If one of your main reasons for visiting Costa Rica is to catch sight of a toucan, find out what epiphytes (air plants) look like, or enjoy the sunsets, you will not be disappointed in San Gerardo.

Set in the cloud forest of mountainous south central Costa Rica this natural gem remains unspoiled and teeming with natural life. San Gerardo is also a photographer’s heaven for capturing up close images of flowers, butterflies, birds and tropical vegetation, or big open vistas of mountains, waterfalls, rivers and more.

What’s more, the people in San Gerardo can help you learn about the flowers, trees, fruit, birds and animals – as well as the stories of the mountains and the medicinal properties of the plants. Trained bilingual al guides are available to help you locate what species you are looking for, get the best photo, or explain the complex and enormously varied ecosystem.

Just ask at the Parks office, at your hotel or contact information through this website to arrange for a guide.

Tour Listings

Aguas Termales

Bask in the warm waters with the forest canopy above you, the trickle of waterfalls in the distance and birdcalls surrounding you.
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Bird and Butterfly Watching

Walk through virgin forest to view birds and butterflies not seen at the higher altitudes of Chirripo.
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Coffee Plantations

Hike to La Finca Mirador to learn about coffee production. The unique views of the surrounding mountains and communities are spectacular!
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Horseback Riding

Ride through Cloudbridge Reserve, to view waterfalls as high as 50 meters, birds and virgin forest.
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Chirripó National Park

Undoubtedly the best way to explore the natural beauty of the Talamanca Mountain Range is to visit Chirripó National Park and Cerro Chirripó.
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Whale and Dolphin Watching

Whales and Dolphins have always fascinated us. Come, join us, learn and love the variety of species found off the coast of Costa Rica.
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Waterfalls

Visit the famous waterfall and on to view more than 100 species of orchids. Experience birds and virgin forest.
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Beyond San Gerardo

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