8-Day Pura Vida Eco-Adventure
From under the sea off the shores of Playa Hermosa to high in the canopies and forests of Rincón de la Vieja and Cerro Pelado, this holistic ecotourism adventure shares with travelers all the ways to experience the pura vida that Costa Rica is famous for. Guided by local Tico and licensed tour guide, Ronald M.C., this 8-day adventure provides travelers with one of the most culturally authentic ways to experience Northern Costa Rica - from iconic, world-famous waterfalls to hidden gems only Ticos know about - and ensures your ecotourism enriches the local community.
Day 2 - Snorkel & Fish at Playa Hermosa
After a complimentary breakfast at the hotel, Ronald and you head to the beach where you'll check into Huertares Hotel & Villas to drop off your belongings. Partnering with Sea Life Sport Fishing Papagayo, board a boat off the coast of Playa Hermosa to spend the late morning on a marine eco-tour! Pass cultural sights like Roca de Bruja and spot marine life - usually whales or dolphins - before trying your hand at fishing or snorkeling local reefs. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the delicious beachfront restaurant, Aquasport, where seafood lovers can indulge in fresh, uniquely prepared ceviche that is unlike any other around!
Transportation: 42 minutes
42 min drive from Liberia to Playa Hermosa
Excursions walkable from hotel
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 3 - Hike Las Pailas + Las Chorreras & La Leona Waterfalls
Head to the rainforests of Rincon de la Vieja! After settling into your accommodation in Curubandé, Tiquisia Lodge, embark on a 19-minute drive to the Rincon de la Vieja National Park and hike Las Pailas and Las Chorreras Waterfall. In the early afternoon, return to a late lunch prepared at Tiquisia. After lunch, embark again on a mild Flora y Fauna nature tour with Ronald on your way to swim and explore the famous La Leona Waterfalls.
Dinner at the iconic, instagram-worthy culinary gem, Cañas Dulces Mirador.
Transportation: 1 hour 42 minutes
58 min drive from Playa Hermosa to Tiquisia Lodge
19 min drive from Tiquisia to Las Pailas & Las Chorreras
La Leona walkable from Tiquisia
25 min drive from Tiquisia to Cañas Dulces Mirador
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 1 - Welcome to Liberia, Guanacaste!
On arrival at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, Guanacaste, Ronald Morales Centeno meets you and accompanies you to Hotel Wilson, where he helps you check in and accommodates any needs for settling in. Once settled, enjoy a relaxed, evening tour of downtown Liberia for dinner and pictures at the downtown city square. This is his hometown - so he knows the best nightlife around, from Palivicini Rock Pub to Palermo Sports Bar and more.
Transportation: 30 minutes
20 min drive from airport to hotel
10 min drive from hotel to city center
Meals included:
None
Day 4 - Rincón de la Vieja Adventure Tour
After enjoying a home-cooked breakfast con coffee at Tiquisia Lodge, Ronald takes you to Rincón de la Vieja for a day full of adventure. Partnering with Guachipelin's renowned adventure tours, let out your adrenaline on the Adventure Combo Tour, where you spend the day getting a little taste of everything: canopy zipline, tubing, & horseback riding. Afterwards, feel free to explore the grounds and enjoy dinner at one of Guachipelin's gastronomy options.
Transportation: 18 minutes
18- minute drive between Tiquisia and Guachipelin
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 5 - Rincón de la Vieja Hot Springs & Mud Baths
In the morning, enjoy a home-cooked breakfast with coffee and relax in the serenity of the wildlife sights and sounds surrounding you. Dedicated as a recoup and pick-your-own adventure day, spend the day in Guachipelin, soaking sore muscles in the hot springs and mud baths, taking advantage of the spa treatments available or – for the adrenaline junkies - get on another adventure tour. There are multiple gastronomy options on the grounds to try, including a single-origin Costa Rican artisanal coffee shop and café. Based on the consensus of the group, Ronald can take you on a 30 minute flora y fauna tour to the grounds or drive 18 minutes.
(This package only includes access to Hot Springs + Mudbaths and Lunch. Any Spa treatments, adventures, other gastronomy, etc. are paid directly to the hotel).
Transportation: 18 minutes
18- min drive from Guachipelin to Tiquisia
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 6 - Hike Llanos del Cortés & Cerro Pelado
After breakfast at Tiquisia, jump in a short car ride to Llanos del Cortes and hike the waterfalls before enjoying an intimate lunch at Restaurante Casa Tamarindo in Bagaces. In the afternoon, you will journey to another forest to hike 700 meters to the top of Cerro Pelado and take in the vast landscape, culminating in an unparalleled sunset over Guanacaste. On the decline down, explore the nightlife on a night-time flora y fauna tour. Dinner in Cañas at the discretion of group. There are a few options.
Transportation: 2 hour 45 minutes
39-min drive from Tiquisia to Llanos del Cortés
47-min drive from Llanos del Cortés to Cerro Pelado
28-min drive from Cerro Pelado to Cañas
51-min drive from Cañas to Tiquisia
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch TBD
Day 7 - Rico Shopping in Liberia
After a homecooked breakfast in your accommodation and some last R&R amidst the nature, say goodbye to Rincon de la Vieja and return to Hotel Wilson in Liberia where you'll spend the afternoon souvenir shopping in mindfully selected artisan shops for authenticity and culture. Lunch is light grazing of local food vendors. For you last night, enjoy a Costa Rican BBQ with some festive dancing and nightlife.
Transportation: 25 minutes
25-min drive from Tiquisia to Liberia
Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 8 - Hasta Luego!
After breakfast, Ronald you picks up and bids you hasta luego at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR).
Pricing
Group of 6
Group of 4
Solo Traveler
Group of 6+
$1950 / person
$1350 / person
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Eco-Adventure includes all transportation, accommodations, excursions, listed meals, private tour guide, and select Costa Rica Wild Guide merch.
Exclusions are: airfare, select meals, souvenirs, etc.
Group of 2
$2250 / person
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Base Tour per Day
(up to 6 people)
Tour Pricing
160 USD
84,000 CRC
Premium Activity per Person
50-110 USD
26,000 - 57,270 CRC
Private Car
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excludes premium activity
in addition to Base Tour