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Spend a relaxed 3–4 hours searching the treetops around Arenal for two- and three-toed sloths, with a bilingual naturalist, spotting scope, and hotel pickup included. Small groups and roadside viewing make this an accessible wildlife outing for most travelers.
Spend a relaxed 3–4 hours searching the treetops around Arenal for two- and three-toed sloths, with a bilingual naturalist, spotting scope, and hotel pickup included. Small groups and roadside viewing make this an accessible wildlife outing for most travelers.
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Operated by Callidryas Tours · La Fortuna, Alajuela
Fog lifts off the rainforest and you roll slowly down the road toward the slopes of Arenal; bromeliads drip from branch tips and the canopy seems to lean in to watch you pass.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for most travelers; minimal walking and low-impact stops make this accessible even for those with light mobility limitations.
The tour lasts about 180–240 minutes and includes hotel pickup/drop-off, a bilingual naturalist, spotting scope/binoculars, water, and a Costa Rican coffee break (except on some schedules).
Sightings are frequent but not guaranteed; guides know preferred trees and areas, so patience and timing (early morning or late afternoon) improve your chances.
Yes—children can participate with an adult and the outing requires only minimal walking from the vehicle, making it suitable for most mobility levels.
Bring a light rain jacket, camera with zoom, insect repellent, and comfortable closed-toe shoes; binoculars are helpful though a spotting scope is provided.
La Fortuna and the Arenal area expanded as a tourist region after volcanic activity in the 1960s and 1970s shifted local economies toward ecotourism and conservation.
Responsible viewing and small-group tours help reduce disturbance; staying on roads and following guide instructions limits impact on fragile canopy communities.
Callidryas Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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