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  • Our best tour in Costa Rica! I am a bird lover, and booked the early bird watching tour through Pura Vida Tours. They picked me up by 5:00 in the morning and drove for 15 minutes to get to the rain forest by the National Park. My guide (Javier) was great; he pointed out so many birds, and even made some strange noises to attract them! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and professional. I highly recommend this tour, as well as Pura Vida Tours, they really provide excellent service.Published 23 feb 2010 - kulasito
  • great day with pura vida! i did the all day combo/adventure tour with pura vida and it was a great day! it started early - got picked up at 7am and didnt get dropped off until 10pm - but it went by so fast! it started on the hanging bridges, then on to the la fortuna waterfall, lunch in la fortuna, hiking at arenal, watching for lava (which we saw!), then to the hot springs. our guide was so knowledgable about everything costa rica - the plants, animals, culture, everything - and didnt mind the gazillion questions that we asked. everything was perfect! Published 26 ene 2010 - carolinah2137
  • Exceptional experience! My boyfriend and I just got back from touring Costa Rica. While in La Fortuna, we booked a tour to the hanging bridges, La Fortuna waterfall, and a sunset hike at the Arenal Volcano with Pura Vida tours. Our guide was Javier, a former biology teacher. He will tell you that he only speaks 'un poquito' english, but it is near perfect. He was very engaging and knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. He helped us take pictures of birds from far away through his binoculars. At the very beginning of our volcano hike there was an absolutely miserable downpour and we were all completely soaked. I think that most of us on the tour were considering not completing the hike, but Javier convinced us to and the rain stopped in 10 minutes, the sun came out, and the hike was well worth it. The tour was very prompt and professionally run. I would seek out Javier for other tours if we go back (especially Rio Celeste!) - he really seems to love his job and meet new people. Highly recommended!! Published 18 ene 2010 - puppy_doc
  • Excellent service for my student tour group I connected with Pura Vida Tours several years ago when I first started bringing my college student group to Costa Rica for an ecological study tour. I will be using them for the fourth time this year. They have consistently provided me with great service organizing activities. They also provide knowledgeable, well spoken English speaking guides. Published 10 nov 2009 - Toad_seeker

Tours Guanacaste
Arenal Volcano and Coter Rainforest.
Arenal Volcano
We leave from your hotel early in the morning. We will enjoy the beautiful landscape that offers the prairies of the Arenal Lake. We will be arriving to the Cóter Forest Reserve and we will begin an unforgettable walk in the tropical rainforest, accompanied by a naturalist guide with excellent knowledge of the area. In the trail we will observe and learn about the great variety of flora, characteristic of this forest. We will conclude the journey with a delicious lunch in Ecolodge. After relaxing ourselves for a few minutes, we will continue our journey toward Tabacón Spa, where we will enjoy the thermal water and its incomparable beauty. The imposing Arenal Volcano will keep us waiting for an unexpected eruption that we can admire in any moment. Early at night we will begin our trip back to Guanacaste.
It includes: Transport, bilingual guide, admission fees, lunch and dinner.
Bring: Comfortable shoes for the walk, sweater, insect repellent, camera, swimming suit and towel.
Duration: This is a full day trip and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of two people. 



Arenal Volcano at Night
Volcán ArenalWe will start at the lowlands of Guanacaste and then we will ascend to the highlands of this province where we will have lunch in the locality of Tilarán while we enjoy the daily lifestyle of this town. Lately we will continue to the spa where the relaxing thermal water at the foothill of the imposing Arenal Volcano. After two hours of enjoying the beauty of the place and it´s natural attractiveness we will have dinner while we contemplate a nice view to the volcano.



It includes: Transport, bilingual guide, entrance to the spa, lunch and dinner.
Bring:Comfortable shoes, sweat shirt, insect repellant, camera, swimming suite and towel.
Duration:Approximately 2 hours.
This tour takes the entire day and it is operated in the morning with a minimun of two people.



Safari Float on the Corobicí River
Corobici RiverWe leave from your hotel early in the morning. After a journey through the towns of Guanacaste we will arrive to the Corobicí River, where our adventure will begin on its waters in a completely natural atmosphere. Inflatable boats will be our mean of transport on the calm waters of the river. During the trip we will observe aquatic birds and we will have the possibility to admire the monkeys, crocodiles, among other species of the rich fauna of the river. The class one rafting trip will take us to the Tenorio River, one of the best places to observe the "Chocuaco" (Boat Billed Heron), if nature allows it! Then we will go to the restaurant where a delicious lunch will be waiting for us.
It includes:Transport, bilingual naturalist guide, trip on the river, safety equipment and lunch.
Bring:Swimming clothes, sandals, comfortable clothes, towel, extra clothes, suntan lotion and camera.
Duration:Approximately 7 hours.
Note: This trip takes the entire day and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of 2 people. 
Signing a waiver is required.



