Tenorio Rainforest & Sloth Tour (Rio Celeste)

Sloths, rainforest, and the magic of Río Celeste await you.

a monkey on a tree
a monkey on a tree
brown animal on brown wooden table during daytime
brown animal on brown wooden table during daytime
brown sloth climbs tree
brown sloth climbs tree

Travel Times

  • From Liberia: approx. 1 hour each way

  • From Playas del Coco/Ocotal/Hermosa/Panama & Papagayo Peninsula resorts (Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, RIU, Secrets, Occidental): approx. 1.5 hours each way

  • From Tamarindo: approx. 2.5 hours each way

  • From Flamingo/Conchal/Brasilito/Potrero: approx. 2 hours each way

Tour Includes

  • Round-trip transportation with a bilingual guide

  • Entrance fees

  • Visit to the Sloth Sanctuary

  • Hike in Tenorio National Park (Rio Celeste)

  • Stop at Llanos de Cortez Waterfall

  • Lunch at a local restaurant.

Trail Difficulty & Recommendations

Easy to moderate: Trails are natural, with dirt, rocks, tree roots, and some steps. There is a gentle incline in some areas. When it rains, paths can get muddy, so closed-toed waterproof shoes are highly recommended. Bring a light jacket, an extra change of clothes, sunblock, insect repellent, sunglasses, a cap, and snacks or energy bars.

Our tours include private transportation for a safer, more personalized experience. This flexibility allows you to adjust the itinerary (when possible), make stops along the way, and enjoy your day at your own rhythm.

What to Bring

Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots, swimsuit, towel, long pants, light clothing, sweater, rain poncho, insect repellent, camera.

Departure: 7:00 am
Return: approx. 5:00 pm
Duration: about 10 hours
Daily departures: Minimum 2 guests required
Group & family discounts available

If you’re staying along the Guanacaste coast and want a true rainforest experience, this one-day excursion is perfect for you! Departing from popular beach towns like Tamarindo, Playas del Coco, Flamingo, Potrero, and the Papagayo Peninsula, this tour is the best opportunity to explore the tropical rainforest, observe sloths, and spot a variety of wildlife.

This adventure takes you to Bijagua, a charming little town nestled in a valley between two volcanoes—Miravalles and Tenorio. Here, you’ll find a beautiful wildlife sanctuary where sloths and monkeys are often seen relaxing in the treetops. The area is also home to the stunning Rio Celeste waterfall, located inside Tenorio Volcano National Park.

Contact us

Interested in the Tenorio Rainforest & Sloth watching Tour? Contact us today.

we’re here to make your experience unforgettable.

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Una experiencia increíble en la selva, ¡los perezosos son adorables y el paisaje es impresionante!

María

a sloth hanging from a tree branch in a forest
a sloth hanging from a tree branch in a forest
A sloth climbing up a tree in a forest
A sloth climbing up a tree in a forest

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