Naturalist Sloth Expedition
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Overview
Explore a protected, reforested habitat with the personal attention of a private guide. Search the canopy for wild two and three toed sloths, learn about their behavior at your group’s pace, then enjoy fresh sugarcane juice and a traditional tortilla making experience for a more personal connection with rural Costa Rican culture.
Private Sloth Watching Experience in La Fortuna
Slow down and experience La Fortuna’s wildlife without the pace or distractions of a shared group. During this private nature walk, your guide helps you scan the canopy, recognize subtle movement and understand the behaviors of the wild sloths that live within the property’s protected habitat.
The private format creates space for questions, closer interaction and explanations shaped around your group’s interests. Families can take the trail at a comfortable pace, couples can enjoy a quieter encounter with nature, and curious travelers can spend more time learning about sloth behavior, reforestation and the ecosystem that supports local wildlife.
The 1.5 kilometer trail passes through land that has been restored and protected over many years. Both two and three toed sloths may be found in the area, along with other native species. Because the animals move freely in their natural environment, observations depend on weather, timing and wildlife activity. Your guide’s experience helps improve the search while keeping every encounter respectful and nonintrusive.
After the walk, the experience becomes more personal through local food traditions. Help press sugarcane to prepare a fresh artisanal drink, then join Doña Elith for a hands-on tortilla making activity. A visit to the medicinal plant garden adds further insight into the knowledge and customs connected to rural life in Costa Rica.
More than a wildlife outing, this private experience combines attentive guiding, nature and cultural exchange. You leave with a deeper understanding of sloths, the habitat they depend on and the people helping protect this natural space.
Good to Know
Experience type: Private guided tour
Trail length: 1.5 kilometers
Suitable for: Couples, families and adults
Included: Private specialized guide, water bottle, traditional snack, entrance fees and parking
Recommended: Comfortable clothing, sturdy walking shoes, sun protection, insect repellent and rain gear
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Bilingual certified guides
- Sloth observation guaranteed
- Bottled water
- Park entrance fee
What to bring?
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed-toe hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers
- Rain jacket or poncho (weather can change quickly)
- Sunscreen & insect repellent
- Hat & sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone for photos
- Small backpack for your belongings
Booking Information
- Price: Price is per person.
- Sales Tax: A 13% sales tax will be added upon booking.
- Tour Availability: All tours are subject to availability.
- Minimum Booking Requirement: A minimum of two (2) people per booking is required. If you are a solo traveler, please contact us directly by email or WhatsApp for availability.
- Children: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Transportation: Transportation from most hotels or vacation rentals is included in the price. However, if your hotel or vacation rental is located far from downtown La Fortuna or the route to Arenal Volcano, extra pick-up fees may be charged. Please confirm this during booking.
- Departure Times: Departure times are approximate. The precise pick-up time will be provided on your travel voucher.
Cancellation Policy
Standard Cancellations: Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled service by emailing to receive a full refund, minus any applicable credit card processing fee (typically 5%).
Holiday Cancellations (December 20 – January 4): Cancellations during this peak season must be submitted at least 72 hours in advance to qualify for a full refund, minus payment processing fees.
Late Cancellations: Cancellations made after the required notice period are subject to a 100% cancellation fee and are non-refundable.
No-Show Policy: Guests must be present at the agreed pickup time and location. Our guide or driver will wait up to 10 minutes. Failure to appear will be considered a no-show and charged in full.
Late Arrival: If you arrive late but the service can still be operated, the tour will proceed on an adjusted schedule. Activities may be shortened, and no partial refunds will be provided.
Illness or Medical Emergencies: Our preferred solution is to reschedule your experience. If rescheduling is not possible, refund requests will be reviewed individually and may require a medical certificate.
Weather & Force Majeure: If Tours in Arenal cancels a service due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, guests may choose between rescheduling or receiving a full refund.
Company Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel or modify any service for operational or safety reasons. In such cases, we will offer an alternative, reschedule the service, or provide a full refund.
Unused Services: Once a tour or transfer has started, any unused portion of the service is non-refundable.
Personal Belongings: Tours in Arenal is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items during transportation or activities.
Liability: By confirming your reservation, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk, and you release Tours in Arenal and its operating partners from liability for events beyond their direct control.
Payments
- Currency: Payments will be processed in US dollars.
- Payment Process: Your credit card will be charged using a secure payment link once the service is confirmed.
- Booking Confirmation: Prices, transportation, attractions, services, and travel dates are not confirmed until we receive the required payment.
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