Wetlands Boat Ride and Rum Tasting at Hacienda El Viejo, Tamarindo

Adventure at a family-owned "hacienda" or ranch where you will enjoy a spread of tropical fruits and fresh coffee or tea. From there, you will embark on a private boat safari of the wetlands, where you'll encounter an abundance of tropical birds, reptiles, and monkeys. You'll then return to land for a rum tour and tasting, where you'll learn about the process of creating high-quality rum from pure sugar cane and end with a delicious cocktail and stunning views of exotic birds along the banks of the lagoon.

Please note that transportation is not included, but can be added for an additional cost.

Immerse yourself in the unique Guanacaste landscape with a private Guanacaste Wildlife Safari & Rum Tasting Tour. Your adventure begins with a pick-up at your hotel, where you'll be taken to a family-owned "hacienda" or ranch. Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed with a spread of tropical fruits in the courtyard, where you can enjoy your refreshing snack and a cup of fresh coffee or tea while taking in the scenic views.

Next, head to the boat dock to embark on a private boat safari in the wetlands. While located along the Tempisque River, the area you'll be exploring today is privately owned by Hacienda El Viejo, ensuring a tranquil and exclusive experience. As your expert captain guides the boat along the river banks, you'll have many unforgettable wildlife encounters. Keep your camera ready to capture sightings of an incredible number of tropical bird species, such as rose spoon-billed storks or the mythical Jabirú stork. You'll also likely spot many reptiles, such as crocodiles, frogs, iguanas, and white-faced capuchin monkeys.

After your boat safari, head back to land for a rum tour and tasting. Hacienda El Viejo is surrounded by sugarcane crops, and you'll learn about every step of creating high-quality rum from pure sugar cane. First, you'll view the traditional extraction and cooking techniques used to prepare sugar cane juice. Then, you'll head to the distillery to learn about the fermentation and distillation process, followed by a tour of the Rickhouse, where the rum is aged in beautiful oak barrels to improve the taste. Finally, end the tour with a delicious cocktail made with aged Sabandi Rum. Take your cocktail outside to enjoy stunning views of exotic birds nesting and feeding along the banks of the lagoon for the perfect ending to your experience.