Ecofest Sarapiquí: Nature, Adventure, and Culture Through November 1

Ecofest Sarapiquí 2026 is a cultural and tourism festival running through November 1, featuring adventure activities, birdwatching, theater, chocolate, and cycling at various locations throughout the canton. The initiative is organized by the Municipality of Sarapiquí and the Sarapiquí Tourism Chamber (CATUSA), in collaboration with local businesses.

Featured Activities

Experiences on offer include rafting, boat tours, canopy tours, horseback riding, ATV rides, hiking, hanging bridges, and birdwatching, as well as visits to farms growing heart of palm, pineapple, bananas, cacao, and pepper.

• October 10: “Aves Viajeras” (Traveling Birds), featuring migratory bird and raptor watching at Lapa Verde Wildlife Refuge, starting at 8 a.m.
• October 17 and 25: Rafting Festival at Hacienda Pozo Azul, starting at 9 a.m.
• October 18: OET-UNA Environmental and Cultural Fair, “Puente de Conocimiento” (Bridge of Knowledge), at La Selva Biological Station.
• October 24: Performance of the play “Medio Ambiente a Medias” at Hotel Aranwa, starting at 3 p.m.
• October 25: Costa Rica Best Chocolate Fair in Chilamate, featuring cacao and chocolate activities and tastings, starting at 8 a.m.
• October 31 and November 1: MTB Cup at the Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí Sports Complex, starting at 9 a.m.