Rainforest Activities

Costa Rica Rainforest Adventures

Enjoy guided and self-guided hikes and birding along the dramatic coastal rainforest and throughout our 165-acre preserve, surrounded by thousands of acres of pristine tropical rainforest full of fruit trees and tropical flowering plants. Explore the primary and secondary rainforest by hiking our labyrinth of flat, undulating, and steep trails that wind through and connect through the Piedras Blancas National Park. These trails are perfect for all levels of guided and self-guided hikes. Since access to the park is through private properties reachable by boat only, you can be guaranteed little to no encounters with other people, making your experience truly one with nature.

Waterfall Hike

This is a 4-hour (round trip) trail that leads from the lodge to a beautiful waterfall, where you can swim in a natural swimming hole tucked away in the jungle. This is a mostly flat trail with a short waterfall rappel that offers exciting and serious hiking but avoids steep elevations.

Rainforest Loop Trail

For true adrenaline lovers, hike up a steep trail and enjoy amazing views of the gulf and the lushness of the rainforest from our canopy-level platform. This is just halfway. Hike further to the top and then down the other side. Earn a guilt-free swing in the hammock for the rest of the day!

Chico Jungle Trail

This trail offers the hiker a variety of experiences, from flat to inclining sections, with stream crossings, coastal trails, and a beach walk. Cool off from your hike and take a swim as you end at the beach!

Canopy Tour

Experience the thrill of soaring through the treetops by booking a local canopy tour, outside of the lodge, where you'll glide above the rainforest floor and witness breathtaking views of the lush landscape below. This exhilarating adventure offers a unique perspective of Costa Rica's diverse wildlife and flora, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the jungle from a bird's-eye view.

Tracks ‘n' Tracking

Follow the footprints of various wildlife with a reformed hunter on this 1.5-hour guided tour. Explore the rich biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula and learn about the various wildlife that inhabits this unspoiled refuge. It's a journey you won't forget.

Corcovado Exploring Tour

The Corcovado exploring tour at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge takes guests on an unforgettable journey through one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse rainforests, Corcovado National Park. This adventure allows you to immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystems of the park, home to rare wildlife like jaguars, tapirs, scarlet macaws, and a variety of tropical plants.

Other Trails and Hikes in Puerto Jimenez

Hikes in Piedras Blancas National Park

Nicuesa Lodge trails connect with Piedras Blancas National Park. Our trails wind through the rainforest, offering short and longer excursions. They are all levels (easy/moderate and moderate/difficult). They range from 30 minutes to 2 hours. They can be self-guided or guided. Grab a trail map and explore!

Book Your stay