Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour: Explore Hacienda Ebano Reserve and Ranch

Embark on an off-the-beaten-path adventure to Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour. Explore Hacienda Ebano Reserve and Ranch, hike through the rainforest, witness stunning waterfalls, and indulge in a Costa Rican lunch.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hacienda Ebano - Visit Ebano Natural Reserve, hiking of 1.6 km / 1 mile in a beautiful path through the Rainforest. We will see five streams and cross 2 bridges, also will have the opportunity to appreciate wildlife such as colorful frogs, birds or monkeys among others (depends on season and animals behavior), also wide biodiversity, such as tropical plants and huge trees. At the end of the trail is the Ebano Waterfalls, a double waterfall hidden in the Rainforest. The first waterfall has a pool of 13 feet / 4 meters deep, it’s a huge hole in a one-piece rock, which the water through hundreds of years made it, it’s safe for a swim and deep enough to jump from 8 meters / 26 feet. The second waterfall has a wider pool, with a depth from very low to 2 meters / 6 feet, perfect for families with kids.
What's Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Join us for a unique adventure at Hacienda Ébano, a preserved nature reserve and ranch. This journey includes a 1km / 0.6 mile hike through a lush rainforest, and a visit to two mesmerizing waterfalls complete with natural pool amenities and spellbinding views of the mountains and ocean.

During the tour, guests will have a chance to observe various forms of wildlife such as avian species, frogs, and monkeys, along with a diverse range of plants, flowers, and trees. We ensure comfortable and safe transportation with a 4x4 Safari style truck, an ideal vehicle for an enjoyable 10km / 6.2 mile journey through the expansive mountain range.

We will conclude our adventure with a dip in the scenic Jade Waterfall and a riverside lunch consisting of traditional Costa Rican fare wrapped in a banana leaf. This intimate experience is conducted in a small group setting with dedicated local guides focused on delivering excellent customer service.

Participants should remember to bring:
• Proper footwear such as hiking shoes, tennis shoes or water footwear (please avoid wearing flip flops)
• Swimwear
• Insect repellent

