BORINQUEN SPA TOUR

HOT SPRINGS, TREE CANOPY, NATURE WALK AND HORSEBACK RIDING

Visit the Borinquen Boutique Mountain Resort and let the adventure begin with a natural history walk through a primary forest followed by a 30 minutes horseback ride to the first platform from which your high wire adventure will begin. Get harnessed up and enjoy the forest canopy from above (over 90 feet height) as you traverse on a cable connecting several platforms up in the tree tops! Once your adrenaline levels are back to normal, you can savor a delicious typical lunch before you relax at the resort's very own SPA!

Recommendations:  camera, binoculars, long pants, swimsuit, sun block, change of clothes, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  : full day
Meals Included:  lunch
Price:  $149.00

HELICONIAS RAINFOREST & HANGING BRIDGES

ENJOY THE CLOSEST RAINFOREST TO GUANACASTE LOW LANDS!

Located on the foothills of the Tenorio Volcano, this 2200 meters long trail, allows a 2 1/2 hours walk, with many stops to see the amazing Giant Trees and surrounding forest. We will walk over 4 bridges over the forest canopy, ranging from 35 to 40 meters height. Excellent opportunity for observing birds, butterflies, and bromeliads of the rainforest canopy and become immersed in the splendor of the tropical rainforest. After the walk we will enjoy a typical lunch with a beautiful view of the Miravalles Volcano and the Nicaragua Lake.

Recommendations:  hiking shoes, light clothing, binoculars, camera and film.
Duration:  8 horas
Meals Included:  lunch
Price:  $89.00

PALO VERDE NATURE CRUISE

After a guided scenic drive through Sabanero (cow boy) Country to the put-in location, enjoy a two hour cruise on the Tempisque River being the nearest access to world famous Palo Verde National Park, home to hundreds of migrating water bird species. Among other creatures you might see monkeys, scarlet macaws, iguanas, crocodiles, caimans and occasionally smaller mammals on the river banks. Enjoy a visit as well to Guaitil Indigenous Artisans Village

Recommendations:  camera, binoculars, shorts, hat, sun block
Duration:  Full day
Meals Included:  Lunch
Price:  $85.00

ARENAL VOLCANO & HOT SPRINGS

Enjoy a guided drive through some extraordinary pastoral landscape and quaint villages where we will enjoy a typical lunch. As you approach the park, the view of the rainforest flanked Lake Arenal and its surrounding of what's to come. Enjoy a guided nature walk to a look out point to observe the magnificent Arenal Volcano. Afterwards, soothe and relax yourself in the hot springs before dinner and return to Guanacaste.

Recommendations:  camera, binoculars, swimsuit, change of clothes, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  full day
Meals Included: lunch and dinner
Price:  $109.00

RINCON DE LA VIEJA COMBO TOUR

This full day expedition features a guided visit to Guachipelín Lodge, next to Rincón De La Vieja National Park. On site, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the thrills of a canopy (zip line) tour through the Rio Blanco Canyon, a tubing adventure on the Río Negro River with class III rapids, horseback riding expedition to nearby waterfalls, previous to relax at a rustic spa featuring thermal waters, steam and mud bath.

Recommendations: camera, binoculars, long pants, swimsuit, change of clothes, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  full day
Meals Included: lunch
Price:  $119.00

TENORIO RIVER WHITE WATER RAFTING (CLASS III-IV)

Paddlers will be delighted with this wet & wild experience combined with lush riverside scenery. This tour include a rafting adventure on the Tenorio River (Class III-IV rapids) located near to the town of Cañas. The trip on the river lasts for about 4 hours and includes lunch on the river bank with sandwiches, fresh fruits, natural beverages and some snacks. At the end of the tour we will have a short 15 minutes walk to the buses before your drive back to the hotel.

Recommendations:  sun block, swimsuit, change of clothes, strap on sandals or shoes that can get wet, towel
Duration:  full day
Meals Included:  Lunch
Price:  $129.00

COLORADO RIVER WATER RAFTING (CLASS II)

At just 8 kilometers away from Liberia city, first time paddlers will be delighted with this wet and wild experience combined with lush riverside scenery. Tours are run on inflatable whitewater kayaks.

Recommendations:  sun block, swimsuit, change of clothes, strap on sanals or shoes that cabn get wet, towel
Duration:  full day
Meals Included:  Lunch
Price:  $89.00

CANOPY ADVENTURES

Featuring options on both the north-pacific coast and the slopes of the Rincón De La Vieja National Park, our canopy adventures allow visitors to glide from platform to platform while observing the flora and fauna typical to each of the areas visited. All tours are accompanied with professional guides providing top of the line equipment and security measures. Superb views of the coastline and/or forest!

Recommendations:  camera, binoculars, sun block, long pants, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  half day
Meals Included: lunch
Price:  $89.00

SANTA ROSA PARK NATURAL HISTORY & CULTURAL TOUR

Being our first National Park, this 49,515-hectare preserve, is famous for its 10 distinct habitats, including mangrove swamp, savanna, and oak forest, home of more than 250 bird species and 115 mammals. Guests will learn along with our naturalist guide the importance of this ecosystem as well about the history of La Casona -the nation's most cherished historic monument. The old hacienda-turned-museum alone is well worth the visit. On the way back enjoy a visit to Liberia City to learn more about the history of Guanacaste.

