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PURA VIDA EXPEDITIONS
Hiking Tours
Curú Wildlife Refuge is located in the southeastern region of the Nicoya Peninsula on the west coast of Costa Rica. Established in 1933 by Federico Schutt, Curú was the first private Wildlife Reserve in Costa Rica and functions as a successful sustainable development program. The area is abundant with a rich diversity of wildlife and contains five distinct ecosystems ranging from marine, mangrove, tropical dry forest, wet forest and farmland, including Quesera, Poza Colorada and Playa Curú beaches.
Containing more than 232 species of birds, 78 species of mammals, 87 reptiles, 25 amphibians and 500 species of plants, this wildlife refuge successfully combines sustainable agriculture, forestry management and wildlife protection in addition to eco-tourism, and provides easy access for the environmentally conscious tourist to enjoy the abundance on offer.
CURU WILDLIFE REFUGE GUIDED HIKE
Join our professional guide for a hike through this beautiful wildlife refuge and witness some of the diverse delights it has to offer. The most prominent animals that you'll see are Monkeys, both White Face and Howler, Iguanas, White Tail Deer, and Pizote (Coati).
What's included:
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Transportation
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Professional guide
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Curu Wildlife Refuge entrance fees
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Fruit, soft drinks and water
Why not add a horseback ride to your tour for an additional $20 for 1-hour, and $35 for 3-hours?
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Tour length: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 3 people
MONTEZUMA WATERFALL
If you enjoy hiking this is a great tour with a fabulous destination. We'll drive to Montezuma and you and your guide will hike the riverbed to the incredible waterfalls. Once you arrive you can enjoy a swim in the cool sparkling water and soak up the beautiful scenery. Then enjoy a cool beer in town.
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What's included:
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Fruit, soft drinks and water
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Tour length: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 2 people
CURU NATIONAL PARK & TORTUGA ISLAND
The best of both worlds. With our experienced guide, we'll hike through this stunning park on the lookout for a variety of wildlife. Then we'll head over to Tortuga Island for lunch and snorkeling.
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What's included:
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Transportation
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Professional guide
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Curu Wildlife Refuge entrance fees
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Lunch, soft drinks and water
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Tour length: 8 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 4 people