Sloth & Animal Sanctuary ATV Tour
Trip Highlights
Fun exploring Guanacaste's rugged mountains and coastlines
Visit three beaches
Swim, snorkel and relax beachside
Description
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Join Playa Flamingo Tours on our ATV and animal sanctuary tour in Guanacaste, Costa Rica! This four-hour guided tour will take you off the beaten path and into the rugged mountains and coastline of Guanacaste. You'll be driving your own ATV, so don't worry about navigating those potholes and dirt trails - we've got you covered.
Our destination is the Diamante Eco Adventure Park, home to the only sloth rescue refuge in the area. This state-of-the-art facility in Playa Matapalo is known for its wildlife rescue work, and you'll get to see firsthand the amazing animals they care for. Meet a family of Two-Toed Sloths, White-Faced Capuchin monkeys, Toucans, Spider Monkeys, Marmosets, Gray Foxes, Crocodiles, Caimans, Turtles, Iguanas, Butterflies, Frogs, Parrots, small birds, Wild Turkeys, Snakes, and even jungle cats like Ocelots, Jaguars, Margays, and Pumas.
After your encounter with the animals, hop back on your ATV and make your way back down to sea level. You'll visit three different beaches, each with its own unique character and beauty. Take a dip in the crystal-clear water, go snorkeling, or just relax on the sand - the choice is yours. Your tour guide will be with you every step of the way, showing you the best spots and points of interest, and even snapping some pictures for you to remember the day.
Our ATV Adventure starts in Playa Potrero at our main office, where you'll start at sea level and begin your climb up the Monkey Trail to an elevation of over 1,200 feet. Once you arrive at the Sloth Sanctuary, you'll have the opportunity to take a short hike and learn about the animals from your expert guide. After your animal encounter, it's back on the ATV for a thrilling ride down to the beach.
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind tour. Book with Playa Flamingo Tours today and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Enjoy four hours of ecological fun exploring Guanacaste’s rugged mountains and coastline. Our newest guided tour will take you on an adventure of a lifetime as you explore the back roads and trails by ATV. Potholes and dirt trails are handled with ease as you make your way to our newest destination.
Nestled in the foothills of Guanacaste lies Diamante Eco Adventure Park, home to the only sloth rescue refuge in the area. Known for its wildlife rescue work, Diamante rehabilitates injured, orphaned, or confiscated wildlife at its state-of-the-art facility in Playa Matapalo. A visit to Diamante’s animal sanctuary will not only bring you face-to-face with a family of Two-Toed Sloths but also White-Faced Capuchin monkeys, Toucans, Spider Monkeys, Marmosets, Gray Foxes, Crocodiles, Caimans, Turtles, Iguanas, Butterflies, Frogs, Parrots, small birds, Wild Turkeys, Snakes and more…such as our jungle cats Ocelots, Jaguars, Margays, and Pumas.
After the wildlife, jump back in and drive your off-road ATV back down to sea level. You’ll visit 3 different beaches and have opportunities to swim, snorkel or just relax beachside. Your guide will show you the best spots and points of interest and take pictures for you along the way. By the end of your outing, you will have plenty of fun pictures to share with your friends and memories to last a lifetime.
Your ATV Adventure begins in Playa Potrero at our main office where you will start at sea level and begin your climb up the Monkey Trail to an elevation of over 1,200′. Once you arrive at the Sloth Sanctuary you will have the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife at different stages of their rehabilitation. Then you’ll saddle up again on your ATV for the return trip to visit the beaches north of Playa Flamingo, including Playa Danta, Playa Penca, and Playa Potrero.
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