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PURA VIDA EXPEDITIONS
Land & 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?
Tour length: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 3 people
Price:
$65 pp, no ride
$85 pp, 1-hr ride
$100 pp, 3-hr ride

LA PAZ WATERFALL GARDENS
HALF-DAY
Waterfall Gardens Half-Day tour is ideal for travelers with limited time. La Paz Waterfall Gardens is a private park dedicated to the conservation and rescue of wild animals. Currently, the complex is 21 years old and has more than 110 species of animals. It's only an hour from San Jose which makes it ideal for travelers with afternoon flights from San Jose airport.
What's included:
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Transportation with free local pick-up
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Specialized bilingual tour guide
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Entrance fees
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Lunch and water
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Pick-up from San Jose: Additional $140
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For Private Tours: FREE pick up from San Jose†
Tour length: 5 hours
Minimum participants: 2 people
*Private tour: 4 people maximum†
Price:
$115 pp
$675 (private tour*)

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.
What's included:
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Fruit, soft drinks and water
Tour length: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 2 people
Price:
$100 pp

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.
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
Tour length: 8 hours (approximately)
Minimum participants: 4 people
Price:
$100 pp

COMBO ARENAL VOLCANO + WATERFALL + HANGING BRIDGES + HOT SPRINGS
Escape the city and spend the day surrounded by nature on this private tour from San José. Discover towering waterfalls hidden by lush jungle, walk over hanging bridges for a unique perspective on the local flora and fauna, and relax in a thermal spa with more than 25 pools. This excursion has everything you need to feel rejuvenated, while offering the best views of the Arenal Volcano.
What's included:
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Transportation with free local pick-up
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Specialized bilingual tour guide
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Light breakfast & Lunch
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Entrance fees for FortunaWaterfall, Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs
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Pick-up from San Jose: Additional $140
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For Private Tours: FREE pick up from San Jose†
Tour length: 11 hours
Minimum participants: 2 people
*Private tour: 4 people maximum†
Price:
$235 pp
$1,175 (private tour*)