Recommendations:  Camera, binoculars, long pants, sun block, insect repellent, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  full day
Meals Included:  lunch
Price:  $69.00

COROBICI RIVER FLOATING EXPEDITION

A great experience for nature lovers! This floating adventure on rubber rafts over the Corobicí River allows visitors to observe the lush riverside bordered by Ceiba, Mahogany and Guanacaste trees. This is an excellent opportunity for bird watching and other wildlife observation.

Recommendations:  Is not recommended for claustrophobic people or afraid of the dark. Hiking shoes, camera, binoculars, shorts, hat, sun block.
Duration:  Full Day
Meals Included:  Lunch
Minimun age:  10 years old.
Price:  $95.00

BARRA HONDA CAVES EXPEDITION

Visit with your guide the unique Barra Honda National Park. We will start our exploration of the tropical dry forest by either hiking or on horseback up to the entrance of the caves. As we descent into the caves you will be in a surrealist underground setting, characterized by the constant sound of echoing drops and twisted shapes formed by hardened calcium. After wards, enjoy lunch and visit to Guaitil Indigenous Artisans Village.

Recommendations:  Is not recommended for claustrophobic people or afraid of the dark. Hiking shoes, camera, binoculars, shorts, hat, sun block. .
Duration:  Full Day
Meals Included:  Lunch.
Minimun age:  10 years old.
Price: $95.00

HORSEBACK RIDING TOURS

This tour combines an exhilarating horseback riding adventure along with unique natural settings on either the coastline or the mountain areas depending on your preference. Our coastline adventure allows visitors to explore at first hand the dry tropical forest while enjoying a horseback ride along with their guide. We will observe the mangroves of San Francisco while being surrounded by commonly seen animals such as howler monkeys, parrots and diverse aquatic birds. Otherwise, join us for an expedition to the slopes of the Rincón De La Vieja Volcano. Enjoy the feeling to horseback ride and walk through a primary forest along with a naturalist guide. The forest is home to monkeys, coatimundi and a great diversity of birds and butterfly species.

Recommendations:  camera, binoculars, long pants, sun block, insect repellent, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  half day
Meals Included:  lunch
Price:  $85.00.

GUAITIL POTTERY & SANTA CRUZ HISTORICAL CITY

Join us for a visit to Guaitil Village, where one of the most important Costa Rica's pottery-making heritages continues to be passed down between generations. Being descendants of the Chorotega Indians who lived in western Costa Rica before the Spanish came to settle in the country, most residents are dedicated to preserving the Chorotega culture by making pottery using the same methods and materials as their ancestors. Afterwards, visit the town of Santa Cruz, officially designated as the "folkloric city of Costa Rica", where you will learn about their legacy, culture and historical sites dating back to colonial times.

Recommendations: camera, binoculars, sun block, insect repellent, hiking shoes/boots
Duration:  half day
Meals Included:  Snacks
Price:  $49.00

MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST TOUR

This full day expedition features a guided visit to Monteverde Cloud Forest, located on the Tilarán mountain range. Upon arrival, join your guide for a nature walk through the cloud forest, with several different life zones that are characterized by different types of plants and animals. Within this area are more than 2,000 species of plants, 400 species of birds, and 100 different species of mammals. Afterwards, enjoy lunch previous to a visit to the Sky Walk, which is a complex of suspended bridges, platforms and paths, built within the Cloud Forest. This allows the observation of flora and fauna from ground level all the way to the top of the trees. Mid-afternoon, return to Guanacaste, stopping en-route for dinner.

Recommendations: camera, binoculars, hiking shoes/boots, light jacket
Duration:  full day
Meals Included:  lunch and dinner
Price:  $129.00

TURTLE NESTING TOUR (December through February)

Every night from December to February, one of the most amazing natural history tours in Costa Rica is available on the Guanacaste coast. This unforgettable adventure allows you to witness the nesting ritual of one of the largest reptiles on Earth: the leatherback sea turtle. These massive turtles drag themselves up onto the beach to lay their eggs at the same nesting site they have used for countless generations. Recommendations: insect repellent, comfortable shoes or sandals. Duration: half day Meals Included: Snacks

Recommendations: insect repellent, comfortable shoes or sandals.
Duration:  half day
Meals Included:  Snacks
Price:  $69.00

TAMARINDO ESTUARY ADVENTURE (Kayak or Boat)

This boat expedition explores a protected inland waterway, while enjoying magical ecosystem of the Tamarindo mangrove estuary and observing such interesting wildlife as howler monkeys and an array of birds. Sea kayaks are available as well, being a perfect place to learn the sport. The pace of this trip will be according to your abilities.

Recommendations: Sunscreen, swimming suit, beach sandals, insect repellent, camera & hat. Relatively good physical condition for kayaks
Duration:  half day
Meals Included:  Snacks
Price:  $75.00

SCUBA DIVING

From master dives to beginners, we can accommodate those whose adventrure goes beyond the beach. With over 20 dive sites to choose from, o8r dives can accommodate all experience levels. Catallinas Islands - Bat Islands - Night dives

Recommendations: sun block, swimsuit, change of cloths , trap on sandals or shoes that can get wet, towel
Duration: full day
Meals Included: lunch
Price:  $120.00

Above tours are offered when staying at hotels of the area.