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A full-day tour from La Fortuna that pairs the surreal turquoise of Río Celeste with rainforest wildlife viewing and a visit to artisanal coffee and chocolate farms. Expect volcanic scenery, easy-to-moderate trails, and dedicated wildlife reserves focused on sloth observation.
A full-day tour from La Fortuna that pairs the surreal turquoise of Río Celeste with rainforest wildlife viewing and a visit to artisanal coffee and chocolate farms. Expect volcanic scenery, easy-to-moderate trails, and dedicated wildlife reserves focused on sloth observation.
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Operated by Sloth Land CR · Bijagua, Alajuela
You step off the van and the forest presses close—humid leaves brush your arms, birds chatter above, and somewhere ahead the river dares you with a color that looks almost unreal. Río Celeste threads through volcanic slopes in an impossible turquoise, a liquid that seems to glow against the dark rainforest.
moderate.
10–11 hours.
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness — you should be comfortable walking 3–5 km on uneven, sometimes steep trails and standing for wildlife viewing.
The tour is moderate: expect multiple short hikes and uneven terrain totaling a few kilometers; participants should have basic mobility and stamina for an all-day outing.
Sloths are commonly seen in the private reserve included on the tour, but sightings depend on timing and animal movement; guides increase the odds by visiting known feeding trees.
Swimming in Río Celeste is generally prohibited within the national park to protect the site and for safety; designated swimming spots are outside protected zones and only allowed where explicitly permitted.
Bring cash for small purchases, comfortable shoes for short walks on the plantation, and a sun hat — the farm visit is informal and often includes tastings and a short demonstration.
Local communities around Tenorio have farmed coffee and cacao for generations; smallholder agriculture and eco-tourism now coexist with national park protections.
Tenorio National Park protects the unique chemistry and forest that create Río Celeste; visitors are asked to stay on trails and avoid soaps or sunscreens in water to reduce contamination.
Sloth Land CR operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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