Overnight Bribri Culture Experience in Yorkin Community

Bribri Indigenous territory, Costa Rica

Overnight Bribri Culture Experience in Yorkin Community

Looking for a unique and immersive cultural experience? Venture into the heart of the Talamanca indigenous territory on the upper part of the Yorkin river. Departing from the town of Bambú, you'll take a trip in a traditional dugout canoe to the Yorkin community.

Once there, you'll have the chance to share in daily life, hike interpretive trails with native guides, taste local food, and learn folklore from ancient times. You'll gain a deep understanding of the Bribri people and their way of life.

After a day of exploration and learning, you'll spend the night in the community's traditional lodge, immersing yourself even further in the local culture. The following day, you'll depart by canoe with a new understanding of the Bribri people and their way of life.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the culture of the Bribri people. Book your trip today and venture into the heart of the Talamanca indigenous territory.

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Duration

2 Days / 1 Night

Travel Style

Cultural Immersion, Off the Beaten Path and Active Adventure

Languages

Spanish and English

Physical Activity

Moderate activity

Location

Rural Communities and River

Connect

Wifi: None
Cell: Limited
Starts at:

$125/traveler

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Speaks: Spanish and English

Highlights

  • Ride in a dug out canoe along the river to reach the community
  • Participate in daily Yorkin life, and learn from a culture struggling to maintain its identity.
  • Practicing basket weaving and traditional roof thatching
  • Prepare and eat traditional meals + learn about local chocolate prodcution
  • Spend the night in the community's traditional lodge.

Details

Schedule

Depart from Bambú at 8am to begin the tour

Availability

Flexible Departure Date
All year

Group

2 travelers minimum

What's Included

Lodging

1 Night Community Lodge

Guide

Bilingual guide

Food

All meals included

Transport

Boat

Your Local Host

Talamanca Ecotourism and Conservation Association (ATEC)

Talamanca Ecotourism and Conservation Association (ATEC)

Locally Owned Community Association

ATEC, as Puerto Viejo's pioneering ecotourism provider, has been offering environmentally and socially conscious experiences for over 25 years in the breathtaking Talamanca region of Costa Rica. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Caribbean coast as

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Getting There

Transport options

Drive and Get picked up (extra $)
The tour begins in the small town of Bambú where you'll ride in a dugout canoe along the Yorkin River to the community! It's about 40 minutes from Puerto Viejo - you can drive yourself or we can arrange transport for you.
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