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Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour

La Fortuna · Northern Plains & Arenal

Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour

4.4from 18 traveler ratings6h

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About this experience

The Maleku Indigenous Reserve is located in the Northern Region of Costa Rica. The reserve is home to three different villages, known as Palenques Margarita, Tonjibe y El Sol, all within the 2993 hectares (7395 acres) territory. The population is 1000 indigenous, and 80% speak the native dialect called Maleku Jaica. The purpose of this tour is to allow you to learn about the way of life of these indigenous groups in the present day and what they have done to keep their customs and traditions alive.

Description supplied by the tour operator via Viator.

Getting there

Hotel pickup in La Fortuna

Picks up at 23 listed locations, including:

  • Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
  • Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
  • Socialtel La Fortuna
  • Hotel La Pradera del Arenal
  • Baldi Hot Springs Hotel Resort & Spa
  • Nayara Tented Camp
  • +17 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Or meet the group at

Just drive in to the parking area and ask the receptionist about ecoterra Costa Rica Tours

Where

Maleku Chocolate

What you'll do

  1. The tour begins in La Fortuna at 8:00 am. After a 1 hour drive through the northern plains, you will arrive at the Indian community Palenque Tonjibe and be warmly received by their people. After a short presentation, you will begin a hike through the village to observe many important aspects of this unique place, such as the way they bury their dead, the antique type of home structures, and their artwork and craftsmanship which currently provide a means of income, the use of cocoa in their farming, and the creation of their clothing. Later you will continue with a walk along a forest trail with 600 meter long (0.37 miles) in order to learn about medicinal plants that the ancestors used, and how we benefit from them today. Here you will also observe some antique huacas or indigenous tombs. Finally you will pass through a Palenque were you will be treated to a traditional Maleku meal.

    4h hereAdmission included

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
2 more included
  • Traditional Maleku lunch
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi

Not included

  • Gratuities

Good to know

  • Easy physical level

Guided in en, es.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
3 more notes
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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