Create Your Art, Walk Through History: An unforgettable encounter with the Boruca culture.
Immerse yourself in the magical experience of creating your own traditional Boruca mask while unveiling the rich cultural history of the community. This adventure combines ancestral art with local natural beauty through a 6 km trek, culminating in a delicious traditional lunch. A complete immersion into the heart of Costa Rica’s indigenous identity.
Duration:
6 to 7 hours (Tour only).
Difficulty:
Intermediate (Includes 6 km trek).
Location:
Boruca de Buenos Aires, Puntarenas.
Base price
₡44.070 CRC p.p. / $90 ivi per person. (This price includes round-trip transportation from San Isidro de Pérez Zeledón).
Important Note: Please inquire about the price if the starting point is Uvita or any other location. Rates may vary depending on the pick-up location.
What to expect?
🎨 Mask Painting Workshop: Learn the ancestral techniques and paint your own mask.
🚶 Lagoon Trek: A 6 km route to discover the natural beauty of the village.
🏛️ Cultural Tour: Discover the history, traditions, and lifestyle of the Boruca community.
🍽️ Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Boruca lunch, including fruits and coffee.
Location & Logistics
Boruca is located approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from San Isidro de Pérez Zeledón.
1 hour and 30 minutes from Uvita.
What does it include?
✅ Round-trip transportation from Pérez Zeledón or Uvita.
✅ Traditional Boruca lunch, fruits, and coffee.
✅ Workshop and materials for mask painting.
✅ Expert local Boruca guide.
✅ All activities described.
Advice for your visit!
To enjoy the experience to the fullest, we recommend:
🥾 Comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
👒 Cap or hat and sunscreen.
💧 Reusable water bottle.
☔ Umbrella or waterproof jacket (essential in the mountain area).
🎒 Change of clothes and shoes (for the return in case of rain).
🍎 Snacks for the trek.
🦟 Insect repellent.
