Spend a full day tracking sloths in the canopy, swimming at Llanos de Cortés waterfall, and sampling local coffee and chocolate — all capped by a traditional Costa Rican lunch. This guided loop gives high chances of wildlife sightings with comfortable transport and interpretive stops.
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You step out of the air‑conditioned van and the rainforest reaches for you — humid leaf litter underfoot, the distant rumble of a waterfall daring you to follow, and a guide already scanning the canopy with binoculars. On this full‑day loop from coastal or inland accommodations, the landscape alternates between lowland river corridor and volcanic foothills where sloths hang motionless and toucans flash color between branches.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; mostly easy walking with some brief uneven terrain and optional swim at the waterfall.
Wildlife
History
Coffee and cacao cultivation have been central to rural Costa Rican life here for a century, shaping smallholder economies and local foodways.
Conservation
Stay on marked trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and support local guides—sustainable tourism helps protect forest corridors and wildlife habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Sloth, Waterfall, Chocolate and Coffee tour including lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a water bottle
Carry at least 1–2 liters in a reusable bottle to stay hydrated during warm parts of the day.
Sturdy, grippy shoes
Trails and rocks around the waterfall can be slippery—closed‑toe shoes with traction are recommended.
Insect protection
Apply DEET or picaridin and consider long sleeves during the wet season to limit bites.
Respect wildlife distance
Use binoculars and refraining from touching or feeding animals keeps both you and the animals safe.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated over the 8‑hour day and reduces plastic waste.
Quick‑dry clothing and light rain jacket
Protects from tropical showers and dries quickly after a waterfall swim.
summer
Sturdy hiking shoes with grip
Provides traction on slippery river rocks and muddy forest trails.
Binoculars or zoom lens
Helps you spot sloths, toucans and distant monkeys in the canopy.