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Hacienda Baru National Wildlife Refuge |
Wildlife Refuge |
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Even though not categorized as a “National Park” this is a place not to be missed. Sometimes the only way to protect larger areas which would be developed and ruined is to buy it yourself. In doing this you can by pass a lot of bureaucratic red tape & not get mired in policy and just get something done! These endeavors ought to be commended, recognized and patronized. Hacienda Baru is one of Costa Rica’s greatest reforestation efforts. It offers some of the most extensive and educational canopy tours. About half of the hacienda is forested, both primary and secondary forest; the rest is mangrove, river and beach habitats. Patches of lowland forest are being connected by a 100-acre (40-ha) biological corridor to protect biodiversity. |
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Hiking, Canopy Tours, Zip Lines At Hacineda Baru In Dominical |
 Day visitors are welcome at Hacienda Barú, choosing from a variety of hikes with naturalists or native guides : a three-hour Mangrove and Beach Walk includes a look at reforestation with native species; the popular six-hour Rainforest Experience explores tropical wet forest ; and two- to three-hour horseback rides take in tropical waterfalls, beach, jungle trails and pastures . More than a mile (2 km) of self-guiding trails over level terrain are free for overnight guests, with a nominal fee for day visitors. Day and overnight guests can kayak through mangroves, no experience necessary; try whitewater kayaking; or experience a guided night estuary tour by kayak.
An incredible experience awaits those who ascend into the canopy by rope. Harnessed and helmeted, the visitor is gently lifted more than 100 feet (30 meters) to an observation platform - fantastic views of canopy vegetation and adventure, choose tree climbing, with a naturalist guide beside you all the way. surrounding forest guaranteed. Possibilities of wildlife to be seen are countless.
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