San Miguel To Puerto Viejo De SarapiquíThings to do

Things to do in San Miguel To Puerto Viejo De Sarapiquí

  1. Serpentario

    A great, locally run attraction is La Virgen’s famous snake garden, where you can get face-to-face with more than 60 different species of reptiles and amphibians, including poison-dart frog, anaconda and the star attraction, an 80kg Burmese python. The owner of the serpentario, Lydia, gives impromptu tours and takes certain snakes out of their cages for big hugs and memorable photo ops. The mural outside is most definitely tattoo-worthy.

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  2. Restaurante y Cabinas Tía Rosita

    Tía Rosita is the most highly recommended soda (lunch counter) in La Virgen, with excellent casados (set meals), Costa Rican–style chiles rellenos (stuffed fried peppers) and horchata (sweet rice shake), and service with a smile. The family also rents several cabinas (single/double/triple US$11/17/23) with private hot shower, TV, fan and plenty of breathing space. There’s an onsite internet cafe (₡300 per hour).

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  4. Centro Biológico Santuario De Mariposas Aguas Silvestres

    You’ll need your own wheels, or you can make arrangements through Rancho Leona, to visit this butterfly sanctuary in the mountains, run by the energetic Edgar Corrales. Guided hikes (in Spanish; US$12) take you through the rainforest along a waterfall trail and include a tour of the butterfly garden.

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  5. Aguas Bravas

    If you’re looking to organize a rafting or kayaking trip, a branch of Aguas Bravas is across the road from the bank.

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