Hanging bridges in the Extravaganza Rain Forest
Rain ForestThat day we will go to the foothill of the Tenorio Volcano. In the paths of a private reserve, we will participate in a vigorous walk in the rain forest where we will have the opportunity to observe the nature in a different way when crossing four hanging bridges during the trip.
The interior of the forest will delight us with the giant ferns, centennial trees and exotic plants. At the end of the walk we will pass to the restaurant to enjoy a typical lunch; and if the weather allows it, we will have the opportunity to appreciate the majestic view to the Lake of Nicaragua.
It includes: Transport, bilingual guide, entrance to the reserve and lunch.
Bring:Comfortable shoes, extra clothes, insect repellent, camera and poncho.
Duration: Approximately 8 hours.
Signing a waiver is required.
This trip is not recommended for people with heart problems. 
This is a complete day trip and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of two people.



Authentic trip to the Miravalles Valley
The macadamia tour in the “La Anita Farm” not only reveals the secrets of the most exotic nut of the world, but also shows impressive views of three volcanoes of Costa Rica. We will have the opportunity to observe countless species of tropical birds, to experience the dramatic climatic change between the tropical dry forest and the tropical humid forest and the dynamic geological history of this region at our feet. It will conclude with an authentic and delicious Costa Rican lunch. In the trip through the macadamia plantation we will discover what it makes the "Queen of the nuts" so spectacular. We will also delight ourselves with the homemade Macadamia nougat; a delicious way to remember your trip to Costa Rica. On the way back enjoy the Costarican creativity when we stop at an art gallery.
It includes: Transport, bilingual guide, tractor ride through the macadamia plantation and lunch.
Bring: Fresh clothes, camera, hat, insect repellent and sun block lotion.
Duration:Approximately 8 hours
This is a complete day tour and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of 2 people.



Mega Combo Tour
The visit to the north sector of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and the stayed in one of the best mountain lodges of the area of Guanacaste integrates the perfect trip to enjoy a variety of activities. The Canopy Tour consists on visiting the humid forest in a not very usual way; equipped with harness and a qualified group of guides. They will show us adventure and fun along the ten cables and platforms located in trees of more than 100 years of age. A waterslide of 400 m of length located in the forest will be the fountain of youth's for adults and kids. Afterwards we will enjoy a delicious typical Costa Rican lunch that reflects the best in our cuisine. A horseback ride or tractor ride will transport us to the spa of thermal water located in a natural atmosphere, where we will apply ourselves a treatment of volcanic mud that with its healing properties will leave our skin with a touch of youth´s. Unquestionably we will feel part of that natural and relaxing atmosphere.
It includes: Transport bilingual guide, safety equipment, horseback ride or tractor ride, thermal water, water slide, waterfall and lunch.
Bring: Swimming suite, comfortable shoes, camera, and light clothes, insect repellent.
Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years neither people with heart problems.
Signing a waiver is requested.
This tour takes the entire day and it is operated in the morning with a minimum of 2 people.



Palo Verde National Park
Palo Verde National ParkA journey through the rivers Tempisque and Bebedero will take us to border the Palo Verde National Park, an area compound primarily of mangroves. This is one of the richest places of the country to observe aquatic birds, because the park is the favorite place of many migratory birds that escape from the cold winters of North and South America. The density of the area gives place to a rich variety of mammals, amphibians and reptiles, among them the famous crocodiles. 
An expert naturalist guide will explain us all about this park that is a great oasis of the Guanacaste lowlands. When concluding our trip on the river, we will go to have lunch y the river side.
In the afternoon we will take you back to the hotel.
It includes:Transport, bilingual guide, boat ride and lunch.
Bring:Light clothes, camera, hat and sun block lotion.
Duration: Approximately 8 hours.
This trip takes the entire day and it is only operated in the mornings with a minimum of two people.



Canopy Tour
Canopy Tour We will pick you up at your hotel to take you on a trip through some small towns of the area until we arrive to the special place where we will begin our adventure. The staff will provide you security equipment that will transport us on the cables that spam the canopy of the trees, rivers and creeks. 
In between one cable to the other there will be platforms where we will stop to observe the surrounding, the tropical dry forest. If Mother Nature allows it, even the howler monkeys will join us on this unforgettable experience. 

