Bijagua Tour (Rainforest & Sloths)

Alajuela Province, Costa Rica



- Visit to Tenorio Volcano National Park, trail hike, and Río Celeste Waterfall. - Sloth tour (bilingual guide). - Coffee, Chocolate, and Sugarcane Tour (bilingual guide). - Transportation - Lunch

Overview

This full-day tour in Tenorio Volcano National Park suits nature lovers interested in wildlife, hiking, and local tours near Río Celeste, Costa Rica.

Highlights

  • Explore Tenorio Volcano National Park and Río Celeste Waterfall
  • Visit a local family farm to observe sloths, monkeys, toucans, frogs, and snakes
  • Tour the town of Bijagua with coffee, chocolate, and sugarcane plantation visits
  • Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch with access to a butterfly garden

Description

The tour begins with a hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park, home to the blue Río Celeste Waterfall. The easy trail takes approximately 90 minutes and is guided bilingually.

Next, visit a family-run farm to see sloths in their natural environment, as well as monkeys, snakes, toucans, and blue-jeans and red-eyed tree frogs.

Lunch is served nearby featuring a casado, a traditional Costa Rican dish. The lunch location also includes a butterfly garden where you can observe morpho butterflies.

After lunch, take part in a coffee, chocolate, and sugarcane tour in the town of Bijagua. Learn about traditional cultivation and processing methods, followed by tastings of each plantation product.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Guided visits to the volcano, waterfall, and local businesses
  • Sloth and wildlife tour at the family farm
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch
  • Coffee, chocolate, and sugarcane plantation tour with tastings

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring insect repellent. The best time to visit is during the dry season for easier hiking conditions. Book in advance to secure your spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can see sloths, monkeys, toucans, frogs, and snakes on the Bijagua Tour.
The tour takes place in Tenorio Volcano National Park and the town of Bijagua near Río Celeste in Costa Rica.
The Bijagua Tour is a full-day experience that includes hiking, wildlife observation, and visits to local plantations.
The tour involves hiking through rainforest trails, so a moderate fitness level is recommended for comfortable participation.
Yes, the tour includes visits to coffee, chocolate, and sugarcane plantations in Bijagua.
Yes, the tour includes a traditional Costa Rican lunch along with access to a butterfly garden.
The Río Celeste Waterfall is located within Tenorio Volcano National Park and is included in the hiking portion of the tour.
The tour is available year-round, but checking the website for current hours and seasonal conditions is recommended.
Basic hiking gear like comfortable shoes and insect repellent is recommended, but no special equipment is required.
Bijagua is accessible by road within Costa Rica, and transport options vary depending on your starting location; check with your tour provider for details.

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