Bijagua: Rainforest & Blue River Swim from Guanacaste Hotels
Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover Bijagua on a slow-paced, small-group journey. Walk a private rainforest, swim in a blue river, enjoy local flavors, and travel comfortably with roundtrip transport from Guanacaste hotels.
Highlights
- Swim in a hidden blue river on private property, same color as Río Celeste
- Explore a private rainforest reserve near Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Avoid crowds with our private exclusive areas
- Savor a traditional Costa Rican lunch and coffee with a Costarican empanada
- Learn about the region’s rich biodiversity and native species
Description
After hotel pickup, travel toward the Bijagua region, stopping along the way at a local restaurant to enjoy Costa Rican coffee and a traditional empanada. Continue to a private rainforest reserve, where you’ll enjoy exclusive access to trails far from the crowds. Accompanied by a local guide, explore the forest slowly in a small-group setting, while learning about the region’s rich biodiversity, native species, and delicate ecosystem. After the walk, visit a hidden blue river on private property similar in color to Río Celeste ('Blue River' in Tenorio Volcano National Park), but allowing swimming in its refreshing waters. This peaceful setting offers time to relax, cool off, and enjoy nature at your own rhythm. The experience ends with a traditional Costa Rican lunch before returning to your hotel, reflecting on a day focused on nature, local culture, and meaningful connections with the rainforest, away from the crowds.Includes
Round Trip AC Transportation Bilingual Tour guide Access to private trails (entrance fee included) Swimming in the hidden blue river Costa Rican coffee and Traditional empanada Traditional Costa Rican lunch with natural Juice Bottled waterImportant Information
- The rainforest trail is around 1 hour (depending on the group's rythm). Sunscreen is recommended for sun protection. Insect repellent is highly recommended. A camera is great for capturing memories. Wear comfortable closed shoes for walking. Bring extra clothes for changing after swimming. Weather conditions can impact the activities and overall experience.