Yorkín Indigenous Reserve (1 day Or +)
Yvan, local guide speaking French and English
Yvan is a passionate local guide, fluent in both French and English. Deeply connected to his region, he enthusiastically shares his knowledge of nature, local culture, and Costa Rican history. With his friendly and approachable style, every tour becomes an authentic and enriching experience.
An experience at your own pace
Several options are available depending on your time and desire for immersion.
One day to get a first glimpse of the local culture and way of life.
Two days and one night to go deeper, share more moments, and better understand the community’s daily life.
Three days and two nights for full immersion, truly becoming part of the family and living a deeply authentic human experience.
price
$110 per person for 1 day, perfect for getting a first insight into local life.
$135 per person for 2 days and 1 night, to go deeper and spend more time with the family.
$200 per person for 3 days and 2 nights, a full immersion to truly become part of the family.
All options include meals, transportation, and activities.
Children under 12 years old: half price.
Adventure, culture and nature: the program of your Yorkín experience
The meeting point is in Puerto Viejo around 8:00 a.m. After a drive to the river, the adventure begins with approximately a 1.5-hour canoe ride through the dense jungle of Talamanca, a spectacular journey along the water.
Upon arrival in the Bribri village of Yorkín, you will be welcomed by a local family with whom you will share your stay. Depending on the duration chosen, the program includes discovering Bribri culture, learning how to make traditional chocolate from cacao, an introduction to medicinal plants used for generations, and relaxing moments such as swimming in nearby rivers and waterfalls.
Traditional meals are shared with the family in a simple and warm atmosphere. The next day, after lunch, it is time to take the canoe back, with your heart full of memories and emotions.
A one-day option is also available for those who wish to discover Yorkín in a single day while experiencing the essence of this unique adventure.
Immersion in the heart of the Bribri village of Yorkín
Live a rare and deeply human experience in the heart of the Yorkín Indigenous Reserve, accessible only by canoe. Here, time slows down and nature sets the rhythm of daily life.
During your stay, you are welcomed by a Bribri Yorkín family and share their daily life, traditions, and worldview. This is not a classic tourist visit, but a true immersion, where you become, for a few days, a member of the community.
Surrounded by lush jungle, sacred rivers, and sincere exchanges, this experience invites you to disconnect from the unnecessary and reconnect with what truly matters.