Gold Panning Private Adventure in Puerto-Jiménez

5.0 (2 reviews) Osa Peninsula & Gulfo Dulce, Costa Rica
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Immerse yourself in one of the most luxuriant, biodiverse and dense nature of the world (2.5% of global terrestrial biodiversity in only 1,200 km2). Walk in the footsteps of the adventurers who explored the area with the hope of striking it rich. Learn about the story of the gold rush. Try your shot at gold panning! Learn the traditional method with artisanal tools! You could get lucky! Swim and cool down in a gorgeous secret local spot. The river forms a small waterfall and a natural pond. Jump in! This is a unique opportunity for a memorable cultural exchange.

What's included

  • Translation (french/english)
  • Artisanal panning tools
  • Guided Tour
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Snacks
  • Transportation to ''Dos Brazos del Rio Tigre'' from Puerto-Jimenez (6$ bus, 16$ cab)

What to expect

Hike for about 45 min (one way) in the jungle along the gorgeous river of ''El Tigre''. Spot some amazing wild life on the way like toucans, monkeys (possibility of howlers, white faced, spider and squirrel monkey), red macaws, roseate spoonbill, herons, parakeets, frogs, reptiles and snakes. Be surrounded by lush forest, not far from the Corcovado National Park.

Listen to the story of gold in the region on the hike up. At your final destination, I will tell you everything about the methods of artisanal gold panning (12 years experience). You will have a chance at trying the tools (bar, shovel, pan, sluice box, mask, crevice sucker) and sample for gold. Maybe you could get lucky and see something shiny in the pan!

On the way back we will stop at a natural pool so you can refresh and enjoy the nature around. Snorkel if you wish, have a snack and we will start our journey back to the village ''Dos Brazos del Rio Tigre''. Chat with the villagers or gold panners on the way, for a memorable cultural exchange and an understanding of their reality.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet me at the end of the road of the left arm of the Rio Tigre.

End point

Meet me at the end of the road of the left arm of the Rio Tigre.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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