swim and enjoy nature. It is an experience that will allow you to connect with the indigenous Bribri culture of the area and appreciate the nature of its surroundings, which very few people managed to visit and learn about the beauty of this culture. And something also very important is that even the little ones who live this experience will learn about one of the best-known cultures in Costa Rica.

Indigenous territory and Bribri Falls Talamanca, Costa Rica

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Native Caribbean Cooking in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

You will be able to participate in part of the preparation process. Also will learn the details of the traditional way of cooking caribbean meals, and to select fresh ingredients that are locally produced to elaborate this meals. We will be speaking about the history and culture of the town. If anyone has a dietary restrictions, please inform it in advance to accommodate everyone. Vegetarians and Vegans are welcome.

Private Native Caribbean Cooking in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Shore Excursion: Caribbean Highlights Tour from Limon

Shore Excursion: Caribbean Highlights Tour from Limon

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Bribri Limon Shaman Tour Experience

Step into the heart of nature and culture with a one-of-a-kind journey through the ancestral lands of the Bribri people. Our tour offers more than just sightseeing — it’s an invitation to connect deeply with the indigenous heritage, stories, and way of life of one of Costa Rica’s oldest living cultures. Set in the lush landscapes of the Talamanca region, this experience takes you beyond the usual path. You’ll walk through sacred spaces, taste traditional snacks, learn about natural medicine, and hear powerful stories passed down through generations. Led by Bribri guides and community members, every moment is rooted in authenticity, respect, and cultural pride. What truly sets our tour apart is the opportunity to not just visit — but to engage. Come with an open heart, leave with a new perspective. Book your journey today and become part of a story that honors the land, the people, and the spirit of the Bribri tribe.

Bribri Limon Shaman Tour Experience

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Wildlife Observation at Cahuita National Park

Wildlife Observation at Cahuita National Park

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Bribri Chocolate Family Farm in the Indigenous Territory

Step into a living world of ancestral knowledge, sustainable farming, and spiritual connection with nature. This immersive cultural experience takes you deep into the Bribri Indigenous Territory, where you'll be welcomed by a local Bribri family dedicated to preserving their traditions through a powerful, community-led project. Led by a certified native guide (bilingual – English & Spanish), this journey goes far beyond sightseeing — it’s a true cultural exchange rooted in respect, authenticity, and storytelling. One of the most cherished highlights of your visit is the opportunity to take part in traditional Bribri artisanal chocolate making, using techniques and spiritual practices that have been passed down for generations.

Bribri Chocolate Family Farm in the Indigenous Territory

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Half day Tortuguero Canal, Cahuita National Park & Puerto Limon

Discover the best of Limón on a unique shore excursion combining nature, culture, and wildlife. Start with a scenic coastal drive to the Tortuguero Canals, known as the “Amazon of Costa Rica” for their lush vegetation and incredible biodiversity. Board a comfortable pontoon boat and watch for orchids, water lilies, sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, caimans, basilisk lizards, and tropical birds. After the boat tour, enjoy fresh local fruits. Continue to a botanical garden and banana plantation to learn about cultivating bananas, chocolate, and coffee. Then visit Cahuita National Park for a guided hike where your English‑speaking guide helps you spot wildlife in its natural habitat. You’ll also have time to swim or walk along the beach. Finish with a stop at a local fruit stand to taste pineapple, watermelon, and bananas then will take a drive through the coast line for a city tour, then return to the starting point at port of Limon!!

Half day Tortuguero Canal, Cahuita National Park & Puerto Limon

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Puerto Limon 6 in 1 Highlights Shore Excursion

Experience six of Puerto Limón's highlights in one unforgettable shore excursion. Designed for cruise guests, this small-group adventure combines a Tortuguero Canal boat ride, wildlife viewing, rainforest scenery, a banana plantation visit, Puerto Limón sightseeing, and authentic Afro-Caribbean culture. Keep an eye out for sloths, monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife while discovering the best of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast with an expert local guide.

Puerto Limon 6 in 1 Highlights Shore Excursion

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Chocolate native indigenous tour and waterfall adventure

Explore an unspoiled part of the Talamanca Mountains that would otherwise be hard to get to—and enjoy a unique cultural immersion—on this private, full-day trip to the Bribri Indigenous Reserve. Following pickup from your Limon hotel, head into nature, and meet a Bribri family. Learn the secrets of the native cacao they use to make chocolate, and embark on a short hike to local waterfalls for an optional swim.

Chocolate native indigenous tour and waterfall adventure

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Cahuita National Park & Bribri chocolate & Waterfall visit.

This is a unique tour that gives you the opportunity to enjoy the humid tropical forest like never before. Once we arrive at the Cahuita National Park, our guide will be in charge of showing you all the beauties within the park. We will walk for approximately 2 hours in search of wild animals. Once this time was over, we headed to the Bribri community to share the experience of making chocolate in a traditional way. We will arrive at a local family, where we will share for about 2 hours about the history, the way of life, the language and we will also have the opportunity to make 100% organic chocolate in a traditional way. To finish, we will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch prepared with local ingredients. Then we go to the waterfall where we will walk for approximately 10 minutes until we reach the waterfall where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and to finish we will have a delicious tropical snack.

