Waterfall, Sloths & Coffee Experience
Swim beneath a Guanacaste waterfall, walk the Bijagua rainforest in search of wild sloths, and taste real Costa Rican coffee and chocolate, all in one private day.
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Why Explore Privately?
Your Own Vehicle
Travel comfortably without sharing transportation with other groups.
Direct Hotel Pickup
Start and end the experience directly at your resort. No shared buses, no unnecessary hotel stops.
Personal Attention
Enjoy more interaction with your certified local guide.
A Better Pace
Spend your day experiencing Costa Rica instead of waiting on a large group.
Local Support
Your Wild Papagayo concierge helps coordinate every detail before your tour.
Waterfalls, Wildlife & Costa Rican Traditions
Experience three of Costa Rica's most authentic attractions in one unforgettable private adventure. Visit one of Guanacaste's most beautiful waterfalls, encounter Costa Rica's famous sloths in their natural habitat, and discover the country's rich coffee and chocolate traditions through an interactive cultural experience.
Llanos de Cortez Waterfall
Visit one of Guanacaste's most beautiful waterfalls, surrounded by lush tropical forest and crystal-clear waters,perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature.
Sloth Adventure
Walk with your certified naturalist guide in search of sloths, tropical birds, monkeys, frogs, and other fascinating wildlife living in their natural rainforest habitat.
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Discover how Costa Rica's world-famous coffee and chocolate are produced, from bean to cup and from cacao fruit to delicious handcrafted chocolate, with interactive demonstrations and tastings.
A Perfect Introduction to Costa Rica
A relaxing private experience that combines nature, wildlife, culture, and local flavors, making it ideal for families, couples, and first-time visitors to Costa Rica.
What to Expect
Private Hotel Pickup
Llanos de Cortes Waterfall
Sloth Nature Walk in Bijagua
Coffee & Chocolate Tour (Plus Option)
Traditional Lunch
Ride Back to Your Hotel
- Wildlife sightings occur in natural environments and cannot be guaranteed, although sloth encounters are frequent.
- Swimming conditions at Llanos de Cortés Waterfall may vary depending on weather and seasonal conditions.
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe walking shoes suitable for light rainforest trails.
- Apply sunscreen and bug spray before departure. Bring a hat, sunglasses and a reusable water bottle.
- Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or relevant health conditions at the time of booking.
A 25% deposit confirms your booking, and the remaining 75% is due no later than 72 hours before the tour. Bookings made within 72 hours of the tour are paid in full at the time of booking. Cancellations made more than 72 hours before the tour receive the refundable amount paid, less any applicable non-recoverable payment-processing costs when legally permitted. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the tour are non-refundable, subject to any mandatory consumer rights under Costa Rican law. Read the full Booking & Cancellation Policy.
No-shows are 100% non-refundable, subject to any mandatory consumer rights. Guests are granted a complimentary waiting period of up to 1 hour after the scheduled pickup time; beyond this period, the booking is considered a no-show.
Date changes can be requested more than 72 hours before the tour, subject to availability. Within 72 hours, there is no automatic right to reschedule; any exceptional change is at Wild Papagayo's discretion and subject to availability and supplier conditions. Experiences canceled by Wild Papagayo due to unsafe conditions will be rescheduled or fully refunded.
Costa Rica's weather can shift quickly, especially near waterfalls and rainforest trails.
Departures may be adjusted for safety or optimal conditions.
If Wild Papagayo cancels due to unsafe weather, we'll reschedule whenever possible or issue a full refund.
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Bug spray
✓ Hat or cap
✓ Sunglasses
✓ Camera
✓ Reusable water bottle
✓ Long pants (for rainforest trail)
✓ Comfortable closed-toe shoes or boots
✓ Swimsuit
✓ Extra set of clothes
✓ Towel
✓ Water shoes / sandals
✓ Cash for personal expenses (gratuities)
Travel Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, your vehicle and certified naturalist guide are reserved exclusively for your group for the entire day.
Sloth encounters on this walk are frequent, but wildlife sightings occur in a natural environment and can never be 100% guaranteed.
The Classic option includes the waterfall, sloth nature walk and lunch. The Plus option adds an interactive coffee and chocolate tour with tastings.
Yes, Llanos de Cortes Waterfall has a natural swimming pool, though conditions can vary depending on weather and season.
Yes, it's one of our most family-friendly private tours, an easy pace, gentle terrain, and a high chance of seeing wildlife make it popular with all ages.
Swimwear and a towel for the waterfall, closed-toe shoes for the nature walk, and the usual sun and bug protection essentials.
Pricing varies by pickup location, group size, and whether you choose the Classic or Plus option. Reach out on WhatsApp or through the booking form and your Wild Papagayo concierge will confirm an exact quote.
Yes, the sloth nature walk takes place in the Bijagua area, along with a stop at Llanos de Cortes Waterfall and, on the Plus option, a coffee and chocolate tour.
Sloth Adventure Tour Costa Rica
Private sloth wildlife encounter in the Costa Rica rainforest. Full-day private tour with certified bilingual guide. Book via WhatsApp with Wild Papagayo.
Private Guide Only
Your certified private guide, exclusively dedicated to your group, for guests arriving in their own vehicle. Guide pickup included on the way to the destination. Excludes waterfall/coffee tour entrance fees and lunch.
Everything Included
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation
✓ Certified bilingual naturalist guide, exclusively for your group
✓ Llanos de Cortés Waterfall visit
✓ Guided nature walk with sloth spotting opportunity
✓ Traditional Costa Rican lunch
✓ Complimentary bottled water and snacks
✓ Coffee & Chocolate Tour, interactive tasting experience (✦ PLUS only)
⚡ The waterfall runs fullest during the May to November rainy season, though the tour is enjoyable and runs daily year-round.
