We work with a local family in the small town of Bijagua, Alajuela, Costa Rica. 30 years ago, their land was used to farm a variety of produce such as macadamia nuts, tropical flowers, bananas and coffee. However, due to increased pressure to use pesticides and destroy more forest for agriculture,the family decided to turn the land into a nature reserve and provide eco education for tourists.

Our guests learn about the primary and secondary rain forest as well as the plants and animals that live there. On this tour, guests will see and learn about wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, birds, porcupines, butterflies and bees, reptiles, frogs, and snakes and so much more. We work with a local biologist to not only get close to nature, but educate our clients about the how they can help protect it.

This tour is great for people and families of all ages. The trails are easy to walk and not overly strenuous. Our best feedback is when our clients learn something new and change their mental perspectives for the better.

1. Educating our guests and children is, in our opinion, the best way to increase sustainability for the future.

2. We do not use plastic water bottles or plastic straws and also try to minimize all waste on our tours.

3. We do not support any local businesses that promote the hands on interaction with wildlife and also report them to the local government. There are many places that promote holding a sloth or baby monkey. We report these places and try to educate people not to support them as well.

4. On our ocean and snorkelling tours, we educate our guests on the importance of respecting the reef. Never take any "souvenirs" such as sea shells, coral, etc.

5. Green house gas emissions. It may be a small gesture, but our drivers sometimes have to wait for hours while the tour is in progress. Many drivers will sit in the van with the engine running and the AC on. We have talked to our drivers and informed them that this is not good practice and instead encourage them to wait at a restaurant and have something to eat instead.

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Costa Rica | Guana Adventures | Wildlife and Waterfall Tour

Costa Rica | Guana Adventures | Wildlife and Waterfall Tour

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