VISITS AND TOURS
The Osa Peninsula is a unique tropical paradise with many tours and excursions that are sure to make your stay in Costa Rica an experience to remember. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, adventure junkie, or just looking for a relaxing getaway, we offer a variety of activities that are sure to provide something for everyone to enjoy. Let us know how we can help you organize your itinerary to make sure you can take advantage of all the beauty and wonder the Osa has to offer!
CORCOVADO TRAILS
HIKES
HORSE TRIPS
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Do you need help packing for your trip? Take a look at our "What to Bring" section for recommendations on important items to pack for your various excursions.
CORCOVADO TRAILS
CORCOVADO, EL TIGRE TRAIL
This 7 km mountain trail is the newest entrance to Corcovado National Park.
​
Duration: 6-7 Hours / Difficulty: Medium / High, Group size: 6 people maximum
Price* (13% VAT included):Guide in Spanish:$102 USD for the first person, $68 USD for each additional person //Guide in English $112 USD for the first person, $78 USD for each additional person
The price includes: Guided tour, entrance to Corcovado National Park, reservation and taxes
​
*25% discount for Children; 10% Discount for Nationals/Residents
SEVERAL DAY PACKAGES
THE TIGER / WHITE STONES / CARATE
The El Tigre tour is an adventure hike along an old gold mining trail in Dos Brazos de RÃo Tigre and is one of the newest hikes along the boundaries of Corcovado National Park that stands out for providing an unique vision of life in rural Costa Rica. The first day of the trek includes a hike along the Tigre River into the mountains to Piedras Blancas, a former gold mining community, concluding the day with an evening tour. Day 2 of the trek begins with a gold panning tour and continues through the mountains ending in Carate.
​
Duration: 2 Days - 1 Night / Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Price* (13% VAT included):Guide in Spanish: $307 USD per person (with transportation) or $277 USD per person (without private transportation)**, or with Guide in English: $327 USD per person (with transportation) or $297 USD per person (without private transportation) .
The Price Includes: 2-day Guided Tour, Lunch and Dinner (Day 1), Night Tour, Accommodation for 1 Night (Hammock or Camping)***, Breakfast and Sandwich (Day 2), and Gold Search Tour
​
*25% discount for Children; 10% discount for Nationals/Residents; 20% discount for Large Groups
**The local collective bus travels from Carate to Puerto Jiménez, leaving at 4PM. Tickets are $9 USD.
**The accommodation is an open rustic ranch with running water, bathroom, shower and kitchen; however, there is no electricity.
***Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions that we should be aware of when preparing your meals.
THE WATER JUMP
WALKS IN NATURE
Enjoy a short walk along the Tigre River tothrough from the Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve, to a natural waterfall and a natural swimming pool.
It is the perfect place to cool off, relax and enjoy the beautiful natural landscape!
Duration: 3 hours
Price*(with 13% VAT included) : Guide in Spanish: $35 USD per person // Guide in English $45 USD per person
Price includes: Guided tour and taxes
​​
*25% discount for Children; 10% Discount for Nationals/Residents
BIRDWATCHING
With almost 10% of the world's species found here on the Peninsula, Osa is truly a bird watcher's paradise! Take a tour through the community of Dos Brazos into the surrounding rainforest in search of the 300+ species of birds that call OSA home!
Duration: 3 hours
Price*(13% VAT includedgone) : Guide in Spanish: $55 USD per person // Guide in English: $65 USD per person
Price includes: Guided tour, telescope, reservation and taxes
​​
*25% discount for Children; 10% Discount for Nationals/Residents
NIGHT TOUR
Many of Osa's most elusive animals, including many species of frogs, snakes and other nocturnal mammals, are much more active at night. Enjoy the enchanting effects of the jungle at night with a guided moonlight tour! Please note that the night walk only takes place on certain nights, as the moon has a great influence on the animals' activities, so reservations are essential.
Duration: 3 hours Departure: 6pm
Price*(with 13% VAT included): Guide in Spanish $40 USD per person // Guide in English $50 USD
Price includes: Guided tour and taxes
​​
*25% discount for Children; 10% Discount for Nationals/Residents
HORSEBACK TOURS
TOUR THROUGH OUR COMMUNITY
This guided tour covers the entire community of Dos Brazos. Learn about the incredible history of Dos Brazos and a little about the unique culture of small town life in rural Costa Rica.
​
Duration: 2 hours
Price (with 13% VAT included): Guide in Spanish $55 USD per person // Guide in English $65 USD per person
Price Includes: Guided Tour with Helmet
JUMP WATER TOUR
Enjoy a guided horseback riding tour along the Tigre River with incredible views of Corcovado National Park!
​
Duration: 3 hours
Price (with 13% VAT included): Guide in Spanish $75 USD per person // Guide in English $85 USD per person
Price Includes: Guided Tour with Helmet
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
TICA COOKING CLASSES
Learn how to prepare traditional dishes from members of the local community! Food options include picadillo, tortillas, patacones, and empanadas, among other traditional Costa Rican dishes. You will have the opportunity to delight in your wonderful creations and, even better, you will have a little piece of Costa Rican culture to take with you to your home kitchen!
​
Duration: 2 hours
Price (with 13% VAT): Guide in Spanish $50 USD p/p per class // Guide in English $60 USD p/p per class
Price includes: Class with instruction and food
GOLDEN CULTURAL TOUR
Our gold panning tours allow visitors to experience the unique culture and history of the Osa Peninsula and learn first-hand the artisanal practice of gold panning from local expert gold panners. You might even get lucky and find some gold yourself!
​
Duration: 3 hours
Price* (with 13% VAT): Guide in Spanish $40 USD per person // Guide in English $50 USD per person
Price Includes: Guided Tour, equipment, reservation and taxes
​
**25% discount for Children; 10% Discount for Nationals/Residents; 20% discount for Large Groups
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Interested in exploring other activities around the peninsula?
We can help coordinate reservations with other tour operators! Additional activities include:
KAYAK IN MANGROVES
SNORKELING
(Puerto Jimenez)
DOLPHIN WATCHING
TORUR CHOCOLATE PRODUCING FARMHOUSES
I need to relax? Book a 1 hour massage with our local masseuse between your excursions to help you relax! Massages start at $45 an hour.
We are happy to help make the necessary arrangements for you, please let us know how we can help plan any extra activities during your stay!
WHAT TO BRING
.png)
DAY TOURS
1. WATER
2. INSECT REPELLENT
3. SUNSCREEN
4. SNACK / LUNCH*
5. PLASTIC BAG**
6. CAMERA
7. RAIN BOOTS OR WALKING SHOES ***
*For tours longer than 3 hours, we recommend packing a lunch or making alternative meal arrangements. To-go meals can be purchased for an additional $6 USD per person.
**Due to intermittent rains, we recommend bringing plastic bags to prevent valuables from getting wet.
***Although rubber boots are preferred (due to wet terrain and rain), we recommend wearing rubber boots or walking shoes for all walks/excursions. Sneakers are not recommended. Closed shoes are required for horseback riding.
NIGHT TOURS
In addition to the items listed for normal day hikes, we also recommend bringing the following for overnight hikes:
2. FLASHLIGHT
1. WATER
(2 LITERS)
3. ITEMS
HYGIENE
4. TOWEL
5. CLOTHING
ADDITIONAL
6. ADDITIONAL SOCKS*
7. CLOTHING
WARM **
8. COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR***
*We recommend bringing an extra pair of socks for each day of your trek.
**Temperatures are much cooler at night in the mountains. We recommend bringing warmer clothes to sleep.
***Additional night walking shoes are recommended for a more comfortable stay.