Curu Wildlife Refuge hike (5 hours)
The Curu Wildlife Refuge is said to offer the best wildlife watching on the Nicoya Peninsula. Curu boasts a rich and diverse wildlife in five different habitat types that range from marine zones and mangrove swamps, to tropical dry and moist forest, as well as farmland. 232 species of birds have been counted in Curu. Capuchin monkeys and Howler monkeys are common sightings, as well as deer, coatis, crabs, even river otters and red squirrels. Your experienced guide will fetch you from your hotel and take you to the Refuge which is about an hour's drive from Santa Teresa/Mal Pais. Your guide was born in this area and thus has extensive knowledge of the area and wildlife in the region. Doing the Curu hike with him, guarantees you the best chance of seeing wildlife on your hike, he is an absolute expert at spotting all the most interesting and camouflaged creatures in the reserve.
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees, fruit and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $120 per person (min 2 people)
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees, fruit and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $120 per person (min 2 people)
Tortuga Island & Curu Wildlife Refuge tour (7 hours)
This tour includes the above tour (Curu Wildlife Refuge hike) with Tortuga island as an addition. After the Curu hike you will take a boat to and around Tortuga island where you can enjoy some of the most magnificent snorkeling in Costa Rica. The volcanic rock reef is surrounded by crystalline waters which is home to Porcupine fish, Morays, Needlefish, Angle Fish, Spotted Eagle Rays and many more tropical beauties, making this underwater wonderland an unforgettable snorkeling experience. Tortuga island is also home to some of the most beautiful white sand beaches. You will get to relax and soak up your gorgeous surroundings while enjoying a delicious lunch.
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees, boat ride, snorkeling equipment, fruit, lunch and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $180 per person (min 2 people)
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees, boat ride, snorkeling equipment, fruit, lunch and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $180 per person (min 2 people)
Cabo Blanco tour (2 hours)
Cabo Blanco is the biggest national park in the area and was originally established as an "Absolute Nature Reserve" whose access was restricted to scientists and park rangers. Today visitors are allowed to hike through the reserve on designated trails to see the diverse nature and wildlife as well as the magnificent white sand beaches. Our experienced guides have an abundance of local knowledge and know where all the creatures favorite hiding spots are. As your guide takes you on a hike around the park, he will use this local knowledge to make sure you get the best out of your Cabo Blanco experience.
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $100 per person (min 2 people)
- Tour includes: transfers, entrance fees and private experienced guide.
- Rate: $100 per person (min 2 people)
Design your own tour
Combine or add to any of the tours to create the adventure of your dreams. We are more than happy to customize any of the above tours to fit your personal needs. We are flexible and have all the experience to meet just about any request you may have.