NATURE WALK

I want to welcome you to the Nature Walk!

On this guided Nature Walk we will be explaining about the different areas we pass through and the flora and fauna we encounter. Let me tell you a bit about the area in general. We are at only 10 km from the Carara Biological Reserve which is part of an important ecological transition zone between Costa Rica 's drier northwest and more humid south.

Much of our 46 hectares of protected area is covered with transitional rainforest growing on steep slopes, and studded massive trees laden with vines and epiphytes.

Only a small part was farmed by the people who live over the hill for the last 40 years so this part is not a jungle, it is actually an agroforest.

An agroforest is a way of farming in harmony with nature. There are 15 varieties of fruit trees around you as well as trees that were planted to be harvested for wood. In this area you can find mango trees, banana plants, plantain, zapote tree and hardwood trees like the very valuable mahogany tree. Also worthwhile to mention are the cacao tree, chocolate is made from it's seeds, and the coyol palm from which a local wine is made.

On the Nature Walk I will be pointing out many interesting plants and trees to you, but I do need your help me to spot birds, insects and animals. So keep your eyes wide open!

When we cross the first bridge we enter the Transitional Rainforest and leave the Agroforest area behind.

At the end of the walk you will have learned about the leafcutter ants, bamboo, royal palm, teakwood, the strangler fig and many other trees and plants.

If we get lucky we will have seen toucans and perhaps even the scarlet macaw. Also we may encounter the white-faced capuchin monkeys, they are around when there are fruits near the tour.

Duration of the Nature Walk: approx. 30 min.

Price per adult: $10

Price per child 4 - 12 years: $8

Includes: guide, insect repellent and bottled water.

The Nature Walk can be taken every day from 8 am to 4 pm.

Guided tours are at 8 am , 11 am and 2 pm , selfguided tours are continuously (with a leaflet).
Please arrive before 3 pm to benefit from a full tour.
* Animal and bird viewing is best during the morning hours.