Join expert naturalist Alexa Stickel on a guided, multi-sensory exploration of the premontane forest of the upper San Luis de Monteverde valley. Bordered by the world-famous Monteverde cloud forest reserve, you will learn about the cultural and historical context of your incredibly unique surroundings.

  During our time together, we will explore both the inner and outer world as we search for wildlife, learn about what makes tropical cloud forests special, and explore the intersection of humans and this breathtaking landscape. We will also have the chance to stimulate our senses, diving inward through sensory meditations with forest giants, immersions into the rich forest soundscape, and the opportunity to bathe in the pristine San Luis river, just meters from its source in the mountains. 

   Our experience at the eco-farm closes with a delicious homemade lunch prepared by a daughter who grew up on this land that has been converted, through family-led conservation practices and the support of ecotourists like you, into a paradise for people and animals alike. 

Includes: 

🍃 Entrance fees to private ecological reserve 

🍃 Homemade typical Costa Rican lunch 

🍃 Expert Naturalist guide and forest experience facilitator with spotting scope 

🍃 Round-trip private transportation 

Please bring:

💧reusable water bottle 

💧rain gear (poncho or rain jacket)

💧closed-toed shoes for forest walk 

💧long pants and shirt (biting black flies are harmless but can be a nuisance)

💧sunscreen

💧insect repellant OR lightweight, long-sleeved clothing

💧a hat

Optional items: 

💧bathing suit if you want to swim in the river

💧Travel towel 

💧notebook/sketchbook 

💧phone or camera 

💧binoculars 

Please note: 

🌱 Transportation provider will pick you up from your place of lodging at 8:15 AM, and return you back by 1:15 PM (leaving the eco-farm by 12:45 PM). It is roughly a 25 minute drive between your lodging in Lower San Luis and this farm in Upper San Luis. 

🌱We can make adjustments as-needed in the event of inclement weather

🌱Minimum 2 participants