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Danaus Ecological Sanctuary and Butterfly Gardens

  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary frog
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary guides
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary sloth
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary toucan
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary trails
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary woodpecker
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary frog
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary guides
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary sloth
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary toucan
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary trails
  • Danaus Ecological Sanctuary woodpecker

This small ecological reserve regenerated naturally thanks to the efforts of a group of people concerned about environmental conversation and education for children and adults.

What to expect

This wonderful project has greatly contributed to the sustainable tourism development of La Fortuna.

We will take a circuit path through a secondary forest in regeneration. The trail is suitable for anyone. Along the way, we will discover a botanical garden with more than 600 species of plants, a butterfly garden with more than 40 species, areas designated to the natural reproduction of frogs, medicinal plant gardens, and a wetland declared as a site of national importance for the nesting and observation of aquatic birds.

In addition to these sites, the entire trail provides excellent observation points to see wildlife in rejuvenation; frogs, butterflies, snakes, turtles, alligators, sloths, basilisk lizards, agoutis, and birds are normally seen in this place. We will end the tour with a quick visit to the Eco Center souvenir shop where we will have a delicious snack of fresh fruit.

  • Round trip transportation
  • Spanish/English guide
  • Entrance fee

Pick-up Time: 8:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

Departure Point and Hotels:

  • Arenal Country Inn
  • Casa Luna
  • Los Lagos
  • Volcano Lodge
  • Volcano Inn
  • Arenal Springs
  • Arenal Manoa
  • Arenal Paraíso
  • Montaña de Fuego
  • Kokoro
  • Tacotal
  • Kioro
  • Tabacón
  • Mountain Paradise
  • Nayara
  • The Springs
  • Arenal Lodge
  • Lost Iguana

We will pick you up from other hotels in the area, however, an extra charge per person will be applied.  Please consult with our agents.

If your hotel is not listed please go to any of the hotels in this list 15 minutes before the time of departure.

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

  • Hiking or tennis shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Poncho or rain jacket
  • Insect repellent
  • Money for snacks, souvenirs, or tips

  • Allowed to all ages
  • Children must be accompanied by a paying adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the tour.

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