Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Sights
Finca La Isla
GARDENS
8886-8530, 2750-0046; self-guided/guided tour US$6/12;
10am-4pm Fri-
Mon)
West of town, this farm and botanical garden has been producing organic pepper, cacao,
tropical fruits and ornamental plants for over a decade. Birds and wildlife abound, includ-
ing sloths, poison-dart frogs and toucans. Informative guided tours (minimum three
people) include admission, fruit tasting and a glass of fresh juice; alternatively, buy a
booklet (US$1) and take a self-guided tour.
Aiko-logi
WILDLIFE RESERVE
( 2750-2084, 8997-6869;
http://aiko.peppendale.com
;
day tour incl transport & lunch US$60,
overnight stay per person incl meals US$99; )
Nestled into the Cordillera de Talamanca, 15km outside Puerto Viejo, this private
135-hectare reserve is centered on a former
finca,
on land fringed with dense primary rain-