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Quepos · Puntarenas · Costa Rica
Eco-Chontales Waterfall & Blue Clay Tour with Lunch
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From $158.20 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Escape the ordinary and journey south into the lush mountains of Perez Zeledon. The adventure begins with a scenic drive through landscapes often compared to 'Jurassic Park' due to their raw, prehistoric beauty. Upon arrival at the private reserve, a short downhill hike takes you down to the river base. Here, the massive 150ft Eco Chontales waterfall dominates the view. The day is yours to explore: swim in the turquoise pools, challenge yourself with a cliff jump, or simply relax and take in the sights. The highlight for many is the Blue Clay. We bring fresh, mineral-rich clay from the Savegre River mountains for you to apply as a full-body mask. After drying in the sun and rinsing off in the fresh mountain water, we sit down for a traditional Costa Rican lunch at the open-air riverside restaurant, accompanied by the sounds of the jungle.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Witness a towering 150ft waterfall on a private, crowdfree reserve
- Enjoy a natural blue clay body mask in a mineralrich riverside spa
- Slide down rock formations with optional cliff jumps for extra thrill
- Savor an authentic Costa Rican casado lunch amid stunning mountain views
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
7:30 - 8:00am | Hotel Pickup We pick you up from your hotel/villa in Manuel Antonio or Quepos and begin the scenic drive south. The Scenic Drive (Approx. 1.5 Hours) Get your cameras ready. We drive through the mountains of the coastline, offering sweeping views of the ocean and deep valleys. Arrival & Hike Down We arrive at the Eco Chontales private reserve. A 10-15 minute hike (approx. 400 meters) takes us down into the canyon to the waterfall base. Waterfall Free Time & Blue Clay Spa Spend roughly 3 hours at the falls. Swim, jump, slide, and enjoy the full "Blue Clay" body mask experience. Fresh tropical fruit is served riverside. Riverside Lunch We sit down for a delicious, authentic Casado lunch overlooking the river. 01:00 PM | Return Transfer We begin the drive back, relaxing in the A/C after a day in the sun. 02:30 PM | Drop-off Arrival back at your hotel in Manuel Antonio. Please note: Pick up and drop off times are approximations based on reservation and tour lengths.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Quepos
Hiking.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Bi-Lingual Guides Transportation Dry Bags Life Jackets
What to Bring
Shoes or rugged sandals Dry change of clothes Towel Sunscreen
Restrictions
The hike to the waterfall is short (approx. 10 mins down) but the hike back up is steep and takes about 15-20 minutes. While not a long distance, it requires walking up steps and uneven terrain. Guests do not need to be athletes, but this tour is not recommended for those with knee/hip limitations or serious heart conditions.
Meeting & Pickup
We provide Transportation for anyone in the Manuel Antonio / Quepos area. Pick-up will be at the hotel or place of stay.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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