Top Things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso
Things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso, Province of Alajuela: The Best Tours
Discover the best top things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso, Costa Rica including Finca tour in Río Celeste, Night walk + frog tour in Río Celeste, Tour to Río Celeste + Trail walk, bird watching and meals in our property., Tour to Río Celeste and our property with lodging and meals., Wildlife tour sloths and birds watching, Pure Nature Safari Float .
1. Finca tour in Río Celeste
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Finca Ecologica Garza del Sol is a familiar project, managed by local pioneers. The property is located at the foot of the Tenorio volcano which makes the place full of biodiversity, with frogs, birds and exuberant flora.
Inclusions: Fieldscope
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Reviewed By Mia_the_explorerr
I had a blast heading out to Rio Celeste. The tour starts at a Finca or private property with authentic Costa Rican breakfast- delicious I must add. Then the tour and driver takes you to the park to begin the tour and walk to Rio Celeste. My guide, Randal, was very informative. You can tell he knows a lot about nature which was great to have as a guide! The walk through the park was mesmerizing. It was my first tour and I couldn't stop saying "wow" the entire time. We left the Rio Celeste last and THAT blew my mind. The guide explained how and why it is Blue Celeste so it all made sense afterwards. It was just stunning to see if in front of your eyes. Beautiful blue! After the tour at the park, we went back to the Finca and ate lunch, provided there. Again, deliciously made. After lunch we had a small tour of the Finca and that was the end of the tour. It was an awesome tour, just as described. You can't pass up Rio Celeste and this tour does a great job!
2. Night walk + frog tour in Río Celeste
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
La Finca Ecologica Garza del Sol is a family project, managed by local pioneers. The property is located at the foot of the Tenorio volcano, which makes the place full of biodiversity, with frogs, birds and lush flora.
Inclusions: Lamps, Snacks
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Reviewed By Mia_the_explorerr
I had a blast heading out to Rio Celeste. The tour starts at a Finca or private property with authentic Costa Rican breakfast- delicious I must add. Then the tour and driver takes you to the park to begin the tour and walk to Rio Celeste. My guide, Randal, was very informative. You can tell he knows a lot about nature which was great to have as a guide! The walk through the park was mesmerizing. It was my first tour and I couldn't stop saying "wow" the entire time. We left the Rio Celeste last and THAT blew my mind. The guide explained how and why it is Blue Celeste so it all made sense afterwards. It was just stunning to see if in front of your eyes. Beautiful blue! After the tour at the park, we went back to the Finca and ate lunch, provided there. Again, deliciously made. After lunch we had a small tour of the Finca and that was the end of the tour. It was an awesome tour, just as described. You can't pass up Rio Celeste and this tour does a great job!
3. Tour to Río Celeste + Trail walk, bird watching and meals in our property.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
✅ Interactive tour to the park (Rio celeste) ✅ Local Guide ✅ Bird Feeders ✅ Trails ✅ Ponds ✅ Forest Creek ✅ Gardens ✅ Sugarcane tour ✅ Country life
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Entrada al parque nacional
Reviewed By joselynw2021
I just came from Rio Celeste and I still can't believe what I saw. It was a great experience. The place is so beautiful and full of nature. We spend the night at Finca Ecológica Garza del Sol. It is an amazing place. The owners are local, so they know the area really well. My daughter wanted to see the sloths and Diego went to see if the sloths were close. He couldn't find them at their place, but he immediately contacted a friend and took us to another place to see the sloths! That was amazing and for sure NOT expected! However, we loved it! The food at the restaurant was really good! we are Costa Ricans, so we expect local food to taste like LOCAL food! that was they gave us! We loved it! The cabins are amazing! close to the river, so you sleep really good hearing the sound of the water. Everything is as you see it in the pictures. No bad surprises, only good surprises
4. Tour to Río Celeste and our property with lodging and meals.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
✅ Interactive tour ✅ Local Guide ✅ Bird Feeders ✅ Trails ✅ Ponds ✅ Forest Creek ✅ Gardens ✅ Sugarcane tour ✅ Country life
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tickets to the National Park
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Reviewed By Mia_the_explorerr
I had a blast heading out to Rio Celeste. The tour starts at a Finca or private property with authentic Costa Rican breakfast- delicious I must add. Then the tour and driver takes you to the park to begin the tour and walk to Rio Celeste. My guide, Randal, was very informative. You can tell he knows a lot about nature which was great to have as a guide! The walk through the park was mesmerizing. It was my first tour and I couldn't stop saying "wow" the entire time. We left the Rio Celeste last and THAT blew my mind. The guide explained how and why it is Blue Celeste so it all made sense afterwards. It was just stunning to see if in front of your eyes. Beautiful blue! After the tour at the park, we went back to the Finca and ate lunch, provided there. Again, deliciously made. After lunch we had a small tour of the Finca and that was the end of the tour. It was an awesome tour, just as described. You can't pass up Rio Celeste and this tour does a great job!
5. Wildlife tour sloths and birds watching
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
We are located in the foothills of the Tenorio volcano. A place with impressive scenic beauty, with a rainy and cloudy forest, in which a special climate favors to be the best place for animal sighting, like: mammals, amphibians, birds, sloths and reptiles.
Inclusions: Rubber boots Available, Rain ponchos
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Reviewed By Mia_the_explorerr
I had a blast heading out to Rio Celeste. The tour starts at a Finca or private property with authentic Costa Rican breakfast- delicious I must add. Then the tour and driver takes you to the park to begin the tour and walk to Rio Celeste. My guide, Randal, was very informative. You can tell he knows a lot about nature which was great to have as a guide! The walk through the park was mesmerizing. It was my first tour and I couldn't stop saying "wow" the entire time. We left the Rio Celeste last and THAT blew my mind. The guide explained how and why it is Blue Celeste so it all made sense afterwards. It was just stunning to see if in front of your eyes. Beautiful blue! After the tour at the park, we went back to the Finca and ate lunch, provided there. Again, deliciously made. After lunch we had a small tour of the Finca and that was the end of the tour. It was an awesome tour, just as described. You can't pass up Rio Celeste and this tour does a great job!
6. Pure Nature Safari Float
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 8 reviews
Experience the tranquility of the forest as you float down the Frio River in a silent and stable raft, with minimal physical effort, while observing a wide variety of mammals, reptiles and birds.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks
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Reviewed By Hershbar
We really enjoyed our horseback riding experience at the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. Jarvin was our guide, and he was fantastic! 10 minutes into the ride and he spotted a sloth at the top of a tree. He was very knowledgeable about the wildlife, the biodiversity and the history behind the famous volcano. He was an excellent guide, very attentive and kind. The horses were calm. I can't think of a better way to get up close and take in that breathtaking view of that majestic volcano. Highly recommend this tour and Jarvin. Thoroughly enjoyable!
