Diria National Park: Private Naturalist-Led Hiking Experience

5.0(17)5 hours - 6 hoursEnglish, SpanishBook 12 hours aheadGuanacaste and Northwest, Costa Rica

From

$132

Meet your guide at a designated meeting point and drive together in your rental car to one of the region’s most hidden protected areas. Discover the tropical dry forest, rivers, and natural pools of Diría National Park. Depending on river conditions, enjoy an easy walk along park trails and nearby water holes, or hike upstream to reach Brazil Waterfall.

WHAT TO BRING - Water-friendly hiking shoes or strap sandals (Chacos, Tevas, Keens) - Light clothing and swimwear - Towel - Reusable water bottle - Mosquito repellent - Rain gear (May–November)

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

- You will drive your own rental car with the guide riding with you.

- Access road is gravel. High clearance or 4WD recommended for inexperienced drivers (not mandatory).

- Brazil Waterfall availability depends on seasonal water levels. Between late January and late May, the tour focuses on short trails and natural pools.

- Optional breakfast stop available for early departure and cooler temperatures.

Included

Fruits and Snacks
$2pp donation to AVELLANAS MANGROVE PROTECTION PROGRAM
1% of sales go to the NGO Funga Conservation
Optical Equipment (Spotting Scope or Binoculars)
Private Biologist or Naturalist Guide

Not included

Lunch
Transportation (can be requested as an add-on upon availability)

What you'll do

Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
Bakery Stop for optional pastry and use of restrooms (no visitor center or bathrooms are available at the Park)
We will cross a small river to arrive to park ranger station (knee level) and start the naturalist experience
Choose either to walk 3/4 mile loop trail (with a steep section) to discover the
local flora biodiversity, and tropical hardwoods to visit water holes to cool off. OR hike upstream 1/2 mile to Brazil waterfall
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
When you are ready we will drive back to Santa Cruz downtown, to get an optional lunch at a typical Restaurant

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

Depending on the location of your accommodation we either meet here, or meet somewhere closer to your accomodattion on the way to Santa Cruz Downtown.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people with mobility problems

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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