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Thermal Canyon Zipline & Stargazing
It´s a good idea to head out early so you can enjoy the freshness of the morning and get the most out of your day. Rio Perdido is quite out of the way, so wildlife is given free reign here - we've rarely seen so much nature in one place! Butterflies, monkeys and iguanas are all over the place and you'll often see rare purple orchids and strangler figs.
After breakfast, enjoy a great Canyon Adventure surrounded by the beautiful nature of the tropical dry-forest at Rio Perdido. While there are hundreds of zip-line tours throughout the country, the Canyon Adventure at Rio Perdido is truly innovative. Under the guidance of renowned adventure designers, at Rio Perdido they have created a sequence that will please and surprise. The inspiring Rio Blanco canyon that runs through the property, is the main stage for this awesome cable-based adventure. You will rappel down for the thrill of a lifetime. Make your way along the river bed by down-climbing and rappelling rock based as well as suspended platforms. Enjoy the amazing pendulum cable as well as 5 zip wires. For some great refreshment, enjoy the water station in the middle of the circuit. To continue enjoying with the amazing Tarzan Swing and 27-meter Challenge Bridge that all make for a great adventure activity with the Rio Blanco canyon in the leading role.
The rest of the day is at leisure. If you are in for some more activity and immersion into Costa Rica's flora and fauna, you could optionally explore the area on a walking tour to hidden waterfalls, medicinal springs and panoramic viewpoints. Mountain biking is another great way to get to know the area and the Rio Perdido Eco-Lodge offers an eclectic circuit, which offers solid rock segments, sand, raw earthbridges, ramps, banks, and even a few downhill sections in the advanced circuit. If you're looking for a more relaxing experience, you could go river tubing (only available in summer) down the Rio Blanco; a great way to soak up the canyon.
Whatever you choose, we highly recommend relaxing in the natural volcanic mud pools, the thermal river and the on-site thermo-mineral pools, where you can make the most of the natural sauna and massages.
In the early evening, you will head out with your guide on a magical night experience. When the sun is starting to fall, and the light mystically disappears from the sky, leaving you in the peaceful darkness of the jungle, you will head out to observe the nightly activity of the forest and do some wonderful stargazing. By nightfall, more than 60% of the forest life awakens, but not before the wildlife of the day shift rushes through the forest to find a final snack before going off to bed. This allows you to observe different mammals, insects, amphibians and reptiles. Your guide will lead you through the forest and over two suspension zip lines to a panoramic lookout, which is an amazing place to stargaze, because of the complete absence of artificial illumination. See the lit domes that mark the distant urban centers and appreciate 360 degrees of undisturbed nature under the moonlight.
Tip: Don't forget to pack your sunscreen, insect repellent and plenty of water when you go hiking.