Sensoria Eco-luxury Rainforest Experiences And its approach to community

Sensoria is a CST-Elite Tourism Operation (Sustainable Tourism Certification) on the highest level “Elite”. This certification is granted by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute, (ICT), which has its sustainable department for issuing certifications. Which is equivalent to an ISO certification, concentrated in Tourism. This program is the most prestigious certification any Tourism operation in Costa Rica, may ask for. The program was validated by GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) which is the highest certification of the world on sustainability.

Sensoria is located on the north skirts of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, neighboring the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, which is World Heritage of the World because its biodiversity 5.5% of the World. It’s location is far apart from any big city, and only small towns with 75 people average each, are located on the way to Sensoria. (Quebrada Grande, Dos Rios, Gavilan and Buenos Aires de Upala). With a total population of the four-city combined of no more than 300 people.

Sensoria as part of its sustainable program promotes the insertion of the community in its operations, so every tour that goes to Sensoria, contracted by Sensoria’s website or our reservation system,  has to stop on the bakery. That way the little city of Dos Rios, improves its way of life, with all the expenditure that tourist does on the bakery with it’s bread and coffee bought on the little establishment. Even all tourist that buys the ticket thru Sensoria, the coffee and bakery are included on the entry price to the park.  Visit the web site www.sensoria.cr

Since 2014, almost 8 years ago, as part of its sustainable program, Sensoria sends its visitors on the way to the Park, all their direct clients  to the little bakery called “Marcela’s Bakery”. Doña Sabina, the owner of the little establishment has done an incredible effort, receiving with a smile and great services to all visitors. As a recognition for this hard work, Sensoria decided to paint with jaguars, pumas, tapirs and monkeys , the outside walls of the bakery.

Doña Sabina, has been very pleased with this painting. “I am on the spot of all the town. Thank you Sensoria, for this beautiful painting, I am very grateful to Sensoria to helping me over this past 8 years, they have support us during these years”, said during her speech.

Don Fernando Madrigal, owner of Sensoria, was in the inauguration of the painting, was also very grateful with doña Sabina for her help during this last 8 years, attending Sensoria’s visitors with great enthusiasm and excellent services. “Is part of our gratitude for your services toward our visitors. Also as part of our sustainability program, we have to help our community to be better, its also our responsibility” said Mr. Madrigal on his inaugural speech at the bakery.

What is Sensoria.

Sensoria is a Private Reserve that provides, Eco luxury Rainforest Experiences to all visitors, that almost all comes from Guanacaste. Sensoria attends visitors from all major hotels (Four Seasons, Andaz, Secrets, Rui, Rui Palace, Dreams las Mareas, Westin, Catalinas, etc) and also from major tour operators (Swiss Travel, Amstar, Nexus, Tui, Hotel Beds, and Tam). Also private condominiums use the services. Sensoria provides extraordinary experiences on its Rainforests, with Blue Waterfalls, and 7 thermal springs (natural pools). Sensoria is designed for nature lovers, who loves to hike from 1.5 to 4.5 miles. All tours are guided, and for privacy and security only with prior reservation is required, not walk ins are allowed. Sensoria, also provides it´s own transports, and a pickup on specific destinations.