Location
Tour Safari Tropical
Located 10 km / 6.2 miles from Dominical on the way to San Isidro PZ.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Kalanita2018
Jul 21, 2024
Priceless experience!! - This experience was honestly priceless! The views are amazing, swimming in the waterfalls was so magical for my 12 year old son and I and the guides are so caring and passionate about nature and what they do. They also gave us fresh coconut water and fed us the most delicious traditional Costa Rican lunch at the end of the hike. Honestly, I could not recommend this experience more. I would give 10 starts if I could!!
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Global11062403195
Jul 16, 2024
Amazing. - The views were beautiful. I took tons of pictures! The people handling the activity are very friendly.
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Danwgreen
Jun 13, 2024
A wonderful experience - We stayed in Dominical. There were ten adults/seniors in our family who went on the Waterfalls & Rainforest Tour. It was great! We met at the new visitor center/restaurant under construction. The safari vehicle was comfortable and safe. We toured the rain forest, stopped for a snack at the ocean vista and had a delicious home cooked Casado lunch at the waterfall. Everyone had a good time. The guides were knowledgeable and courteous. We encountered many things we would not have seen on our own. I highly recommend this experience. It is a wonderful family run operation. They have gone to the trouble and expense to do it right. Don't miss it!
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Q4223bkconniem
Jun 10, 2024
Amazing and beautifully educational and enjoyable tour! You’ll love it! - What an absolutely amazing and awesome tour! Definitely a highlight of our trip to Costa Rica. Juancarlos was our super friendly tour guide, and he shared so much knowledge and wisdom with us, giving us a true appreciation for Costa Rica and the beautiful wildlife, plant life, and culture. He taught us the art and beauty of just stopping to listen to the birds, to revel in the mist that wafts from a waterfall, and to marvel at the precious eco-system of Costa Rica. His pride for, love of, and respect for his country was evident throughout the tour, and he effectively imparted this to us, giving us a new perspective and admiration for Costa Rica. At one point of the tour, Juancarlos used his machete to cut coconuts for us to drink coconut water, which was a treat! As part of this family-owned and run business, our driver from point to point, Cesar, provided us with interesting facts, too, along the way. We hiked (they provided walking sticks for us,) we swam in waterfalls, we enjoyed gorgeous panoramic views, and we ended the tour beside a waterfall with a delicious lunch served in a banana leaf by Cesar’s wife, Carolina. You will LOVE this tour—don’t hesitate to book, and invite your friends and family, too!
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Katie_s
May 1, 2024
Jungle Tour - Juan Carlo was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable about the environment of Costa Rica. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone.
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Wesleypetite
Apr 18, 2024
Highlight of our trip! - I traveled to Costa Rica with some friends and we wanted to get a close-up look at the natural beauty that it had to offer, and boy did we find the right place! As soon as we arrived at the easy-to-find meeting spot, we were welcomed by the team. They were courteous and courageous as we entered into the reserve on their all-terrain truck. We had already seen a few other trails and vistas in Costa Rica by this point but felt that we were being transported to a very special place as Caesar deftly drove up and down the steep roads leading to our destination. Our tour guide, Juan Carlos, was a living ray of sunshine that shed light on so many parts of the reserve from start to finish; He was both personable and passionate. Juan Carlos spotted many birds, butterflies, iguanas, flowers, and even a tiny Poison-Dart Frog (each of which he knew by name) as we journeyed through the wilderness. Juan Carlos literally spoke to the nature that surrounded us, summoning birds closer and thanking them for the appearances that they made. Between sightings, Juan Carlos would share inspirational insights about why he loved nature so much and we felt very safe while also having lots of fun. The breaks we took at the foot of two different waterfalls were very refreshing and made us feel a deep gratitude for these natural treasures and the team that was introducing us to them. We got to try new foods including “ice cream fruit” and coconuts as we gazed upon unbelievable views. I am a birder and appreciated seeing nearly a dozen new types of birds during the experience. We were surrounded by the surreal and the team was happy to stop and explain whatever we wanted to get a closer look at. The lunch at the end of the tour before descending back to our starting point was delicious and refreshing; the experience that includes the lunch is well worth the price and we left feeling that we’d received more than we given in cost by far. (We gave an additional tip even though they did not gesture that this was expected in the least.) We’re so happy that we found one of the most beautiful places in Costa Rica, which is itself one of the most beautiful places in the world. Be you a birder, a hiker, a fan of flora and fauna, an immersive traveller, someone who enjoys guided tours, or someone who loves having your breath taken away by epic views, the Hacienda Ébano nature experience is for you! Jump in with both feet and come out the other side with a deeper appreciation for nature. You won’t regret it! This place exudes la Pura Vida and I will definitely return if I come back to this part of Costa Rica.
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Go27782949379
Apr 8, 2024
Best tour in Costa Rica - This has been the best guided tour we have been on during our entire stay in Costa Rica. The hospitality, knowledge, care, and warmth is unmatched. Juan Carlos and Caesar were attentive and prepared to show us everything this hike and waterfall tour has to offer. We were safe and got to see so much that we would have never seen on our own. We saw poison dart frogs, many different birds, livestock. We stopped for photos at many of the most beautiful places we have seen in Costa rica and that is saying so much. They feed you fresh coconut and made sure to adhere to my wife's dietary needs for the excellent lunch that is provided. The lunch was huge, delicious, and filling. It was like having someone make a meal from there home and we ate under a canopy of trees next to a waterfall. I cannot recommend this tour enough.
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Navigator49116839396
Apr 5, 2024
Amazing Tour - This tour was amazing! Caesar and Juan Carlos, the tour guides, know their stuff. They were able to answer any question we had and pointed out different plants, animals, and even birds by just the sound of them. We saw a bird that Juan has never seen before, frogs, and a sloth!! And the views, absolutely amazing!!
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437bethanys
Apr 4, 2024
Amazing private guided hike! - Caesar and Juan Carlos were excellent tour guides! The seats in the vehicle were very comfortable, and the hike was the perfect amount of challenge to keep it fun and manageable. We saw so many beautiful birds, plants, flowers, and even a sloth! The food at the end was absolutely delicious! True authentic Costa Rican cuisine! Highly recommend!
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U2757uwcourtneyb
Mar 17, 2024
Peaceful day at Hacienda Ebano - Juan Carlos went out of his way to give Brenda and me a special day in Hacienda Ebano! The day was just as it was described on Viator. Juan Carlos gave us a safe and exciting ride on top of his truck! And we hiked a good distance at a comfortable pace making sure we were using all of our senses to appreciate the biodiversity! JC prepared lunch while we swam in the waterfall. JC also cut open coconuts for us to drink which was so refreshing after our hike. We drink the water as we enjoyed the panoramic views of the ocean and the mountains beside us! I would recommend this tour!
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