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Samara Trails in Werner Sauter Biological Reserve

4.7 (121 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Samara Trails in Werner Sauter Biological Reserve

About this activity

Located in Playa Samara, the paths of the Werner Sauter Biological

Reserve, will lead you to an amazing hiking tour. To discover Samara

trails on a different light, our experienced guide will amaze you with

interesting facts, regarding our biodiversity and its many wonders. Come

join us to visit one of the only private reserves in Guanacaste.

The tropical dry forest is one of the most vulnerable and rare biomes of Central America. In Guanacaste, the characteristic six month dry season leaves the land susceptible to wildfires that often devastate the forest and its wildlife. As if this was not enough, over the past 40 years widespread deforestation and large scale agriculture have reduced the dry forests to a mere fraction of what they were in the past.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Samara Adventures

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–65 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: Driver/guide
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Not included

  • Not included: Drinks
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Pictures

Itinerary

  1. Werner Sauter Biological Reserve

    The tropical dry forest is one of the most vulnerable and rare bio-mes of Central America.

    In Guanacaste, the characteristic six month dry season leaves the land susceptible to wildfires that often devastate the forest and its wildlife. As if this was not enough, over the past 40 years widespread deforestation and large scale agriculture have reduced the dry forests to a mere fraction of what they were in the past.

    Undoubtedly this type of forest houses one of the most interesting and complex ecosystems of the area; the natural scarcity of water has caused wildlife to evolve and thrive in an environment with fewer nutrients than other tropical forests while also maintaining the ability endure six months of intense tropical rain.

    Samara Trails tour takes you through the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, one of the only private reserves in Guanacaste.

  2. Samara Trails

    This 2.5-hour guided hike starts in a former cattle farm, continues through a mango plantation, you can eat all the organic mangos that you want!, and finally takes you to the reserve where nature runs wild.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Iguana Inn
  • Hotel Villas Playa Samara Beach Front
  • Rancho De La Playa
  • Fenix Hotel - On The Beach
  • Mermaids Hotel
  • Las Brisas del Pacifico
  • Condo Hotel Samara Heights
  • Hotel Casa Valeria
  • Bellavista Suites By Villas Verdes
  • The Hideaway Hotel
  • Hotel Belvedere
  • Hotel Giada

and 7 more pickup points

Using your ticket

  • Dress code is casual-sporty
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant women

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Options

  • Afternoon Samara Trails Hike

    Located in Samara Beach, this hiking tour is an experience you will not forget. It is a 2.5 hour hike departing at 2:30pm Bottled water & juices included.

    Duration: 3 hours

    Pickup included

  • Morning Samara Trails Hike

    Located in Samara Beach, this hiking tour is an experience you will not forget. It is a 2.5 hour hike departing at 6:30am Bottled water & juices included.

    Duration: 3 hours

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.7 out of 5 · 121 reviews
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