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The Sarapiqui region of Costa Rica is one rich in primary rainforest, natural
resources and wild life. Like other areas of the world today, these riches are
high in demand and in danger of destruction.
Responsible eco-tourism has proven to provide a chance for the survival of
the natural resources, and for curious visitors to experience the power of the
natural world first hand. Through naturalist adventure activities, such as
whitewater rafting, mountain biking, and hiking, we are seeking to provide
that chance in a way that is sustainable, educational, and FUN!
History
Aventuras del Sarapiqui began operation in January of 1993 offering tours to
bird watchers down the Sarapiqui River. Since then, the company has
grown to offer trips on Class I-V sections using paddle and oar rafts, trips in
small inflatable kayaks, and hard shell kayak tours and training.
All guides are trained in whitewater safety, rescue, CPR and first aid. As a
company, we take pride in the protection and maintenance of our local
environment.
• We train and employ local guides.
• We participate in environmental education and river clean up activities with
the Sarapiqui Conservation Learning Center and Tirimbina Nature Center.
• We offer free rafting trips for responsible local students.
Miguel was born in Santiago, Chile where his initial
adventure sport was mountain climbing. Miguel is
an experienced international climber and paddler
whose journeys have taken him to Honduras, Peru,
The United States, Chile, Venezuela, and Guatemala.
He is a certified swift water rescue technician, having
trained with Rescue 3 at the Nantahala Outdoor Center
in North Carolina. Miguel has professionally guided on
the Arkansas River in Colorado as well as the Gauley
River in West Virginia. Miguel is an anthropologist who
graduated from the University of Florida prior to coming
to Costa Rica to begin Aventuras del Sarapiqui.
adventurer with a long history as a raft guide, including
several years with ARTA in California. He is Class V
kayaker, an expert mountain biker, and has competed in
the Pan American games and Ride Galoises.
is involved with national environmental concerns such
as the cleanliness of Costa Rica's rivers, potential
damage / benefit of hydro-electric power in Costa Rica,
and protecting the Great Green Macaw.
Museum's Tirimbina Rainforest Center, an educational
center to protect 750 acres of primary rainforest located
in Sarapiquí.
Bonnie has been instrumental in the development of our
web site and promotional material, as well as coordinating
our educational activities. She is an Anthropologist and
Licensed Massage Therapist originally from Florida. She
has been living in Costa Rica regularly for the last six years
serving as the Executive Director of the Sarapiqui
Conservation Learning Center and Coordinator of activities
for Selva Verde Lodge.
