Sloth Tour in La Fortuna and Tortillas Cooking Class

Explore sloths in their natural habitat, savor artisanal sugarcane juice, and master tortilla-making in La Fortuna. A perfect blend of nature and culture awaits!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • La Fortuna Hikes and Trails - Embark on a captivating daytime walk where the vibrant world of flora and fauna unfolds before your eyes. Along our trail, you’ll encounter a rich tapestry of trees, from towering timber to exotic fruit-bearing specimens. Our mission includes nurturing native trees on the brink of extinction, contributing to their preservation. As we journey, you’ll witness the wonders of the avian world, encounter playful frogs, curious insects, and graceful lizards. Bees hum in harmony with the breeze, while bats and sloths make their appearances. Amidst this natural spectacle, a kaleidoscope of flowers in all shapes and colors adorn your path.

Our guide is your companion, sharing insights into the wonders of nature throughout the journey. To rejuvenate, we freshly squeeze cane juice, preparing you for the next part of the adventure—a cultural experience. Here, you become the artisan, crafting your own tortilla, which you’ll savor with arracache hash, fried cheese, and refreshing seasonal juice.

What's Included
  • Snacks
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Transportation Not Included
  • Tips
Additional Information

Our 1.5km Trail offers one of the best opportunities to observe sloths in their natural habitat.

During this journey, we’ll be witnessing various animals in their natural state, and that’s why our guide will be responsible for showing us the best way to enjoy them without causing stress or disruption to their daily lives.

Both two- and three-toed sloths are now common on our property, which we’ve reforested and protected for many years. This is the fruit we want to share with you—a haven for sloths in the heart of Fortuna de San Carlos.

Our guide will share impressive details about these animals, concluding the tour with a small tasting of artisanal sugarcane juice and a traditional tortilla-making class with Doña Elith. Not to mention, a visit to her medicinal plant garden.

Undoubtedly, it’s a complete experience of nature and culture in one place.

Location
La Fortuna Hikes and Trails
1Km Norte del Banco Nacional
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Joyce_b
Aug 20, 2024
Great tour - Our tour guide was excellent. We saw many sloths, iguanas, frogs, birds and plants. We went in the morning so it wasn’t too hot.
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Carmen_d
Aug 6, 2024
Loved it! - Richardo was an awesome guide! A lot of wildlife and sloths spotted. The food was a plus! Richardo explained everything very well and even helped take great pictures and video of the wildlife.
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C790zwrachele
Jul 28, 2024
Tour sloths in their natural environment - We had a great time on this tour. Even though it was pouring down rain, we were able to spot 4 sloths - including one baby! They have both two- and three-toed sloths on the property. The guide was super knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna. He was able to provide many facts about the sloths and answered all our questions. What really impressed me was that this was a family-run place that was into sustainability. They care about the animals and plants on their property and do this as a way to inform the tourist. They are not trying to exploit the animals, unlike a number of places in the area. Afterwards, you get to squeeze sugar cane to make juice and make your own tortillas. Plus, the "grandma" provides you with a nice meal. Here little grandson was a wonderful helper too :) We highly recommend this tour!
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N5725bonicoleh
Jul 1, 2024
Wonderful sloth experience - We did a sloth tour with Kenneth from La Fortuna Hikes and Trails and it was wonderful. The planning leading up to the tour was very good and the company went the extra mile to help us coordinate a driver for the day (who was also wonderful - thanks, Manuel!) Kenneth took us for a hike around a private reserve and was so knowledgeable about the animals and plants. He had an incredible eye and was able to spot tiny frogs, bats hiding under leaves, toucans, herons...and of course, the star...sloths! We were able to see seven sloths, including a mom and baby. It was such a thrill to see these incredible animals in their natural habitat. (Be aware of the sloth park in La Fortuna that is more like a zoo). Kenneth was amazing at spotting the sloths and setting up a telescope for us. Apart from being so knowledgable, he was fun and amusing and is obviously passionate about what he does. There are some shady operations in La Fortuna that are capitalizing on the wildlife - La Fortuna Hikes and Trails is not one of them. This company is truly committed to responsible tourism and respecting the environment and wildlife. After our hike, we were treated to a delicious typical Costa Rican lunch. It wasn't a cooking class but we didn't mind - the food was delicious!
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L_op871
Jun 29, 2024
Go with your eyes closed - We visited with David and another couple. This small committee visit delighted us, we saw many sloths and other animals. David was a teacher and gave us a lot of information about the different species that populate this beautiful reserve.
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Mrsanz6
Jun 18, 2024
Best Costa Rican Experience - We had an amazing time! Our guide Sergio was very informative and helpful in capturing the perfect sloth pictures! Food and beverages were delicious!
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Keith_b
Jun 15, 2024
Fantastic - Sergio was fantastic! Educational, fun, beautiful place that cares about what they do. Saw sloths, toucan, lots of birds, and bats.
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Jessica_e
Jun 9, 2024
Fantastic Tour Guide and Tour - Sergio was an amazing guide! He taught us so many interesting things about sloths and the biodiversity of Costa Rica. Not to mention that when a coworker mentioned seeing a baby sloth, he instantly took us over to watch her climbing down her tree and vines! It was amazing, just make sure you wear your bug spray!
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Josh_b
Jun 1, 2024
Great value for the experience - Very knowledgeable guide and very hospitable facility. Sloths, birds, snakes, flowers and tortillas lesson.
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Navigator442628
May 24, 2024
An adventure worth experiencing - A fantastic morning was enjoyed immensely by our group at this immaculate and splendid establishment, which was tastefully decorated and furnished. We were greeted enthusiastically by Sergio, our guide, who was full of information and facts. These were delivered with humour and charisma. A thoroughly interesting and informative experience.
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