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Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth’s Territory

About this experience

Sloth’s Territory is a private reserve located in El Tanque, less than 10 minutes away from La Fortuna downtown (Arenal Volcano).
The place, managed by the Rodriguez Perez Family, it’s a truly gem with vibrant flora & fauna.
The observation hike, a truly enigmatic experience is developed through a safe path. this trail runs the reserve along La Havana River, and offers the opportunity to observe many kind of animals in it’s natural habitat.
Two & three-toed sloths, opossums, red frogs, porcupines, different kind of birds such as; Toucans, Tanagers, Royal Flycatchers, Hummingbirds, Parrots, Honeycreepers, Cinnamon Woodpeckers, enrich the activity.
Our expert guide will carefully show you, all our different attractions and will give you through a unique lifetime experience.
The tour includes a trained guide during the whole hike with professional telescope and it finish with a break to enjoy our more selected seasonal fruits (most of them from our organic field).

At a glance

  • Duration: 1 hr–2 hr

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Sloth Watching Tour

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Time on the tour1 hr–2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 1 hr–2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Seasonal fruits

Itinerary and highlights

Sloth’s Territory is a private reserve located in El Tanque, less than 10 minutes away from La Fortuna downtown (Arenal Volcano).
The place, managed by the Rodriguez Perez Family, it’s a truly gem with vibrant flora & fauna.
The observation hike, a truly enigmatic experience is developed through a safe path. this trail runs the reserve along La Havana River, and offers the opportunity to observe many kind of animals in it’s natural habitat.
Two & three-toed sloths, opossums, red frogs, porcupines, different kind of birds such as; Toucans, Tanagers, Royal Flycatchers, Hummingbirds, Parrots, Honeycreepers, Cinnamon Woodpeckers, enrich the activity.
Our expert guide will carefully show you, all our different attractions and will give you through a unique lifetime experience.
The tour includes a trained guide during the whole hike with professional telescope and it finish with a break to enjoy our more selected seasonal fruits (most of them from our organic field).

For our night hike starting at 6:00pm, it is the best time to look for animals with nocturnal behavior.
During this hike, you will have the chance to see different kind of frogs, kinkajous, snakes, spiders, bats and eventually: two and three-toed sloths (but it is not the focus of this specific hike).
While the night starts and the sky gets full of stars, our well-trained guide will keep you safe while you continue the hike through our property.
The trail is accessible for all ages, so this is an activity where the whole family can enjoy it.
The duration of this activity is 1 and a half to 2 hours.
The tour includes a trained guide during the whole hike, with professional equipment, a flashlight for each participant and we finish as well with a break of enjoying fresh seasonal fruits.

What to bring: •insect repellent •light clothes •rain gear.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Por favor llegar a la dirección indicada como mínimo 10 minutos antes de la hora de inicio...

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Sloth's Territory

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 1 hr–2 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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