Getting to Know Locals in Costa Rica

Experience the culture of the Bribri people in the Talamanca indigenous territory. Take a traditional dugout canoe to the Yorkin community and learn about their way of life.

Explore Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula with a small group of intrepid travelers and Lokal co-founders. Connect with local residents, explore pristine swimming holes, observe incredible wildlife, and relax on beautiful beaches.

At Localista, we specialize in providing authentic and locally-focused travel experiences in Costa Rica, tailored to the needs of both groups and individual travelers. As passionate travelers ourselves, we strive to design experiences that capture...

Visit the Alta Laguna de Osa Indigenous Territory in Gran Chiriquí to learn about the traditional ways of the Ngöbe people.

Experience the work of artisanal gold miners and the history of Rancho Quemado and the Osa Peninsula. Learn about gold mining techniques and try your hand at them!

The small 300 person village of Rancho Quemado is located in the heart of the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica! Here you will find an inviting and friendly rural community offering a wide range of activities. While staying in Rancho Quemado, you will b...

Explore a coffee farm and learn about the coffee making process with Santos Tour. Enjoy a coffee tasting and lunch in Cascadas del Savegre Restaurant.

Experience the adventurous side of Costa Rica on this 8 day journey through some of Costa Rica’s wildest destinations! Traverse the Braulio Carrillo National Park and stay in local lodges.

Explore Costa Rica from the breathtaking highlands to the beaches of the South Pacific and the Poas Volcano area. Participate in sustainable farming, local culture, and more.

Join the Villalobos family on a canoe trip into their private lagoon, set amidst primary rainforest. You'll hike through a jungle trail and paddle down a peaceful river.

Visit 6 tasting locations in Puerto Viejo and sample food that represents the diversity of the culinary heritage. Meet local cooks and learn about traditional ingredients.

The Coopecedral cooperative is comprised of 36 members. Between guiding, cooking, and offering sleeping arrangements there is plenty for the families to work on with regards to tourism. Froilan Díaz Solano is the president of Coopecedral and is th...

Experience a one hour hike up a mountain to Corcovado National Park with Xiña, a dynamic local guide. Spend the night in her rustic cabin for an unparalleled view of the Gulfo Dulce.

Discover the landscapes and country lifestyle at the foothills of two incredible volcanoes in Cartago Valley, Costa Rica.

Learn about the flavors and cooking styles of the Caribbean with a personal cooking lesson at the home of a local chef. Experience the flavors of the Caribbean!

Experience the thrill of white water rafting on the Pacuare River and stay at a quaint riverside cabin. Enjoy homecooked meals, world-class rafting, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Visit a traditional sugarcane mill and learn the process of producing sugar cane juice and snacks. Participate from start to finish and buy snacks and drinks made on site.

Explore Costa Rica from the highlands to the beaches of the South Pacific and the Arenal volcano area. Get to know a rural community and the Terraba indigenous people. Enjoy a mangrove tour and relax in a small beach town.

At Lokal Travel, we are proud to partner with Sumak Travel, a Costa Rican-based tour operator that excels in delivering genuine experiences, immersing travelers in the country's abundant natural wonders and diverse cultural heritage. With a 5-star...