This attraction was a hidden gem. Our family spent the afternoon hiking through the "park" and saw many animals, waterfalls, and breath-taking views. Highly recommended for all ages! Also be sure to check out the micro-brewery on your way out, PerroVida! :)
Here is the deal, we needed a place to go today. We like to take our time, take a lot of pictures and relax but MOVE in the process. Our friends at Gaia recommended this place which sounded perfect and boy was it. Took a cab and he waited for us at the location. The people were so friendly and told us about the hike. It was a little after 12 so it was warm and humid. Not the perfect hiking weather but I wanted to see the tropical rain forest, waterfalls, swim, and see some animals. We did lol of that on our own schedule. We're NOT rushed. Nobody else on the trail. The dip at the bottom of the falls (number 6) was refreshing. We saw only one snake. But many butterflies, lizards, insects, birds. Few frogs (it was hot). I'm sure there is more wildlife in the am, night, or rainy season but for us it was the right thing to do. I would recommend this to anyone. Don't set your expectations really high and just really enjoy the rainforest atmosphere without the hustle and bustle of 100's of tourists. Dont get me wrong, I would still go to the obligatory national park visits because they are great too. But don't forget about the Rainmaker. Top notch!!
i loved the park but was slightly dismayed that the price for us was $22.00 each 2 days later after others said $20. What's up with that. That said--what a great spot these Tico's have! Gorgeous grounds which we thought were very well maintained. We went in the afternoon, so no animals around, but birds, hummingbirds, one snake and tons of lizards were frolicking. Love the lizards who run across the water( a site to behold). Nice dip in refreshing pools and as said before, no crowds to fight off. We really enjoyed
I love this place. Last time I went before this visit that I am reviewing, there weren't as many hanging bridges, and that was a pleasant surprise. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes for the hike up tens of steps on the first part of the trails. Bathing attire for a refreshing dip on the river, and you are done! Highly recommend.
get away from the crowds and guided tours, and walk through untouched steamy rainforest, which is very dense and diverse. We saw some Tucans while on the suspension bridges, and halfway through the walk swam in the perfectly chilly waterfall fed swimming hole. $20 pp to enter the park, but was worth it for us. $25 if you want lunch after (which we heard was worth it)
We got to this park by 8 as it is about 45 minutes from Manual Antonio, hoping to see birds but were told the bird tour was much earlier. Entrance is $20 per person and then a guide was $10 more per person. We opted for the guide, knowing a guide was great in Manuel Antonio park. Not so much here, if you are looking for wildlife. There is very little. The hike was doable but hard for seniors. Walking sticks were valuable. The views were nice, not better than Manuel Antonio, though. Yes, there were lots of suspension bridges which were easy and fun but getting to them was up and up and up. Again doable but the effort was not greatly rewarded with out of sight views and No wildlife but a Jesus Christ lizard and some bats. We hoped to see toucans but there were very few birds of any kind. So, it was an expensive hike. I would keep away. BTW: you can purchase a lunch for $5 but have to do it before you leave on your hike so it became brunch for us as we started at 8. Food was decent though.
This was our first hike/guide of our vacation here. It was tricky to find as the signage from the road is poor and it would be easy to miss. We almost turned around because we drove what seemed like forever before coming to the little hut that marks the entrance to the park. We are a family of 5 and at $30/ person we did find it pricy but we realize we need to pay these pay these prices to preserve these far to few gems in the world. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. He pointed out several species of flora and insects. He even showed my kids how to capture a gecko. The suspension bridges are impressive. The view from the platforms, breathtaking. We stopped for a refreshing dip at the waterfalls. In contrast to the Manual Antonio National park this park had a much more natural secluded feel. We did see more animals at Manual Antonio park but this park is worth a visit.
We stopped by and we were told they have craft beer. At the tour desk they assured us that the brew house had craft beer and were happy to take the $60.00 from our guests for the tour. Down the road at the brew house said, yes we make craft beer, just not today. Felt like we were lied to twice after driving 14 kilometers (?) of a dusty gravel road. Waste of time and money
My husband & I had a hard time finding this beautiful place (no sign going south that we could see, only one going north) on our way to Manuel Antonio, so upon arriving at our hotel there, we confirmed it's whereabouts, unloaded the luggage and promptly went back to it and we were so happy we did! We spent a wonderful couple of hours hiking on somewhat rugged trails through this fabulous rainforest, across many hanging bridges and past beautiful waterfalls, my husband could not resist cooling off under one as it was sucha warm morning. We also saw a few frogs, lizards, many beautiful butterflies - thankfully no snakes. This is a great, little park and more people should take the time to seek it out as it is well worth the time! Wear comfortable shoes, bug spray, bathing suits if you wish to take a dip in a pool and enjoy as we did!
Loved the hike, the amount of time it took, the hanging bridges and the waterfalls to take a dip in. For only $20 it is a bargain and not touristy at all. We opted to not eat there afterwards but did have a couple of beers at the PerroVida cabina. The road to get there is not well marked and the 7.5 Km pretty bumpy but worth it.