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|---|---|---|---|---|
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour | 6 hours | 4.4 (19) | $110 | |
Hot springs and Maleku Indigenous Reserve in Arenal la Fortuna from San José | 12 hours | — | $163 | View |
La Fortuna Waterfall & Villa Maleku (Indigenous Tribe visit) | 3 hours | 4.3 (6) |
The Maleku Indigenous Reserve is located in the Northern Region of Costa Rica. The reserve is home to three different villages, known as Palenques Margarita, Tonjibe y El Sol, all within the 2993 hectares (7395 acres) territory. The population is 1000 indigenous, and 80% speak the native dialect called Maleku Jaica. The purpose of this tour is to allow you to learn about the way of life of these indigenous groups in the present day and what they have done to keep their customs and traditions alive.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 3.
The tour begins in La Fortuna at 8:00 am. After a 1 hour drive through the northern plains, you will arrive at the Indian community Palenque Tonjibe and be warmly received by their people. After a short presentation, you will begin a hike through the village to observe many important aspects of this unique place, such as the way they bury their dead, the antique type of home structures, and their artwork and craftsmanship which currently provide a means of income, the use of cocoa in their farming, and the creation of their clothing. Later you will continue with a walk along a forest trail with 600 meter long (0.37 miles) in order to learn about medicinal plants that the ancestors used, and how we benefit from them today. Here you will also observe some antique huacas or indigenous tombs. Finally you will pass through a Palenque were you will be treated to a traditional Maleku meal.
You must contact Ecoterra Costa Rica at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $110 per person for this La Fortuna 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Children aged 4–11 pay from $95, adults from $110. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. You must contact Ecoterra Costa Rica at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Pickup points include Socialtel La Fortuna.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Specialized infant seats are available Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Ecoterra Expeditions.
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