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Gastronomic Experience: Traditional Costa Rican Cuisine From Monteverde
The purpose of this experience is to provide you a real experience to cook different traditional recipes that are part of the Costa Rican culture. You can participate in the whole process, from the dish preparation to the tasting. Classes are held in an area that has been very well equipped, each participant is given a personalized apron and hair covered. The experience takes place on a family farm in the surroundings of Santa Elena and Monteverde. The family is the one that assists you and will present the experience of Tica cuisine. All the ingredients and utensils for the cooking class will be provided to each participant. ´´Achiotada´´ chicken, chicken with vegetables, rice with chicken, ´´vigorones´´ (pork meat), rice and beans with Caribbean chicken, tortillas, meat pot, chorreadas, prestiños, etc. are some of the different recipes we must prepare, accompanied by a natural drink with fresh fruit Seasonal, coffee, chocolate, or aguadulce.
5.0(4)
4h 30m
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
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$147
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Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine
With the help of your native hosts you'll gain local cuisine skills that can be simple repeated to enjoy at home! Savor the essence of Tico (Costa Rican) living through our local gastronomy and connect with the local culture. Share the Pura Vida living with us. Vegetarians are welcome!
5.0(4)
2 Hours
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$69
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Authentic Monteverde Cooking Class in a Local Home
This isn’t just a cooking class — it’s an authentic Costa Rican home experience. You’ll step into Elizabeth’s family kitchen, surrounded by the aromas of fresh local ingredients and the charm of a real Monteverde home. Unlike larger, tourist-focused classes, this is an intimate, hands-on experience where you not only learn recipes but also share stories, laughter, and a homemade meal around the table. Every dish is prepared the way locals have done for generations, making it a true taste of Costa Rican culture.
5.0(2)
3 Hours
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
From
$75
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4 Hours ATV Exclusive Jaguar Waterfalls
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our exclusive tours, offering private access to breathtaking, grand waterfalls where you can take a refreshing swim in their crystal-clear waters. While we utilise portions of rural public roads, our priority is immersing you in the beauty of nature at every turn. Your safety is our top priority, ensuring a secure and serene experience as you connect with the natural world around you. Join us for a unique journey into hidden gems and pristine landscapes.
4.9(276)
4 Hours
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$130
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3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Tour
The Monteverde Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Tour offers a different perspective to witness the Monteverde Cloud Forest and it's countryside, where you can appreciate the beauty and tranquility of rural Costa Rican life, a world away from the tourist crowds and traffic. Visitors are given the rare privilege of exploring this beautiful private farm on a guided walk, from where you will see the amazing process of 3 very important products worldwide, as well as enjoy coffee, cocoa and sugar cane plantations. Our guides will explain you all the processes of these 3 products and you will also taste each one of them. One of our main features is the infrastructure, where all of the trails are made of cement, which will allow the tour on sunny or rainy days. Families with children who need to take their stroller or people with some physical limitation will not have trouble walking with a walker, crutches or wheelchair. Private tours can be arranged as well as group tours with prior notice.
4.8(18)
2h 30m
Puntarenas
From
$90
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Monteverde Cloud Forest and Coffee Tour Shore Excursion
During this tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest, which features six hanging bridges. After visiting the cloud forest, you will visit a coffee plantation where you will learn more about how the product is created.
4.4(22)
8 Hours
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
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$174
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Venado Island, island cultural tour and floating restaurant
Discover the essence of island life with our tour of Venado Island, a unique experience that combines nature, culture and local flavor. We set sail from Puntarenas with the possibility of spotting dolphins in their natural environment, while sailing between the picturesque islands of the Gulf of Nicoya. Upon arriving at Isla Venado, we board a bus that takes us on a tour around the island. Along the way, you will discover hidden beaches, recreational areas and the colorful neighborhoods where the locals live, all accompanied by explanations that connect you with their history and lifestyle. After the tour, we enjoyed a delicious lunch in a floating restaurant, surrounded by nature and tranquility. Finally, you will have free time to relax on the beach, swim or simply gaze at the beautiful scenery. An authentic and enriching adventure, ideal for those who want to know the most genuine side of Costa Rica.
6 Hours - 8 Hours
Puntarenas
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$85
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class
Discover the authentic flavors of Costa Rica in this hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare traditional dishes, just like our ancestors did. Guided step-by-step and using fresh local ingredients, you’ll cook classic recipes like Casado, Arroz con Pollo, Arroz de Maíz, or the popular Chifrijo. Choose between preparing a full lunch, dinner, or enjoying a traditional Costa Rican “cafecito” with homemade tortillas or empanadas. Connect with the roots of Costa Rican culture through food, fire, and flavor. Savor what you create and leave with a full belly and a deeper connection to our land. The Wood-Fired Stove Cooking Class option also includes a walk through lush medicinal gardens and a butterfly garden, where you’ll learn about native plants and traditions while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
3 Hours
Puntarenas
From
$135
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