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    Our Recognitions

    katiegeurin
    katiegeurin
    2023-06-21
    Incredible Rainforest Experience We had an incredible day in the rainforest at Sensoria! Our group was only 6 people and we saw 3 other small groups in passing. Paco was our guide all day. Daniel was our driver who spotted a sloth on the way! Juan was our other guide at Sensoria. He didn’t speak English, but communicated through pictures of plants and animals that he showed us. He was also the BEST photographer. We were incredibly lucky and saw so many animals. Howler monkeys, spider monkeys, a viper, different birds and a basilisk. Paco and Juan let us take our time on the hike and we got to swim in 3 different waterfalls. The hike took about 3 hrs and there were lots of stairs. We were prepared with hiking shoes but everyone else in our group wore sneakers and we’re fine. Lunch was wonderful!!!! We would do it again!
    Hoda
    Hoda
    2023-06-15
    Beautiful scenery, great view Our tour guide, Mark was excellent, knowledgeable, friendly, Johnny, was very nice and helpful, we all had a great experience, so beautiful!
    Waldemberg S
    Waldemberg S
    2023-06-09
    Magia en las faldas del Rincon de la vieja Una experiencia unica poder conocer esta parte de Costa Rica donde el atractivo principal de esta área es su exuberante volcan activo Rincon de la vieja y su vegetación, incluyendo árboles tropicales, orquídeas y helechos. Además, podrás observar una variedad de fauna, como aves, monos, perezosos y reptiles. Algunos visitantes también disfrutan de los baños termales y las cascadas, que ofrecen un espacio relajante y refrescante.
    Nori H
    Nori H
    2023-05-22
    Beautiful and great guide! This is such a beautiful spot! The waterfalls and swimming holes are all stunning and feel very natural and wild compared to some of the other tours we did while in Costa Rica. On top of the beautiful nature, we had an AMAZING tour guide, Pablo, who just went above and beyond for us! His English was great and he taught us so much about the forest during our time there. We’ll definitely be back!
    Brittney C
    Brittney C
    2023-05-09
    Give Hugo a raise! We toured with Hugo and it was fantastic! He was extremely informative and passionate about the tour/his customers. He did it all while translating in both English and French. Highly recommend!
    Coralborealis22
    Coralborealis22
    2023-05-08
    Stunning, Romantic, A Naturalist’s Happy Place We stopped at Rincon de la Vieja on our way from Arenal to Tamarindo just for Sensoria. We’re so glad we did! The jungle roads do require 4×4 and some moxie to get there, but Google Maps worked just fine for navigation; all well worth it. Sensoria was very responsive on WhatsApp when contacting them the evening before our tour. We chose the earliest tour time, because we stayed nearby at the Blue River Resort, which was about 15 minutes away from the property. Our guide, Joaquim, had vast knowledge of the flora and fauna of Costa Rica, was very helpful for whatever we needed, and made the whole tour relaxing and fun. He was amazing in how he balanced timing the tour so we could take time to enjoy the beauty around us and still stay ahead of the next group. That spacing made things extra relaxing. You can tell he is good at reading how to make a tour perfect for the type of experience that fits guest preferences. Also, we felt very safe with his communication on the state of the active volcano and communication plan for any change in status. In every sense, he was excellent! As for the property, it’s gorgeous! Hiking the jungle to the waterfalls and volcanic spring fed pools, the treehouse lookout over the jungle canopy, the reptile and insect sightings, the lush plant life, massive buttressed trees, the warm welcome with fresh juice, a well designed and appointed central house with all necessary amenities, the delicious lunch after the hike- this place wowed us in every way. Joaquim even found (and took an incredible photo) of an Eyelash Viper and we all got to be excited together about a Bromeliad Lizard sighting at eye level. Our visit is a special memory that we will treasure. Swimming in the volcanic spring fed pools surrounded by jungle is truly surreal. We were relaxing in one of the pools when a tiny hummingbird gently landed in her lime-sized, moss-covered nest hanging from a log next to the nearby waterfall. It was one of those special moments where life feels hyperreal, even magic. Can’t recommend this experience enough, especially to a couple on a private tour. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would.
    cunae1
    cunae1
    2023-04-22
    Beautiful Hike! Joaquin was full of excitement and knowledge regarding the rain forest! It was a beautiful hike and so peaceful!Swimming in the thermal pools were a great way to end the hike. The lunch after the hike was delicious
    Jennifer B
    Jennifer B
    2023-04-14
    Love the Rainforest This place was magical. This was my first trip to Costa Rica with my mom and my two sisters. This is a bucket list place to check out. I will try to make this a short review but it’s so hard to make it short. We were greeted by Joaquin Matarrita our guide and an ice cold glass of juice before he told us what to expect on this trip. I highly recommend a walking stick or sticks . It has lots of steps and it had just rained before we got there but then the sun came out for us. My mom is 80 years old and she did this tour with us. I was so proud of her with all the steps she had to take she loved it. Joaquin was so knowledgeable and professional. He spoke English very well and answered all of our questions and was very patient with us. After the tour we got to choose a meal which we chose the local dish of chicken and rice with a wonderful fruit smoothie that filled our tummies. I hope you get to see this fabulous place. Thank you Joaquin! Jen from Texas;)
    Kathleen F
    Kathleen F
    2023-04-09
    Beautiful rain forest Joaquin was a wonderful, knowledgeable guide. We really enjoyed our day in the beautiful rainforest (especially being able to swim in the waterfalls and pools). This was such a unique experience! Truthfully, the road to get there is full of potholes but it was worth the trip. It was wonderful to spend a quiet time in nature, see the wildlife and enjoy learning about the rainforest.
    RDHiscott
    RDHiscott
    2023-04-02
    Excellent Hike through the Rainforest, with swimming in cold pools and hot springs! Excellent experience hiking through the Costa Rican rain forest, trekking across some 13,000 steps (we used walking sticks to help with our balance), so physically challenging, and with several stops at waterfalls and pools with cold water and hot springs! Nice lunch at the end, capped off with a brief rain shower. It’s a rough ride to get into this rainforest national park (very rough dirt roads the latter third of the trip), but well-worth the trip for a first-hand close-up trek through the rainforest with all the flora and fauna it has to offer! Incredible views at so many points!
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