Puerto Viejo Floating Forest – Rainforest Experience

Discover Costa Rica's South Caribbean rainforest from a different perspective on the Puerto Viejo Floating Forest – Rainforest Experience. This immersive guided experience combines elevated trails, hanging bridges, ground-level forest paths, rivers, natural pools, and viewpoints, allowing you to explore different levels of the tropical forest.

Accompanied by a specialized naturalist guide, you'll discover the incredible balance and complexity of the rainforest while learning about its flora, fauna, ecosystems, and the natural and cultural history of Costa Rica's South Caribbean. The experience is designed to slow you down, awaken your senses, and create the feeling of floating within the forest while remaining closely connected to nature.

Along the approximately 2.4-kilometer route, you'll pass through different types of forest, cross a hanging bridge, encounter impressive tropical trees, and have the opportunity to enjoy a natural pool surrounded by the rainforest.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Costa Rica's South Caribbean rainforest with a specialized naturalist guide
• Experience the forest from elevated trails and ground-level paths
• Cross a hanging bridge surrounded by tropical rainforest
• Discover rivers, natural pools, viewpoints, and impressive tropical trees
• Learn about local flora, fauna, and rainforest ecosystems
• Discover the natural and cultural history of Costa Rica's South Caribbean
• Enjoy the opportunity to swim in a natural rainforest pool

Tour Times

9:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 2:00 PM

Advance reservations are required.

Duration & Difficulty

• Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
• Distance: Approximately 2.4 km / 1.5 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Minimum age: 7 years old

What's Included

• Specialized naturalist guide
• Entrance to the rainforest reserve
• Fruit and water at reception

What to Bring

• Closed-toe shoes
• Camera
• Insect repellent
• Waterproof jacket
• Swimsuit if you would like to enjoy the natural pool

Transportation

Transportation is available for an additional charge from hotels in several areas around Puerto Viejo and the South Caribbean. Transportation pricing varies depending on your pickup location.

Important Information

Participants should be comfortable walking approximately 2.4 kilometers through natural rainforest terrain. Closed-toe shoes are required, and sandals or other open-toe footwear are not permitted.

Children must be at least 7 years old to participate. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are not permitted.

This experience takes place in a natural rainforest environment. Wildlife sightings vary according to weather and natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

The tour normally operates during rain, so come prepared for Costa Rica's tropical weather. If conditions are considered unsafe by the guides, the operator may suspend or cancel the activity.

The tour operator carries civil liability insurance and immediate medical-expense coverage for its customers.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made at least 72 hours before the scheduled tour are eligible for a 100% refund.

Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled tour are non-refundable. No-shows are non-refundable.

If the operator cancels the activity because conditions are considered unsafe or for circumstances outside its control, the tour may be rescheduled or refunded.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Floating Forest experience?
The guided experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours and covers about 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles) through the rainforest.

What will we experience during the tour?
The route combines elevated and ground-level forest trails with a hanging bridge, rivers, natural pools, viewpoints, and different types of tropical forest.

How difficult is the tour?
The experience is rated moderate and is best suited for guests in good physical condition who are comfortable walking through natural rainforest terrain.

Can we swim during the tour?
The route includes a natural rainforest pool where guests may have the opportunity to enjoy the water, depending on conditions.

Will we see wildlife?
The rainforest is home to diverse flora and fauna, but this is a natural environment and specific wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Are children allowed?
Yes. The minimum age is 7 years old. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

What should I bring?
Bring closed-toe shoes, a camera, insect repellent, and a waterproof jacket. Bring a swimsuit if you would like to enjoy the natural pool.

Is transportation available?
Yes. Transportation can be arranged for an additional charge from several locations around Puerto Viejo and the South Caribbean. The price depends on your pickup location.

Does the tour operate when it rains?
Yes. The tour normally operates during rain. The activity may be suspended if conditions are considered unsafe by the guides.