Costa Rica · Hiking

9-Hour Rio Celeste Hike and Sloth Sanctuary Tour from Tamarindo

9 Hours Round trip from M25H+8F6 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the magnificent blue waters of Rio Celeste
02 Visit Los Teñideros, where two crystal-clear streams create the river's famous colour
03 See the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park
04 Spot two different species of sloths in their natural habitat at the Sloth Sanctuary

A legend says that after God finished painting the sky, he washed his brushes in Rio Celeste. This hike takes you through Tenorio Volcano National Park to admire the river's magnificent blue waters, tropical rainforest scenery, Los Teñideros, volcanic vents, and the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall. After the hike, visit the Sloth Sanctuary to see different species of sloths in their natural habitat, then enjoy a traditional meal at the end of the journey.

A legend says that after God finished painting the sky, he washed his brushes in Rio Celeste.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Tamarindo, Santa Cruz Guanacaste

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rio Celeste Hike and Sloth Sanctuary Visit

Depart at 7:30 am.
Once at Tenorio Volcano National Park, your guide will give a short introduction, and then the hike begins through the tropical rainforest, where fauna and flora are plentiful.
During the hike, we will visit "Los Teñideros," where two streams of crystalline water come together and form the incredible blue colour that gives the river its name.
On the hike, you will also pass the volcano's furnace vents, which expel gases at extremely high temperatures.
Along the way, you will also see the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall, whose colours make it one of a kind.
Next, we go to the Sloth Sanctuary, where we see two different species of sloths and other wildlife in their natural habitat. These creatures are truly majestic.
The final reward is an exquisite traditional meal at the end of the journey.