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Blue Zone Nicoya

Discover the secrets of longevity in Nicoya’s Blue Zone on this exclusive private experience. Visit a local coffee farm for a tasting, explore vibrant markets, and immerse yourself in Chorotega culture with guided visits to Matambú or Guaitil.

About this experience

🌿 Blue Zone Nicoya: Private Discovery of Longevity Secrets

A curated journey into the heart of wellness, tradition, and timeless living

Welcome to Nicoya’s Blue Zone—where long, joyful lives are not a mystery, but a way of being. This private experience invites you to explore the rituals, flavors, and cultural richness that define one of the world’s most celebrated longevity regions.

🕊️ Moments to Expect

• ☕ Visit to a serene coffee farm in Hojancha—learn the full process from cultivation to tasting
• 🏺 Choose your cultural immersion: Matambú for indigenous heritage or Guaitil for handcrafted Chorotega pottery
• 🍃 Savor traditional Costa Rican snacks served on ceramic plates with banana leaves, paired with natural drinks like tamarind, papaya, or dragon fruit
• 🧺 Explore a local market with a knowledgeable guide—taste fresh produce and discover regional specialties

🌞 A Lifestyle Rooted in Vitality

This is more than a tour—it’s a soulful encounter with Nicoya’s essence. Designed for guests seeking authenticity, comfort, and connection, each moment invites you to slow down, engage deeply, and carry the wisdom of longevity with you.

What's included

  • Visit to a coffee farm with tasting.
  • Traditional Costa Rican snacks (freshly made tortillas, cuajada, cheese, plantains, gallo pinto).
  • Seasonal natural drinks (tamarind, papaya, dragon fruit, etc.).
  • Coffee brewed at the table.
  • Shopping at a local market with an expert guide and complimentary tastings.
  • Transportation between activities during the tour.
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish and English).

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for walking.
  • Closed shoes recommended.

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation more than 7 days before the tour
  • 25% fee if cancelled 7 days or less before the tour
  • 50% fee if cancelled 5 days or less before the tour
  • 100% fee if cancelled 2 days and 12 hours or less before the tour

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Blue Zone Nicoya?

The experience lasts 6 hours.

How much does the Blue Zone Nicoya cost?

From $189 per person. Book with the form on this page — no online payment needed — or message us on WhatsApp.

What time does it start?

Departures: 7:00 a.m..

Where is the meeting point?

We send you the exact meeting point when your booking is confirmed.

What should I bring?

Comfortable clothing suitable for walking., Closed shoes recommended..

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation more than 7 days before the tour. 25% fee if cancelled 7 days or less before the tour. 50% fee if cancelled 5 days or less before the tour. 100% fee if cancelled 2 days and 12 hours or less before the tour.

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