The archaeological digs at Guayabo National Monument are the largest in Costa Rica but have only uncovered an estimated 5% of the early community established by a civilization that spanned almost 2,500 years starting in 1000 BC. Discovered in the 1800's the site was mysteriously abandoned before … [Read more...]
San Gerardo de Dota National Park
In June of 2019 Costa Rica announced the intention to create 5 new national parks including one in the region of San Gerardo de Dota in the upper Savegre River valley. The Savegre river is one of the most pristine in Costa Rica and one day we plan to trek from its source high on the Macizo de … [Read more...]
Lower Savegre & Rafiki
The Savegre is one of the most pristine rivers in Costa Rica rivaled only perhaps by the Pacuare in rafting circles as a perfect tropical adventure. Several protected areas checkerboard the lower Savegre valley and the Rey estuary where the river meets its neighbor, the Portalon and spreads … [Read more...]
Pacuare River Rafting Overnight
The Pacuare River is the wildest and most pristine remote river you can reach on Costa Rica's Caribbean side without a helicopter or a week of trekking. It's an unmatched experience and we've returned half a dozen times. There are many reasons that National Geographic ranks the Pacuare in … [Read more...]
Pacuare Gilligan’s Island
The Pacuare river to the tune of the 'Gilligan's Island' theme song... You won't want this rafting trip to end with the sunset and by pausing in the middle for one or two nights at a riverside rustic camp you can turn it into one of Costa Rica's iconic adventures. … [Read more...]