The perfect way to see and explore an area. This day trip has to be the best thing on offer in the region.
Puerto Viejo;Refugio gandoca Manzanillo+Bribri chocolate making& waterfall

Short Description
Experience Costa Rica’s Caribbean beauty with a guided eco-tour from Puerto Viejo. Hike Manzanillo Refuge, swim at a waterfall, and learn chocolate-making from the Bribri indigenous community.
Description
? Overview:
Explore the natural and cultural beauty of the Costa Rican Caribbean in just one day! Discover exotic wildlife, pristine beaches, and the rich traditions of the Bribri indigenous community.
✨ Highlights:
Certified naturalist tour guide
High-quality HD optical equipment
Cultural and natural immersion
Chocolate-making experience with Bribri people
Visit to Manzanillo Refuge and waterfall
? Full Description:
Start with a hotel pickup in Puerto Viejo and head to Manzanillo, where your naturalist guide will lead a hike through the Refuge. Spot wildlife and enjoy scenic viewpoints. Then, visit the Bribri indigenous reserve to learn about their culture, language, and traditional lifestyle. Share a delicious lunch prepared with local ingredients and participate in handmade chocolate making. End the day with a refreshing swim at a beautiful waterfall or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings.
? What’s Included:
All tickets and entrance fees
Transportation
Naturalist tour guide
Lunch & snack
Tips
? What to Bring:
Comfortable shoes and clothes
Change of clothes
Camera & binoculars
Biodegradable sunscreen & insect repellent
Cash
Child safety seat if needed
? Why Travelers Love It:
Guests praise the tour for its perfect mix of nature and culture, the knowledgeable and friendly guides, the unique chocolate-making experience, and the intimate small-group setting.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
Book this tour without hesitation! The team clearly knows what they are doing and delivers a quality experience.
Highly recommend this tour, amazing sights. We were looking for an easy and amazing way to see the local sights.
I will remember this trip, fabulous time! We looked for a long time for a tour that could handle us but this tour was excellent!
Well organised, would book again. We wanted something where we could let go and enjoy it and this was perfect for us!
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