Area Attractions
Costa Rica Adventure
Let Selva Verde Lodge be your Sarapiquí area headquarters. We can help you arrange day trips to these nearby Costa Rican riches.
La Selva Biological Station
A living laboratory, adjacent to the Braulio Carrillo National Park, La Selva occupies over 3,500 acres of virgin rainforest. Twice daily guided hikes open the door to a rarely seen ecosystem where 1,000 types of trees, 420 bird species, and two-thirds of the nation's mammals thrive.
Adult Rate: $28.00
Child Rate: $20.00 from 5-12 years
Transportation: $30.00
Arenal Volcano and National Park
The typical cone shaped volcano in Arenal is the centerpiece of the National Park. Explore second growth rainforest on lava-encrusted trails to witness the power of the volcano, the tenacity of nature, and magnificence of Arenal Lake.
Adult & Child Rate: $125.00
Venado Caves
Only the brave at heart dare enter the murky depths of Venado Caverns in an hour and a half long spelunking tour. Once submerged below the ocean's surface, the cave's chambers are made of calcium and lime deposits embedded with ancient marine fossils. During most of the year, a stream of runoff water creates an adventurous and wet trail from beginning to end.
Adult & Child Rate: $15.00
Transportation: $180.00
La Virgen de Socorro
Well off the beaten path, La Virgen de Socorro offers the best to bird and butterfly enthusiasts seeking tropical species of limited distribution. This relaxing hike is an easy way to enjoy the beautiful countryside while spotting riparian and mid-elevation species near Volcan Barva on the western edge of Braulio Carrillo National Park.
Full Day with Private Guide & Transportation: $170.00
1-4 passengers from 6:00am - 5:00pm
(Transfer $70.00 Guide $100.00)
*Please keep in mind that the private birding guide is $100 net for a ½ day or full day
Poás Volcano and National Park
Located a short 40-minute drive north of San Jose, a beautiful cloud forest opens to the scenic lookout over Laguna Botos, the cerulean-colored lake perched in the crater of Poas Volcano. This easily accessible volcano offers safe and close vantages of volcanic activity surrounded by rainforest in various stages of regrowth.
Adult & Child Rate: $7.00
Transportation: $90.00
La Fortuna Waterfall
Hike nearly 230 feet down a steep mountain trail to the bottom of the falls and enjoy a riverside picnic or swim in the refreshing waters at the base of La Fortuna waterfall. For added excitement, enjoy the scenic countryside on horseback to the park entrance.
Adult & Child Rate: $125.00
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Stunning waterfalls connected by well-groomed nature trails are the highlight of these beautiful gardens. Other attractions include a Butterfly Observatory and Hummingbird Gardens where 24 species of these diminutive avifauna can be seen.
Adult Rate: $25.00 (with lunch $37.00)
Child (5-12 yrs) Rate: $ 15.00 (with lunch $21.00)
Transportation: $75.00 round trip
Additional Day Trips
Banana Plantation Visit
$7.00 per person
Groups of 1 to 15 people pay $100.00, after 15 additional people pay $7.00 per person
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Transportation- $ 60.00
No entrance fee
Chocolate Tour at Tirimbina Reserve
Adult Rate: $15.00
Child Rate: $10.00 CH from 5 to 12 Years
Transportation: $15.00
Duration 2 hours
Pineapple Tour
$15.00 per person
Transportation roundtrip $10.00
Tirimbina Rainforest Reserve (Sarapiquí Neotropical Center)
$17.00 per person
Transportation: $15.00
Duration 2 hours
Serpentarium
Adult Rate: $6.00
Child Rate (from 4-12 years): $4.00
Duration 1 hour
