Kekoldi & Bribi Indigenous Reserve Tour

Step into a captivating journey through the lush landscapes of the Kekoldy and Bri-Bri indigenous reserves, where ancient traditions intertwine with nature’s bounty. Our adventure begins at the iguana farm and medicinal plant garden of the Kekoldy reserve, where a devoted indigenous family nurtures the Green Iguana species back from the brink of endangerment.

Next, we’ll delve deeper into indigenous culture as we visit a Bri-Bri family in their reserve. Immerse yourself in their rich traditions as you discover the medicinal properties of local plants, passed down through generations. Then, witness the intricate process of chocolate-making, a revered practice in Bri-Bri culture, with uses ranging from ceremonial rituals to culinary delights and medicinal purposes.

Then we will visit another indigenous family in the Bri-Bri indigenous reserve to enjoy a brief tour learning about the properties and uses of some plants also, over there they are going to show us the process how to make chocolate, which is very important in the Bri-bri culture because they use it in purification rituals, food and also medicine. The last place that we will is a waterfall where you can take a bath and enjoy a fruit snack. The tour will finish in a restaurant of the zone were we take a Caribbean lunch.

Join us on this enriching journey as we celebrate the resilience and wisdom of Costa Rica’s indigenous communities, preserving both their cultural heritage and the precious biodiversity of their land.

Included: Bilingual guide, entrance to the reservation, bottle of water, snack, transportation from and to hotels in Cahuita and Puerto Viejo, and lunch.

What to bring:

Comfortable clothing, camera, sunglasses, water, sunscreen, walking shoes, cap or hat, insect repellent.

Tour Schedules:

• From Puerto viejo: 8:45 am y 9:00 am
• From Cahuita: 9:30 am

Children (3-10 years old). Children under 3 years old are free of charge.