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Family adventures in Bijagua, Costa Rica

The best family activities in Bijagua

Bijagua is a small town surrounded by pristine jungle, with easy, memorable adventures for every age. Here are our favorites for families.

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Our top picks

Five family adventures around Bijagua

From bridges high above the rainforest to after-dark walks full of frogs, these outings are easy to enjoy together and packed with wildlife.

Yellow-eared Toucanet perched on a branch in the green forest

Hanging Bridges at Heliconias

Walk three hanging bridges 60 meters above the floor of primary tropical rainforest. Kids love the view from the treetops, and we look for toucanets and motmots along the way.

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Looking up at tall trees in a lush green rainforest

Hike to Cataratas Bijagua

An amazing waterfall hike through the forest, with a great spot to swim at the top. Bring a swimsuit and a towel.

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Keel-billed toucan perched among green rainforest leaves

Green Hills Wildlife

Just a few years ago this was a farm. Now it is a fantastic reserve with toucans, tanagers and tapirs, and one of the best places to see sloths in Bijagua.

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Close-up of a yellow eyelash viper at night

Frog's Paradise Night Tour

A nature reserve close to downtown with a night tour the whole family will enjoy. We see many species of snakes and frogs, plus mammals like woolly possums.

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Baird's tapir standing on grass at the rainforest edge

Tapir Valley Jungle Night Tour

The best night tour experience in Costa Rica and the best way to see tapirs in the wild, along with many species of frogs and reptiles.

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Why families choose us

Made for curious kids and their parents

Every outing is designed so the whole family can relax, learn and enjoy the jungle together.

  • Private groups at your pace

    It is just your family and your guide. We stop when little legs need a rest and linger when someone spots something exciting.

  • Certified naturalist guides

    Our local guides are certified naturalists who know where the sloths sleep and the frogs call. No question is too small.

  • Ethical wildlife viewing

    We watch animals in the wild from a respectful distance, never feeding or disturbing them, so kids learn to love nature the right way.

Animals your family can meet

A few of the creatures we often find on these adventures around Bijagua.

Three-toed sloth clinging to a tree trunk in lush forest
A three-toed sloth hanging out in the forest
Close-up of a Keel-billed Toucan against a black background
Keel-billed toucan, a family favorite
Baird's tapir with raised snout and a Groove-billed Ani perched on top
Baird's tapir with a bird hitching a ride
Red-eyed tree frog perched on a branch at night
Red-eyed tree frog on a night walk
Green glass frog with yellow spots perched on a leaf at night
Glass frog resting on a leaf
Mantled howler monkey perched in a tree holding leaves
Mantled howler monkey having a snack
Snowcap hummingbird with white crown perched on a mossy branch
Tiny snowcap hummingbird
Yellow tree frog perched on a branch at night
Yellow tree frog after dark

Pick your family's favorite adventure

Choose a tour and book your private outing online. A local naturalist guide will show your family the best of Bijagua's jungle.

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