Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

Tamarindo, Guanacaste and Northwest (437)

Summary

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary, and Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour


Description

Tour Duration: 720 min

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

You will start out on a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the park. Along the trail you will walk through the rainforest and along the Celeste River, where you can observe one of nature’s most intriguing phenomenons of a turquoise waterfall. After this beautiful site, you will continue hiking to where two brooks merge together that creates a chemical reaction of volcanic minerals, giving the water it's blue hue. You will head to another part of the river outside of the park where you will get to swim in the blue waters!! After your swim, we will stop by a local restaurant for a plentiful Costa Rican style lunch! Finca Verde - Sloths & More - You will be taken on an inspiring and educational walk, showcasing natural wonders such as tropical plants, flowers, birds, sloths, frogs, snakes, insects and many more animals. We will take you by Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces where you can relax and take a swim underneath the falls or walk around exploring the flora and fauna.

What's included

Below are items that the provider has stated are included with Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour at no additional cost

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • National park fees
  • Professional bilingual guide

What's NOT included

Below are items that the tour provider of Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour has stated that may cost an additional fee if desired.

  • Round Trip Transport from Andaz, Planet Hollywood, Fours Seasons $50 per booking

Points Of Interest

  • 120 minutes: Tenorio Volcano National Park Hike Upon arriving at the entrance, you will start out on a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the park.   Along the trail you will walk through the rainforest and along the Celeste River, where you can observe one of nature's most intriguing phenomenons.  After this beautiful site, you will continue hiking to where two brooks merge together, turning clear water into a divine hue of turquoise that makes Rio Celeste. This chemical reaction, due to the volcanic minerals, makes for an astounding sight that can only be experienced at this unique location.  After hiking, you will head to another part of the river outside of the park where you will get to swim in the blue waters!!  This is where you will often see sloths and other wildlife. This hike is a fantastic opportunity for healthy exercise and unforgettable experiences in one of Costa Rica's most unique hidden gems. **Please be aware, on rare occasions the river may be brown due to heavy rains
  • 120 minutes: Organic Farm - Sloth and Frog Sanctuary Take a tour on a rural organic farm! You will be taken on an inspiring and educational walk, showcasing natural wonders such as tropical plants, flowers, birds, sloths, frogs, snakes, insects and many more animals that inhabit the farm. Here you will also have a hearth Costa Rican style lunch
  • 60 minutes: Llanos de Cortez Waterfall We will take you to Llanos de Cortez Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take a swim underneath the falls or walk around exploring the flora and fauna.
  • 180 minutes: Hotel Pick up After pick up from your hotel, house or condo (see pick up areas), you will stop for coffee and/or breakfast, you will be driven 3 hours to Tenorio Volcano National Park.
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  • minutes: RIU Guancaste/Palace 7:00 am
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Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands