- Project Green Iguana This journey will take you to the
land of the Iguanas and to the garden of medicinal plants of the Kekoldi indigenous reservation. A long time ago, the green iguanas were a species in danger of extinction and the natives of the region decided to help them to survive by reproducing them in captivity. Learn how they are born, how they mature and then how they are liberated in their natural habitat.
- Cavalcade in Playa Negra: The cavalcade is a well-known horse trip on this famous beach known for its impressive black volcanic sand. You'll also visit a mountainous area near the Cahuita National Park, where you can combine the sun and the sea with the flora and fauna of the humid tropical forest. The trip includes refreshments. Be sure to bring long pants, a hat, insect repellent, and sun blocking lotion.
- Scuba Diving in Manzanillo: One of the preferred places by divers from all over the world, Manzanillo is known for waters rich in marine life and scenic beauty. Get ready to experience tropical fish of the Atlantic Ocean ! Includes two oxygen tanks, mask, vest and refreshment.
- "Snorkeling " in coral reefs and Cahuita National Park Tour takes place in a boat with glass bottom with maximum
capacity for eight people, in and near Cahuita National Park, only place in the world that possesses live ecosystems of sea and earth in every square meter. Includes entrance fees, "snorkeling" tour, lunch and refreshments. It is recommended you bring sandals, a hat, sunblock, and repellent lotion.
- In search of the dolphins: This touching adventure depends on climate and the tides in order to see the dolphins. We approach in a rustic canoe, navigating in near crystalline waters of the coast, along solitary and unexplored beaches. The Tucuxi dolphins (Sotalia Fluviatilis) have been seen and are often observed in the south part of the Atlantic coast. Although we see them frequently, they don't make guarantees they will always be there !
- Cahuita and National Park Puerto Vargas: The biggest town in the south part of the county of Limon is Cahuita where a natural path will take you to Puerto Vargas. The walk lasts about two hours. This national park was created to protect one of the last live coral reefs of Costa Rica . If you want to practice "snorkeling " during the walk we can make arrangements for you to do it.
- Gandoca-Manzanillo Wild life Refuge: An early morning trip will take
you to the the humid tropical forest with its gigantic trees more than 30 meters high, its mosses, lianas and epiphytes plants, as well as diverse fauna, and species including howling monkeys, toucanos, parrots and various small rodents.
- Hitoy and Cerere Indigenous Reserves: For adventure lovers, this trip offers a ride to a point near to an indigenous reservation. Then we tavel by foot to a beautiful waterfall with abundance of butterflies, birds and heliconias.
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Canotaje and diving in Punta Uva and Manzanillo:
Take a canoe and row to Punta Uva or Manzanillo, inside Gandoca Manzanillo wildlife reserve, which was created to protect a reef of coral 650 feet off of the coast, adorned by beautiful tropical fish of varied colors. A local guide will accompany you on a trip along the coast to find a coral reef for skindiving. Return to San Jose at the end of the day.
- Bicycle Tour through the Caribbean coast: We will take your bicycle to your hotel and a guide will be with you. It's best to bring water and supplies, although if the grocery in Cocles is open, we can stop there. We will drive through natural surroundings with colorful houses, Caribbean style. We will also see wonderful beaches of white sand in our journey to Almond trees and Corals, our final destination.
- Punta Uva: This is considered one of the ten most beautiful beaches of the world. Let us take a rest here, between the forest and the sand of the beach to enjoy the magnificent view.
- The Air Cable of the Crazy Monkey: Twelve platforms and three bridges with more than 1000 meters to travel. You can feel your adrenaline surge through your body. Observe the forest from the view of the trees and slip through the forest until your feet play in the golden sand of the beach ! This is where the forest joins with the sea.
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Costa Rica Rural Tours
Limon
PO Box 2535-3000 Heredia, Costa Rica
(506) 237-3400 from USA / (506) 262-1891 fax