Cahuita National Park & Bribri chocolate & Waterfall visit.

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Taste the Caribbean to Puerto Viejo Food and Culture Walking Tour

Delve into the vibrant culinary scene of Puerto Viejo on this engaging food and culture walking tour. Over 3.5 hours, visit six local food tasting locations, meeting passionate cooks along the way. Discover traditional Caribbean ingredients and sample a variety of dishes that reflect the region's rich culinary heritage. This tour is perfect for food lovers and those eager to learn about Costa Rican culture. Enjoy insider knowledge from local guides who bring the community's flavors to life. - 3.5-hour walking tour exploring Puerto Viejo’s culinary delights - Visit six unique food tasting locations with local chefs - Learn about Caribbean ingredients and cooking traditions - Small group sizes for an intimate and personalized experience

Taste the Caribbean to Puerto Viejo Food and Culture Walking Tour

3 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Night Tour in Indigenous Private Reserve Aventura Verde

Discover the rich wildlife of the Bribri and Gnobe family project. The night tour in Aventura Verde Indigenous Reserve, venture into the mountains for an intermediate-level walk along a natural trail with a certain level of elevation, where the sounds of the forest come alive at night. Encounter amazing wildlife while enjoying breathtaking views of the town's lights from a scenic viewpoint. The tour concludes with a refreshing fruit snack as you share your favorite moments with fellow travelers. Please bring proper hiking boots or closed walking shoes, and walking gear if necessary. Transportation from Puerto Viejo is included for a hassle-free experience.

Night Tour in Indigenous Private Reserve Aventura Verde

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Cahuita National Park Guided Hike by Native Naturalistic Guide

Discover the natural beauty and cultural history of Cahuita National Park on an engaging and informative hike led by a local native naturalist certified guide. Explore scenic trails along the Caribbean coastline, with opportunities to spot monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and colorful birdlife. More than just a wildlife walk, this experience offers a deeper insight into local traditions, plant uses, and the unique balance between forest and sea — all shared by a bilingual guide with lifelong roots in the area.

Cahuita National Park Guided Hike by Native Naturalistic Guide

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Puerto Viejo Hidden Gems and Waterfall

It is best to take this experience on your first days here since you will learn a lot about the area, things to do here and places to visit, so you can decide what you want to do for the remainder of your vacation here. I enjoy sharing my knowledge about animals, this area and it's unique culture. We will first visit The Cliff, a special place with breathtaking views of the ocean. On the hike to there and back we may see sloths and monkeys. At the Cliff you can take some amazing photos, it’s the perfect instagram opportunity. Then we'll drive around the town so you will get to know where is what. We will then visit Iguana Project, protected area where iguanas are raised to be released into the forest. This project is in a Bri Bri farm, so you will also learn about medicinal plants and Bri Bri culture. After that we will go to the waterfalls, a magical place in the woods, where we will relax and swim in the waterfall pool, share drinks and chat about Puerto Viejo and Pura Vida!

Puerto Viejo Hidden Gems and Waterfall

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hiking at Cahuita

Full-Day Tour to Cahuita National Park from Puerto Limon

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Adventure combo

Combine a jungle cruise with a zipline adventure on a tour that explores the Tortuguero Canal and lush rainforest, giving you sweeping views of ‘Costa Rica’s Amazon’ from 11 zipline cables and 12 platforms. Dense foliage can make wildlife hard to see from the forest floor, but taking in the rainforest from the water and air gives you the perfect vantage point for spotting everything from howler monkeys to crocodiles.

Adventure Combo Tour: Zipline adventure and Tortuguero Canals

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Caribbean Highlights Shore Excursion from Limon

When your cruise ship docks in Limon, spend the day exploring highlights of Costa Rica's Caribbean side on this combo shore excursion. Taste farm-fresh tropical fruit and learn about the region's sweetest export and see a banana plantation. You'll also get an up-close look at Costa Rican wildlife like birds, monkeys, and frogs on a rainforest boat safari tour down the biodiverse Tortuguero Canals. Swim or sun at a local beach and take a tour of the bustling port city of Limon before getting back on your ship.

Caribbean Highlights Shore Excursion from Limon

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Wildlife & Waterways: Jaguar Rescue & Tortuguero Canals Tour

Explore the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica in one full day. Visit the Jaguar Rescue Center to see rescued animals up close, taste local coffee and cacao, and discover handmade crafts. Cruise the Tortuguero Canals, spotting sloths, monkeys, caimans, and tropical birds in their natural habitat. End the day at Playa Bonita, enjoying the ocean and Caribbean flavors at your own pace. A hands-on experience of wildlife, local culture, and coastal life.

Wildlife & Waterways: Jaguar Rescue & Tortuguero Canals Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Cahuita Park & Prospect Plantation. Puerto Limon Shore Excursion

Cahuita Park & Prospect Plantation. Puerto Limon Shore Excursion

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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