Welcome to the Bijagua Sloth Tour. If you'd like to see sloths in
Costa Rica in their natural habitat then this is the tour for you.
Approximately 2 hours driving from Playa Potrero you'll travel to
the mountainous region of the North Central Valley in the province
of Alajuela. Situated in the lowlands between two Volcanos,
Bijagua is a nature lovers paradise. Staying green and lush all
year, Bijagua makes for a refreshing escape from the heat in the
Guanacaste Province.
The shaded well groomed trails you'll hike are located on a
private 10 acre nature reserve. The easy walking conditions of the
reserve make it perfect for people of all ages to have encounters
with Costa Rican wildlife such as, Sloths, Monkeys, Toucans,
Frogs, and the endangered Taiper. Your expert local guide will
point out different Flora and Fauna for you along your hike
through the rainforest.
After about an hour hike through the jungle, we invite you to
relax and enjoy some refreshments, and a traditional Costa Rican
lunch at an authentic restaurant in Bijagua.
On our way back home from Bijagua we also include a stop at Los
Pumas Animal Sanctuary, where you'll be able to see many different
species of animals that have been rescued including, Jaguars,
Sloths, Monkeys, Parrots and Crocodiles.
Don't miss your chance to soak in all the natural beauty of Costa
Rica, book your Potrero Beach sloth tour today.
Yes! The Bijagua Sloth Tour is specifically designed to give you the best chance of seeing sloths in their natural habitat in Costa Rica. You'll hike shaded trails through a private 10-acre nature reserve in Bijagua, where your expert local guide will help you spot sloths, monkeys, toucans, red-eyed tree frogs, and the rare and endangered Tapir. It's one of the most unique wildlife experiences available from Playa Potrero and Playa Flamingo.
The Bijagua Sloth Tour is a full-day rainforest hiking and wildlife experience departing from Potrero Beach. It includes private transportation from your hotel, a guided nature hike through the Bijagua rainforest, coffee and chocolate demonstration, a visit to Los Pumas Animal Sanctuary where you can see rescued jaguars, sloths, monkeys, parrots, plus a traditional Costa Rican lunch and refreshments. Tours run from 7 AM to 5 PM at $130 per person.
Los Pumas Animal Sanctuary is a highlight of the Bijagua Sloth Tour and one of Costa Rica's most beloved wildlife rescue centers. On your visit you'll have the opportunity to see rescued jaguars, sloths, monkeys, parrots, and crocodiles up close. Combined with the rainforest hike in Bijagua, this tour offers an unmatched Costa Rica wildlife experience that's perfect for nature lovers and animal enthusiasts of all ages.
Absolutely! The trails at the Bijagua private nature reserve are well-groomed and easy to walk, making this Costa Rica sloth tour ideal for families, kids, and guests of all fitness levels. Located in the lush North Central Valley between two volcanoes in the province of Alajuela, Bijagua stays green year-round and offers a cool, refreshing escape from the Guanacaste heat — perfect for a comfortable and enjoyable day in nature.
Bijagua is approximately two hours from Playa Potrero and Playa Flamingo in Guanacaste. Private air-conditioned transportation from your hotel or vacation rental is included in the tour price, so you can sit back and enjoy the scenic drive through Costa Rica's beautiful countryside.
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