Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

We are a 5000 acres privately managed Wildlife Refuge which frames Palo Verde National Park, providing a natural buffer zone for thousands of multicolor tropical birds. Palo Verde is recognized internationally thanks to its biological wealth and diverse ecosystems. This RAMSAR site shelters many endangered species living in marshlands and creeks throughout the Tempisque River Basin.

You can enjoy our visit to El Viejo Wetlands through the different Palo Verde Tours we offer either by boat on the waters of Tempisque River and wetlands, by our Eco Ride visiting the Refuge and wetlands with ground electric shuttle or flying over it in our zip line.

For those looking for a folkloric and cultural experience come and see a real sabanero home and taste our Guanacaste typical flavor!

Eco-Responsibility

Our mission is to protect in perpetuity the terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity of the National Wildlife Refuge Hacienda El Viejo through a program of restoration and development with sustainable initiatives and community benefit for the educational, recreational, social and economic satisfaction of present and future generations