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Bernald Tours is a Costa Rican company with extensive experience in

providing comprehensive travel services. Provides services aimed pri-

marily at those who love nature and adventure, always his own style.

In 1993 the Tamarindo marsh won the degree of World Important

Wetland by the RAMSAR Convention.

The Tamarindo Wild Life Natural Shelter protects

a wetland that covers the 80% of its territory. It is

made up of many mangrove species (Tamarindo’s

marsh).

It has a coast area starting from Punta Ventanas

up to the east side from the Tamarindo’s marsh. It

has a mix territory, from both: private and state.

It is found on the transition to dry tropical life

zone. It has a coast forest with shades ideal for

great migratory bird populations; black oak

forest, hot and sunny; guacimo forest with crab

colonies and fauna variety.

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Palo Verde National Park is located on over 45,500 acres of land that are protected by law,

and its wetlands have been declared internationally important by the Ramsar. This boat ride

takes you through a wildlife sanctuary. Scientists from all over the world come to study this

rich ecosystem that combine marshland, mangroves and dry forest where crocodiles,

monkeys, iguanas and thousands of birds make their home.

PALO VERDE NATIONAL PARKS

ARENAL VOLCANOArenal Volcano is a majestic show of nature that must be seen to be

believed! This perfect conically-shaped giant stands tall at 1,657

meters (over 5,430 ft) above sea level, and sits within Arenal Volcano

National Park, which covers an area of 12,016 hectares (29,692

acres). Recognized as the most dynamic volcano in the country, it

has been active since 1968, and constantly ejects gases, water

fumaroles, and explosions with pyroclastic material emissions. You

will have the opportunity to take a walk through the rainforest that

covers the area near the volcano. This place will amaze you, as it is

the home of many different species of mammals, reptiles, birds and

invertebrates. The wonderful lunch as well as dinner that are served

in this tour and the visit to the hot springs will make the perfect com-

bination. These magical springs of healing waters are surrounded by

impressive, well-manicured tropical gardens that crisscross the

entire property. The striking view of Arenal Volcano will be in the

backdrop as you relax for the rest of the afternoon. It is indeed an

ideal tour for people who want to relax and replenish their energies

in one of the most stunning places in the world.

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Rincón de la Vieja is one of the most active volcanoes in Costa Rica. During this nature hike you

will find bubbling mud, steaming sulfur and fumaroles while you explore the two miles of trails

through the forest. It is a rigorous, but spectacular, and breathtaking hike around the area of Las

Pailas. Along the hike, some 32 rivers rise out of this protected area, including the Colorado River

and the Río Blanco, which carve through a white volcanic ash call ignimbrite. These rivers pro-

vide water to the Tempisque River, one of the most important in the province of Guanacaste.

RINCÓN DE LA VIEJA NATIONAL PARKS

MONTEVERDEThis story starts in the early 1950s, when a group of Quakers from the

United States left their homes in Alabama and arrived in Monteverde at a

time when the region was just beginning to be settled. The Quakers estab-

lished a simple life in this area which centered on dairy and cheese produc-

tion. In 1972, this rainforest was threatened by local farmers looking to

expand their property and homestead on certain forest sites. With this

prospect in mind, scientists joined forces with longtime residents to pro-

mote the establishment of a nature preserve and, as a beautiful result, the

Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve was born; an area that is acclaimed as

one of the most outstanding wildlife refuges in the Tropics of the New

World. You will experience it from treetop walkways. This feels like walking

into a grand, green Cathedral, as you see majestic, tall trees festooned with

orchids, bromeliads, ferns, vines, and mosses. Imagine yourself in a beauti-

ful garden. Now, imagine over 100 beautiful hummingbirds flying cheerfully

around you! For the finishing touches, you will be able to explore a commu-

nity that gathers more than 20 species of butterflies, and learn about their

life cycle, their special abilities and behaviors that have helped them evolve

into each different species.


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Buena Vista LodgeThis tour all takes place at “Buena Vista

Lodge”, which is a coastal ranch that is sur-

ounded by nature and the beauty of Rincon

de la Vieja Volcano. It is a full day tour that

includes a canopy tour, hot springs, natural

spa, thrilling waterslides and horseback

riding. This fun filled day has something for

everyone and is sure to please the adrenaline

seeker as well as the nature lover. Glide

through the air on the canopy in the shadows

of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano then take a

ride on horseback through the trails as you

take in the sights of the beauty of Costa Rica.

Afterwards soothe your muscles with the

therapeutic hot Volcanic Mud Bath and swim-

ming pool. And don’t forget the waterslide

that is great fun


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Guachipelin ToursThis tour is for the adventures ones and it will

with guarantee be a day full of adrenaline

pumping activities. Be ready for canopying,

rock climbing, rappelling, horseback riding

and water tubing. All of these activities are

being done in the beautiful and lush sur-

roundings at the foot of the Rincon de la Vieja

Vulcano. During the day you will also have the

chance to relax and enjoy both hot springs

and mud baths.


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Cañón de la Vieja ToursTrails through six types of Tropical Forest

Hiking from 600 mts.a.s.l until 2.000 mts.a.s.l,

discover in one day the great biodiversity in

the Dry Tropical Forest, Transitional Tropical

Forest, Humid Tropical Forest, Rainy Tropical

Forest, Cloud Tropical Forest and the Desert

within the Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

Las Pailas – Mud pots

This is an area with the most volcanic action

you can see in Guanacaste. You will find hot

springs, sulfured lagoons, mud pots, geysers,

natural steam baths and small volcanoes in

constant eruption, besides the wildlife you

will see everywhere. It takes approximately 2

hours round trip from the Ranger Station.


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Cañón de la Vieja ToursBlue Lake (Cangreja)

It is a 90 feet high waterfall, whose lagoon is

totally blue due to the sulfur in the water. You

can swim and relax in this wonderful natural

paradise. The access is only by foot and takes 2

hours one way from the Ranger Station.

Crater Von Seebach

This is the highest of nine eruptive craters that

conforms the mountain of the Rincon de la Vieja

Volcano. From the top you can observe at the

same time the great Lake of Nicaragua and the

Papagayo Gulf. It takes 3:30 hours one way

hiking from the Ranger Station.

Hidden Waterfalls

There are three waterfalls of approximately 210

feet high. Their waters are so pure and crystal-

line that you can see the bottom of the lagoon of

three meters of depth. Those are located in the

southwestern slope of the active crater with

about 3,600 mts. a.s.l. It takes about 2 hours one

way from the Ranger Station.


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No matter how experienced you are! Whether a beginner or a professional, we have the perfect

horse for you!!! Our horses are well trained, of good size and very healthy. We can’t think in a

better way to discover our hills, pasture, beaches and typical Costarican villages. In this tour, you

can expect to see monkeys, iguanas, and other native wildlife.

HORSEBACK RIDING TOUR

SUNSET AND SNORKELING CATAMARANYou will enjoy of a dazzling trip. In complete comfort either basking in the

sun orrelaxing in the shade. You can enjoy drinks and lunch in the shade.

Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face as you prepare to

witnessone of the great joys of an enchanting Cost Rica sunset.

ATV & CANOPY TOUR TAMARINDOThis tour offers 100% guaranteed adrenaline! To reach the location of the

canopy tour, you will travel on ATV, through the mountains, rainforest and

across small rivers. Once you arrive to the canopy site, you will find zip

lines up to 500 meters (approx. 550 yards) long, displaying the beauty of

the forest from the top of the trees. We return, on our ATV’s back to the

same departure point.


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