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Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $122 / person
- Location
- Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Faro Travel Costa Rica
Description
A two-and-a-half-hour walk on a private reserve with a privileged location adjacent to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Located in the Arenal-Tempisque conservation area in the heart of Monteverde. It protects 83 hectares (205 acres) of 50% virgin forest, 45% secondary growth, and 5% open pasture. The altitude ranges from 1450 to 1615 meters with 40% Lower montane wet forest and 60% Premontane wet forest. Seven kilometers of natural trails allow visitors to explore the flora and fauna of the tropical cloud forest. This reserve is a birdwatcher’s paradise. The Resplendent Quetzal, Three-Wattled Bellbird, Blue-Crowned Motmot, Orange-bellied Trogon, and many others are frequently seen. Indeed, over 200 species of birds have been observed making their home in this piece of heaven. Frequently sighted mammals include armadillo, coati, agouti, kinkajou, ocelot, two-toed sloth, and three species of monkey: mantled howler, white-faced capuchin, and spider monkey.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult (ages 11–55)
- $122
- Senior (ages 56+)
- $122
- Child (ages 5–10)
- $92
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Curi-Cancha Reserve
Private reserve with a privileged location adjacent to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Located in the Arenal-Tempisque conservation area in the heart of Monteverde. It protects 83 hectares (205 acres) of 50% virgin forest, 45% secondary growth, and 5% open pasture. The altitude ranges from 1450 to 1615 meters with 40% Lower montane wet forest and 60% Premontane wet forest. Seven kilometers of natural trails allow visitors to explore the flora and fauna of the tropical cloud forest. This reserve is a birdwatcher’s paradise. The Resplendent Quetzal, Three-Wattled Bellbird, Blue-Crowned Motmot, Orange-bellied Trogon, and many others are frequently seen. Indeed, over 200 species of birds have been observed making their home in this piece of heaven. Frequently sighted mammals include armadillo, coati, agouti, kinkajou, ocelot, two-toed sloth, and three species of monkey: mantled howler, white-faced capuchin, and spider monkey.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Monteverde/Santa Elena only
Use of Telescope
Use of Binoculars
Guide
Entry/Admission
Not included
Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Monteverde/Santa Elena only. We will pick you up at your hotel lobby to start this great expedition. The exact pickup time will be confirmed on your itinerary once the reservation is confirmed.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
How it compares in Puntarenas
- Starting price $122 is 88% above the typical $65 for tours of similar length in Puntarenas
Excurgo comparison of 187 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk take?
Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk cost?
Prices start at $122 per person for this Puntarenas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $92, adults from $122.
Can I cancel Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Monteverde/Santa Elena only. We will pick you up at your hotel lobby to start this great expedition. The exact pickup time will be confirmed on your itinerary once the reservation is confirmed. Pickup points include Hotel El Bosque Monteverde, El Establo Mountain Hotel.
What languages is Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Curi Cancha Reserve Guided Walk worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Faro Travel Costa Rica.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Awesome!
We booked a birdwatching tour at Curi-Cancha - what a great experience! Our guide, David, was incredibly knowledgeable (as well as personable). We saw some incredible birds with him, including a three-wattled bell bird, a nesting keel-billed toucan, a nesting toucanet, and a violet sabre wing doing its mating dance (and many, many others). The Reserve also has a cute little cafe and the cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen in my life.
Z
Great Tour Guide, Dauner
My wife and I visited Curi Cancha just before leaving Monte Verde. We hadn't booked a tour, but lucky for us there was a guide available. Dauner did a great job! In the short time we had we learned a ton and saw lots of birds and animals. It was a great unexpected tour and we highly recommend Dauner!
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Curi Cancha Work Tour
Justin’ guide is perfect! He’s very patience and knowledgeable. We saw lots of birds and he explains fun facts with them which really interesting!
3
Tour Monteverde
We wanted to see birds and Justin recommended we change the initial plans. It was a hit, we could see a couple of Quetzales! Very kind. Thank you!
3
Enjoyable Curi-Chanca park tour
Justin was a very helpful, nice and expert guide. He helped us taking nice pictures of animals and plants and explained to us many interesting curiosities. Super recommended!
H
Curi Cancha Reserve Experience
Justin was an excellent tour guide through Curi Cancha. We wanted to see quetzals and even though it was rainy, he delivered. Justin was very knowledgeable about the area and Costa Rican history. His English is excellent, which helped with my kids. We saw many different types of flora and fauna and my family enjoyed the entire experience.
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