Discover the real gems of Costa Rica

Wed, 05/02/2018 - 08:00 - 
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Can you imagine being greeted with a big smile by every stranger that passes you on the street? Getting a free "here you go, mi amor" with every amazingly fresh smoothie that you order? Not only the stunning fauna and flora make Costa Rica a paradise on earth. The people, who call themselves Tica's and Tico's are able to turn your YŪGEN adventure into the most memorable trip. 

Meet our local partners

Our local partners are travellers, insatiable foodies and music geeks, born and raised in Costa Rica and loving their country. So they have set out to make sure that you get to see the country that they love so much and show you the reasons why.  They are honest, courageous local entrepreneurs, dedicated to making sure that you get the best and most authentic out of your trip to Costa Rica.

Avoid tourist traps, eat where they eat, drink where they drink, have fun where they have fun and relax where they relax. Do as they do, and for sure you will fall in love with this country and be very happy!

Elizabeth, Partner and General Manager

Eli has worked in the travel industry for over 15 years, specializing in the European Market. She makes sure that every trip includes her most delicious finds. You don’t know where to find the weirdest thing you can think of? She’ll tell you where to get it!

Roig, Partner and Finance Director

Roig has worked in tourism for over 20 years and has travelled the world while at it. Being a musician and photographer at heart, he’s able to put together amazing trips around the country and recommend a playlist for them!

Madelyn, Product & Operations

Made is a passionate for the community based & rural Tourism. She knows every single dirty road along Costa Rica. Specialized in Product and Fairtrade – Rural Tourism Projects. When she is not sharing her experiences, she is taking care of the plants at her family farm up at the mountains.

Unique guides guarantee memorable adventures

In every village in Costa Rica, there are stories and characters that we respect and consider unique. Just to name a few:

Edna, The Jungle Lady, together with our partner Eli.

A night walk with Lady Bug

Discover the fascinating nocturnal world of the rainforest. Together with Edna, the “Bug Lady", you will look for the creatures that come out at night. Meet this wonderful and very knowledgeable guide during our Wild Southern tour. Or feel free to check out other activities in Corcovado at https://www.yugentours.com/en/central-america/wild-southern

 

Ricardo, Quacker of Monteverde

Meet the Quakers of Monteverde

In 1949, after serving time for refusing to fight in the Korean War, four pacifist Quakers from Alabama sought a country where they could embrace their peaceful beliefs and continue to cultivate their dairy farms. Costa Rica had abolished its army in 1948 and had underdeveloped mountainsides that were perfect for their trade. So, in 1950 several Quakers picked up their belongings and moved to Monteverde where they began to farm and live in peace.  These families, along with some of the area’s locals, have established the most eco-minded community in the country. On this exclusive tour, you will get to meet the families of the original Quakers and you will hear their story first hand.

Don Alfredo: Maleku, living near Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna

Visit the Maleku Indigenous Community

Don Alfredo is a Maleku who loves to show you the regular life of this specific indigenous community.  At the beautiful Maleku Rancho he will share with you his stories and traditions, as well as a typical Maleku snack and ceremony. You will understand that all places in the surroundings, like the volcano, the waterfall and the forest are sacred places to the Maleku and so they should be treated with respect.

Pura Vida!

Visit https://www.yugentours.com/en/costa-rica and consult the sample itineraries for more amazing options. All tours can be tailored to your personal wishes. Go to Costa Rica and discover what Pura Vida really means.

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