Full-Day Río Celeste Hike & Sloth Tour from Playa del Coco
Pair Río Celeste’s blue waters with a search for wild sloths
Duration
8 hrs
Includes
Transport, guide, lunch
Highlights
Explore Costa Rica’s rainforest on an active, guided outing that combines national park trails with a private nature reserve. Look for wildlife in its natural habitat, with sightings never guaranteed and the river’s blue intensity varying with rainfall.
Itinerary
Accompanied by a professional nature guide, embark on a challenging 3- to 4-hour hike through the tropical rainforest. The trail includes significant elevation changes, stairs, roots, rocks, and potentially muddy or slippery sections, making this experience ideal for active travelers with a good level of physical fitness. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating information about the rainforest ecosystem, its biodiversity, native plants, and the wildlife that inhabits this protected area. Discover some of Río Celeste’s most remarkable natural attractions, including its spectacular waterfall, the beautiful Blue Lagoon, and other scenic points along the trail. You may also visit Los Teñideros, where two clear streams meet and a natural mineral reaction creates the river’s distinctive sky-blue appearance. The accessible attractions and itinerary may vary according to weather conditions and current park regulations. The adventure continues with a guided nature walk through a private rainforest reserve, where you will search for wild sloths, colorful tree frogs, butterflies, tropical birds, and other native species in their natural habitat. After exploring the rainforest, enjoy an authentic Costa Rican lunch with several options available.
What's Included
- Professional bilingual nature guide
- Round-trip transportation from selected pickup areas
- Bottled water
Important details
- A good level of physical fitness is required for a challenging 3- to 4-hour hike with significant elevation changes, stairs, roots, rocks, and potentially muddy or slippery terrain
- Admission to Tenorio Volcano National Park is not included in the listed price; you'll pay it separately
- Access to attractions and the route may change because of weather, trail conditions, park restrictions, or safety considerations
- Be ready at the property’s confirmed pickup point on time
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the scheduled tour. Cancellations within 48 hours of departure and no-shows are non-refundable.
Product ID: S4P7AJ
FAQs
The tour includes round-trip transportation from accommodations in Playa Flamingo, Playa Potrero, Las Catalinas, Playas del Coco, Playa Tamarindo, and Liberia.
Wear lightweight, quick-drying clothing and closed-toe hiking shoes or sneakers with good traction. Bring a rain jacket or lightweight poncho, insect repellent, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, a reusable water bottle, and any necessary medication. Pack a waterproof phone case or dry bag, extra socks or dry clothes, and binoculars for wildlife viewing. Bring your booking confirmation and valid identification if required.
Meeting details
Special Places of Costa Rica