nature walk

Discover Costa Rica’s Top Secrets!

Duration:3 hours total

Languages:Offered in English and Spanish

About your host

I am a native Costa Rican, both sides of my family have been born and raised in the Lake Arenal area for generations. I’ve loved to travel since I was 6 years old. Today, as a documentalist, researcher, entrepreneur, ex-university professor, bilingual in Spanish and English, I have a deep understanding of my country’s culture and history, and have countless stories to share with you. I am thrilled…

Roy

What we’ll do

COSTA RICA´S WORLDWIDE RECORD for generating its electricity from renewable sources for 300 days owes much of its success to the town of Nuevo Arenal. We will explore why & how! On the same decade, the Arenal volcano erupted & the country’s largest lake, Lake Arenal, enveloped 2 towns (All of my grandparents’ original villages). We will explore this overlooked spot of world-wide historical &…

What else you should know

Walking: This experience involves an approximate of 3 to 4 miles of easy walking. Not included: Costs for food and drinks are not included. Weather: it may be very sunny and also rain on the same day

What to bring

Sunscreen.

Comfortable shoes for walking.

Tropical weather-appropriate clothes (the sun may shine too much, and it may rain hard, all on the same day).

Mosquito repellent (in case it becomes necessary).

Bathing suit (if you wish to jump into the lake).

Beach towel (to enjoy the lake area).

Cash or card to pay for meal at the local restaurant (price of the meal & drinks not included in the experience).

A set of clothes to change into in case we get rained on (Costa Rica is in the rainforest).

Rain coat in case of showers!

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Where you'll be

We’ll enjoy an authentic local cuisine that will open a door between our hearts, history, and culture (our stomachs will love it!). We’ll then enjoy a stroll through the past, present & future of Nuevo Arenal, a town that was destroyed and then reborn triumphant. We’ll visit the gorgeous lake at the heart of renewable energy in our country and our world. You can take a refreshing dip in the beautiful and historical water and enjoy the view.

Upcoming availability

Fri, Jun 21 From 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

$30 per person

10 of 10 spots left

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Cancellation policy

Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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Guest requirements

Up to 10 guests ages 2 and up can attend.

Government ID

You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.

More tips

Walking: This experience involves an approximate of 3 to 4 miles of easy walking. Not included: Costs for food and drinks are not included. Weather: it may be very sunny and also rain on the same day