• Guatuso - Experience a unique cultural tradition with the indigenous Maleku people. We will visit the ancestral lands of the Maleku and be greeted by an elder in the clan. Each clan chooses its leader through tradition and respect and the current leader is in charge of activities of high cultural value.

We will learn from the elder about the Maleku culture and traditions, explore a jungle trail to learn about medicinal plants and their uses, as well as learn about the trees and plants that have cultural significance or are used in Maleku gastronomy.

Finally, the elder will lead a cacao ceremony of purification and blessing to visitors. You will learn about the cultural importance and medicinal properties of cacao, and share in a unique and traditional cacao ceremony that by tradition is one of the activities of utmost importance and cultural value to the Maleku people due to its spirituality.

• Private transportation
• Talk about medicinal plants and their healing uses
• Bottled water
• Talk about cocoa and its ancient ceremonial uses
• Snacks
• Information guide books
• All fees and taxes
• Certified general tour guide by ICT
• Artisanal cocoa drink
• Telescope for wildlife viewing
• Translation of Maleku dialect to English

• Raincoat
• Umbrella

Cacao ceremonies are beneficial in acquiring clear understanding, establishing goals, and conducting inner improvement and analytical tasks. Being in a hallowed environment lets you withdraw from your regular mental state, enabling you to discover fresh viewpoints and understandings. Depending on the goal of the ceremony, they can also serve as excellent venues to engage with others in a secure, emotionally open setting. Consuming cocoa brings us on the same energy level, which frequently leads to a enhanced, closer relationship with our own selves and others.

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