The morning begins with an breath taking hike in Tenorio volcano national park, a primary forest with luxurious flora. At the end of the path, we reach Rio Celeste Waterfall, one of the most iconic view of all Costa Rica! The hike is about 1 hour to get there and very well worth it!
Discover the natural habitat of the amazing Costa Rican Sloths amidst the lush Tropical Forest of the Tenorio Volcano.
Along the way, Mother Nature may show up with colorful Toucans or even the world famous Red Eyed Tree Frog. This is an adventure of discovery to explore the richness of the nature and wildlife of Costa Rica.
The tour also includes a bonus visit to a small butterfly garden to observe the amazing blue Morpho butterfly.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 12+)
$169
Child (ages 5–11)
$119
Infant (ages 1–4)
Free
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall
Pickup included
Itinerary
Tenorio Volcano National Park
180 min
You will visit Tenorio Volcano National Park, an amazing primary forest, the real rainforest of Costa Rica! We have an hour hike to reach the steps that leads down to Rio Celeste Waterfall, a wonder of nature! During this walk, we might observe wildlife amongst the luxurious flora!
Jardin Y Mariposario Peniel
Admission included60 min
We will take a well deserved typical lunch in a local restaurant where you will experience the fresh and delicious food of Costa Rica. You will also get to visit a small butterfly garden and learn about the Famous Blue Morpho butterfly.
Bijagua de Upala
120 min
Finally, we will go on a small private reserve to observe the famous sloth in its natural habitat. Hopefully we also get the chance to observe Toucans, Red-Eyes Tree Frogs and much more.
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Typical lunch.
First class transportation
Entree to parks and sites
Professional bilingual guides
Not included
Not included: gratuities to chauffeur and guides (recommended)
Pickup Locations & Times
Exact time and location will be agreed upon reservation.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
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How it compares in Playa Flamingo
Starting price $169 is 15% below the typical $200 for tours of similar length in Playa Flamingo
Excurgo comparison of 573 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Travel time is already included in the total tour duration
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall take?
Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall cost?
Prices start at $169 per person for this Playa Flamingo 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 Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $119, adults from $169. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Exact time and location will be agreed upon reservation. Pickup points include Hotel & Villas Huetares, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique.
What languages is Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sloth Discovery and Rio Celeste Waterfall worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Costour.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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ksalesberry
June 13, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
CosTours is Fantastic
CosTours was so great we did THREE tours with them during our week-long vacation. We did the Rincón hot springs, Sloth Discovery/waterfall/Coffee, and Palo Verde River safari. These three tours allowed us to see the “biggies” in the area. The owners, Kevin and Anouk, are helpful and hands on. Kevin himself picked us up at 7am to meet the group in a nearby town. The van was clean and comfortable with plenty of AC. Our guide Adalberto was enthusiastic and eager to help us find wildlife and get the most from our tour. I found CosTours thru Viator but booked subsequent tours directly. We travel around the world and these guys really are Top Notch. Highly recommend!
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Josiane D
December 18, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Rio Celeste and sloth garden
Saw some wild animals like tapir, koati, sloth, frogs monkey toucans etc. It was great and fun.
Alberto is a nice guy !
!!!
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carrieaN9537QY
December 6, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome excursion
The whole excursion was awesome. Beautiful nature trails and waterfall . Amazing wildlife. We felt like we were in a National Geographic show.
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