It includes:Transport, bilingual guides, safety equipment, admission fee and soft drinks.
Bring:Long pants, light clothes, insect repellent and camera.
Duration: Approximately 4 hours.
It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years.
Signing a waiver is requested.
This trip is not advisable for people with heart problems.



Rincon de la Vieja National Park.
Rincon de la Vieja National Park.After taking a trip by some towns and mountains, we will arrive to one of the most beautiful national parks of Costa Rica. Rincon de la Vieja has a volcano in activity and a variety of ecosystems that include the tropical dry forest, the cloud forest and a tropical humid forest. The biodiversity of this park is one of the most important attractiveness of Guanacaste.
 An active walk will show us the most interesting in this forest, including volcanic activity in form of fumaroles and the famous "volcancito"(little volcano), a miniature volcano that shows its activity.
Looking for fauna is not less important, because the variety of wildlife that lives in the park may surprise us anytime. Right after the walk we will have a delicious and authentic lunch that reflects the best of our cuisine.
It includes:Transport, bilingual guide, entrance to the park and lunch.
Bring: Comfortable shoes, fresh clothes, insect repellent and camera.
Duration:Approximately 8 hours.
This trip takes the entire day and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of two people.



Tour to Nicaragua
The Masaya National Park and it´s museum offer the opportunity to observe an active volcano and to appreciate the view the immense crater while standing at the edge of it. We will learn about the wild life and vegetation of this park. After visiting this active volcano we will continue toward the colorful market of Masaya, with a great collection of crafts and unique art pieces that will be the biggest witness of your visit to the Beautiful Nicaragua. Look for the colorful ceramic artifact, leather, carved wood, hammocks, and typical paintings in coral. In this market we will be able to find any quantity of unimaginable objects. 
Then we will go to the colonial city of Granada, been founded in 1524 by the conqueror Hernández de Córdoba. Granada is one of the first cities been founded in the American continent. Its Spanish churches and convent have been witness for centuries of wars, invasions and erosions that preserve their beauty and historical legacy. San Francisco's convent contains the largest collection in sculptural stones of the first Americans that lived in this area before the Spaniards. Its Baroque style buildings contrast with those of Renaissance style built around the beautiful landscape of the central square, that resemble the Spaniard cities of the XVI century. A delicious Nicaraguan style lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
It includes:Migratory taxes of Costa Rica and Nicaragua, transport, 2 bilingual guides, time for purchases in the Market of Masaya, visit to the City of Granada with entrance to two museums, visit and entrance to the Masaya Volcano Park National, breakfast and lunch.
Bring:Passport, comfortable shoes, light clothe, insect repellent and camera.
Duration: Approximately 14 hours.
This trip takes the entire day and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of ten people on Wednesday and Friday only.



Marvels of Costa Rica
Marvels of Costa RicaThe Palo Verde National Park is a wildlife sanctuary. This refuge offers the opportunity to observe crocodiles, monkeys and thousands of birds. The visit to this park is extremely recommended to those who really love nature. The park is compound of diverse life zones, rivers and a lake that is formed in the rainy season.
One hour later we will make an interesting stop at the Matambú Coffee Processing Plant where we will be able to observe since the seeding of the crop and the treatment and recycling of the waste. We will know about the unique production of coffee in Guanacaste area; and the cultural values of the indigenous and farmers of the area; and off course you will be able to taste de delicious Diriá Coffee. Definitively a tour for coffee lovers!
It includes: Transport, bilingual guide, entrance to the coffee tour, boat ride and lunch.
Bring: Light clothes, camera and hat.
Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
The sequence of the tour will depend on the tide.
This trip takes the entire day and it is operated with a minimum of 10 people.



Horseback ride and Nature
Cabalgata y NaturalezaGet ready to experience an unique horseback ride. The properties of Guanacaste are places to ride through time and nature. Get ready to get dressed as a sabanero (cow boy of Guanacaste), and to ride over beautiful places and imposing forests, inhabited by great quantity of birds and mammals. Impressive views wait for you on top of the hills, after riding over authentic villages of Guanacaste. 
At the end you will enjoy a delicious Costa Rican style drink.



It includes:Transport, bilingual guides, equipment and a delicious lunch.
Bring:Long pants, towel, suntan lotion, hat, and camera, insect repellent, binoculars and extra clothes.
Duration:Approximately 7 hours.
Signing a waiver is required.
It is not recommended for children younger than 4 years. 
This trip takes the entire day and it is operated in the mornings with a minimum of two people.






 
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