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Diria National Park: Private Naturalist-Led Hiking Experience

5.0/5 Guanacaste and Northwest, Santa Cruz from Oropopo Experience
  • Duration5 hours
  • Max Travelers10 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryEco Tours, Excellent Quality

Overview

Meet your guide at a designated meeting point and drive together in your rental car to one of the region’s most hidden protected areas. Discover the tropical dry forest, rivers, and natural pools of Diría National Park. Depending on river conditions, enjoy an easy walk along park trails and nearby water holes, or hike upstream to reach Brazil Waterfall.

WHAT TO BRING
– Water-friendly hiking shoes or strap sandals (Chacos, Tevas, Keens)
– Light clothing and swimwear
– Towel
– Reusable water bottle
– Mosquito repellent
– Rain gear (May–November)

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

– You will drive your own rental car with the guide riding with you.

– Access road is gravel. High clearance or 4WD recommended for inexperienced drivers (not mandatory).

– Brazil Waterfall availability depends on seasonal water levels. Between late January and late May, the tour focuses on short trails and natural pools.

– Optional breakfast stop available for early departure and cooler temperatures.

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What's included

  • Fruits and Snacks

  • $2pp donation to AVELLANAS MANGROVE PROTECTION PROGRAM

  • 1% of sales go to the NGO Funga Conservation

  • Optical Equipment (Spotting Scope or Binoculars)

  • Private Biologist or Naturalist Guide

What's Not included

  • Lunch

  • Transportation (can be requested as an add-on upon availability)

Itinerary

  • Bakery Stop for optional pastry and use of restrooms (no visitor center or bathrooms are available at the Park)

  • We will cross a small river to arrive to park ranger station (knee level) and start the naturalist experience.

  • Choose either to walk 3/4 mile loop trail (with a steep section) to discover the local flora biodiversity, and tropical hardwoods to visit water holes to cool off. nnOR hike upstream 1/2 mile to Brazil waterfall

  • When you are ready we will drive back to Santa Cruz downtown, to get an optional lunch at a typical Restaurant

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Not recommended for people with mobility problems

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

5.0/5 17 reviews
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