This adventure kicks off at Villa Lapas Reserve and Wild Life Sanctuary, one of most biodiverse regions of the country. A 4 kilometer (~ 2.5 miles) trail winds and meanders through this 400-acre private reserve and over five bridges, suspended 70 feet above the forest floor. These bridges offer a perfect birds-eye-view of the canopy’s flora and fauna, while leaving the creatures of the forest virtually undisturbed. Enjoy lunch and a break for souvenir shopping after your sky walk, then step into a boat for a two-hour boat ride along the Guacalillo river canals, a 20-minute bus ride from Villa Lapas. As you glide through the water, you’ll spot howler monkeys, bright scarlet macaws and other species of tropical birds among the lush Pacific Coast mangroves. What you may need: • Comfortable light clothes • Comfortable walking shoes such as Teva-style or tennis shoes • Insect Repellent • Sunscreen • Sunglasses • Cash for souvenirs, tips, and coffee if available • Drinking water Cost: $130 USD - Wedensday only - Please sign up before 8 pm on Monday. - Guided tour - Full-day tour departs Retreat Center at 7:30 am, returns at 6 pm - Lunch included - Travel time: Approximately 2.5-3 hours.

Like most excursions in Costa Rica, part of the adventure is just getting there. Participants will cross the central mountain range—a unique opportunity- to reach their destination. Upon arrival a short hike will take you through a secondary growth forest which ends in the property’s private reserve of awe-inspiring mostly primary growth forest. There you will find the hot springs in the heart of the rainforest, where you can relax and immerse yourself in seven warm, healing volcanic hot springs pools. The pools vary in temperature, depth and mineral content, but the mineral-rich waters with therapeutic copper-salt have profound healing properties and will help restore and improve your natural energy levels. A delicious lunch follows. What you may need: • Comfortable walking shoes such as Teva-style or tennis shoes • Insect Repellent • Bathing suit • Towel • Drinking water • Backpacks and other items may often be left on the bus, which will be locked and supervised by our drivers during the eco-adventure. Cost: $130 USD - Wedensday only - Please sign up before 8 pm on Monday. - Guided tour - Full-day tour departs Retreat Center at 7:30 am, returns at 6 pm - Lunch included - Travel time: Approximately 2.5 hours.

This adventure kicks off at Villa Lapas Reserve and Wild Life Sanctuary, one of most biodiverse regions of the country. A 4 kilometer (~ 2.5 miles) trail winds and meanders through this 400-acre private reserve and over five bridges, suspended 70 feet above the forest floor. These bridges offer a perfect birds-eye-view of the canopy’s flora and fauna, while leaving the creatures of the forest virtually undisturbed. Enjoy lunch and a break for souvenir shopping after your sky walk, then step into a boat for a two-hour boat ride along the Guacalillo river canals, a 20-minute bus ride from Villa Lapas. As you glide through the water, you’ll spot howler monkeys, bright scarlet macaws and other species of tropical birds among the lush Pacific Coast mangroves. What you may need: • Comfortable light clothes • Comfortable walking shoes such as Teva-style or tennis shoes • Insect Repellent • Sunscreen • Sunglasses • Cash for souvenirs, tips, and coffee if available • Drinking water Cost: $130 USD - Wedensday only - Please sign up before 8 pm on Monday. - Guided tour - Full-day tour departs Retreat Center at 7:30 am, returns at 6 pm - Lunch included - Travel time: Approximately 2.5-3 hours.