Green Iguana Tours
Background
Many of the thousands of animal species that make the jungles of Costa Rica their home are in danger of extinction, among them the green iguana.
Tours
A. The KèköLdi Indigenous Forest Reserve Iguana Project:
Help support this rustic iguana project with a self-guided tour or take a short guided interpretive hike around the Indigenous Forest Reserve.
Duration: 20 minutes or 2-3 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: 20 minute tour $5 per person, 2-3 hour tour $20 per person
Location: The entrance of the KèköLdi Reserve, 5 km from Puerto Viejo, 15 minutes
B. Guided Tour of the Iguana Verde Foundation:
On Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday morning, arrive at 10am to learn about the Green Iguana of Talamanca. Watch a short film and take a guided tour around the Foundation’s grounds. Proceeds go to educate local youth on the importance of protecting this key species.
Duration: 2-3 hour tour or a self guided tours available any day before 5 pm
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $15 per person with guide on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, $5 self guided tour.
Location: Playa Chiquita, 7 km south of Puerto Viejo, 20 minutes by bus
Special Hints:
Bring a little cash, hand made souvenirs are available.
