Walk short rainforest trails with a local guide, spot sloths and toucans, then taste farm-made chocolate and coffee. This family-run finca blends hands-on cacao and coffee demos with wildlife viewing on an easy, full-day outing from Tamarindo.
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You step off the shaded farm lane into a humid green cathedral: bromeliads cup the light, orchids cling to trunks and a soft hush punctuated by bird calls follows your steps. The farm’s trails curve through a small patch of northern Costa Rican rainforest where two- and three-toed sloths move like slow clocks in the canopy and toucans flash color between branches.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours (total); ~1 hour on trails
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect short walks on uneven ground and brief standing during demonstrations
Wildlife
History
Smallholder cacao and coffee farming in this region dates to colonial and post-colonial eras when mixed agroforestry was favored for soil health and shade crops.
Conservation
The finca practices organic farming and shade-grown cacao/coffee techniques that preserve canopy cover and support local bird and amphibian populations.
Reserve your spot on the Wildlife rainforest Hiking sloths & Chocolate -Coffee tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early
Morning light brings more bird and sloth activity and cooler temperatures for the trail.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Trails are uneven and can be muddy—trail runners or hiking shoes protect ankles and grip roots.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes and small insects are common in understory areas—apply repellent before entering the forest.
Hydrate and pack light
The full tour spans most of the day and includes tastings—carry a refillable bottle and a small daypack.
Sturdy trail shoes
Protects your feet on muddy, uneven rainforest trails.
Light rain jacket
Quick showers are common during the wet season—keeps you dry without overheating.
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Insect repellent
Reduces bites in understory and around tasting areas.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration is important during warm, humid parts of the day; bottled water is provided but a refillable bottle is handy.
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