rancho margot adventures
Consult us over e-mail to help you plan your dream vacation with us.
Discover, connect and play
in our own backyard
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el mirador hike
1 hour / self guided
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Enjoy a self-guided hike to our Mirador look-out point where you see breathtaking scenery including the Children’s Eternal Forest and Lake Arenal. Upon reaching the hike's peak, you enjoy panoramic views of the extraordinary Arenal, Tenorio and Miravalles volcanoes. For more interactive/educational hike, request a professional guide at the front desk!
FOREST TRAILs
1 hour / self guided / FREE! with your stay
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Our hiking trails traverse along a transition zone (rainforest to cloudforest) where you can take in the majesty of secondary and mature forest ecosystems at work. On our footpaths, you can observe tropical birds, amphibians, reptiles, mammals and diverse insect and plant species.
LAKE ARENAL KAYAK TOUR
Head out to the shores of Lake Arenal where adventure and relaxation await! Kayak towards Arenal Volcano, explore the abundance of life within the many inlets you pass along the way, and feel refreshed as you jump into the lake for a swim.
2 hour / US$ 55.00 per person (2 minimum)
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2 hour / US$ 55.00 per person (2 minimum)
HORSEBACK TOUR
Depart from our stables on horseback and behold unforgettable views of over 60,000 hectares of rainforest, Lake Arenal, Arenal Volcano, Cerro Chato, Volcan Tenorio, Miravalles and Rincon de La Vieja.
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OPTIONS: Lake Arenal / El Mirador View Point
2 hour / US$ 55.00 per person (2 minimum)
HORSEBACK TOUR options
Depart on horseback from our stables and behold unforgettable views of over 60,000 hectares of rainforest, Lake Arenal, Arenal Volcano, Cerro Chato, Volcan Tenorio, Miravalles and Rincon de La Vieja. This is a great way to take in the Ranch and our neighbourhood!
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OPTIONS: Lake Arenal / El Mirador View Point
Don't miss the opportunity to get up close and personal with these wonderful animals, as our staff teach you how to hand-milk one of our grass-fed cows. With this important harvest, we produce 100% of our yogurt, cheese and other delicious dairy products.
COW MILKING
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1 hour / FREE! with Best Deal and Bunkhouse deal
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guided YOGA CLASS
One hour class offered twice daily (7 am & 4pm)
US $15/class drop-in yoga (mats and props are here); for day pass visitors/hotel guests, twice daily yoga is included in your stay. Visitors planning to attend early class are encouraged to call the day before as reception opens at 7 a.m. as well.
Imagine breathing deeply rainforest air, surrounded by all the sights, sounds, scents and feeling of the forest, inviting you to tune-in to nature and your place in it. All senses come alive, inspired by the rushing river, valley breeze, and playful birdsong, as you find and enjoy your practice in this space.
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2 hours / US$ 40.00 / FREE! with your stay
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guided RANCH TOUR
Dive into an experiential exploration of all aspects behind the sustainable and self-sufficient practices of Rancho Margot, from organic agriculture and food processing to energy production and carbon neutrality.
fishing in the pond
FREE! with your stay
We invite you to visit our fish pond, adjacent to the river and bordered by lush vegetation. Here, you can relax in the tranquil setting of our docks, watch the waterfowl and just be here for awhile. Catch and release of our Guapote can be bring hours of fun!
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1 hour / US$ 25.00 per person ( 2 minimum)
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night hike tour
Hiking along rainforest paths after dusk, on this guided excursion, you will identify new landscapes, mini-landscapes burgeoning with life, and delight in the wildlife that emerges at night.
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1 hour / Contact for price and service available
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MASSAGE TREATMENT
Wrap up your trip with the deepest form of relaxation, by enjoying a professional massage treatment in our therapeutic bodywork center, surrounded by gardens and aromas of rainforest flowers.
