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Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Macro Photography & Bio Experience

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Macro Photography & Bio Experience

DETAILS

  • 71/2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Meal
  • Age

OVERVIEW

Discover the extraordinary miniature world of Costa Rica’s cloud forest during an immersive nature and photography experience at Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel. Join an expert for a hands-on macro photography workshop designed to reveal the fascinating details of the forest’s smallest inhabitants, from delicate plants and insects to the intricate textures and colors hidden throughout this remarkable ecosystem. Continue into El Silencio de los Ángeles Reserve, where you'll visit the biological station and learn about local conservation efforts and the importance of protecting this natural sanctuary. After exploring the cloud forest, return to Villa Blanca for a traditional Costa Rican buffet lunch before visiting the Tico House Museum, where local history and culture are complemented by agua dulce and artisanal cheeses. Conclude your experience with a stop at a local souvenir shop before returning to Puntarenas.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn macro photography techniques while capturing the cloud forest’s fascinating small-scale flora and fauna.
• Explore El Silencio de los Ángeles Reserve and discover Costa Rica’s conservation efforts at its biological station.
• Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican buffet lunch followed by a cultural visit to the Tico House Museum.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear sturdy walking shoes with good traction for gravel, uneven, and hilly forest trails.
• Bring a camera suitable for close-up photography and protect equipment from moisture or rain.
• Dress in layers and bring a waterproof jacket for the cool and changeable cloud forest climate.

Need to Know:

Note: This approximately 7½-hour excursion includes extended transportation and active walking over gravel, uneven, and uphill and downhill terrain. Guests must negotiate approximately 4 steps when entering and exiting the motorcoach. The tour is not recommended for wheelchair users or guests with walking difficulties. Although there are no established age, weight, or height restrictions, the operator suggests a minimum age of 12 years due to the walking involved; maximum age depends on the participant’s physical fitness. Pregnant guests should consult their physician before participating because of the uphill and downhill walking. Guests should not feed or touch wild animals encountered during the experience.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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