Federico Grant Esquivel in Paraiso, Costa Rica
| Age: | 45 - 49 |
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| Languages: | Spanish, English, French, a little German and Italian. |
| My Website: | http://www.ecoguide.smugmug.com |
| I’ve traveled to: | All over North, Central and South America (mostly), Western and central Europe, Southern Africa, North Africa, Middle East, Indonesia, South East Asia, China, India |
| I like: | Nature observation, Bird watching, hiking, MTBiking, snorkeling, diving, internet, reading, kayaking, mountain climbing, active volcanoes, unspoiled wilderness, yoga, Enlightenment. |
| I’m currently: | I am working as a naturalist/ adventure guide throughout Costa Rica's national parks... |
| My motto: | "That which does not kill us makes us stronger" Friederich Nietzche |
| About me: | I am a costarican freelance nature & adventure guide that has ample experience & knowledge taking groups throughout Costa Rica's national parks, biological reserves, coastal areas and eco- highlights. www.ecoguide.smugmug.com |
| Location: | Paraiso, Cartago, Costa Rica |
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Freelance naturalist Guide
Naturalist and adventure guide in Costa Rica, Belize, Guatemala and Mexico. Minimum 1 week long itineraries traveling thru Costa Rica's eco-highlights. Bird watching, diving, snorkeling, hiking, mountain climbing, MTB, volcanoes, boat tours & transfers to main national park along the Caribbean and the Pacific coast. Also available as Guide/ driver. CR Ministry of Tourism license #17. NAUI Scuba Instructor license # 15808.
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Horseback Riding in Cartago, Costa Rica
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One day horse back rising tour from Volcan Turrialba Lodge to the top of Turrialba Volcano and back. Includes a small snack and a beverage.
MTB from Irazu Volcano to Turrialba Volcano area
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Drive up with MTBikes in van up to the Irazu Volcano. Get dropped off near main Hwy, Then we proceed to tackle a local gravel road towards Turrialba Volcano. Lunch stop at La Central . Return home by van.
Wildlife Tours in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Good birdwatching and some mammal observation at Tapanti National Park, at Los Santos Reserve near San Gerardo de Dota or near Guayabo Archeological Monument.
Lunch can be inlcuded at any one of local restaurants.
Quinta la Comarca- small eco-friendly farm/villa
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Visit a working eco- agricultural villa were composting, organic farming, renewable energy production and healthy living happens every day! Volunteers welcome!
Forest & Rainforest Tours in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Day tour to Tapanti national park located near the Orosi Valley. Includes a nie hike through some pristina primary pre-montane wet forest. Possibility of swimmiong in the Orosi river. Then we can have lunch at one of the local restaurants with views odf lake Cachi.
Guayabo Archeological Monument
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Day trip thru Costa Rica's very best Precolumbian ruins near Turrialba Volcano.
Volcano Tours in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Visit either Irazi Volcano or Turrialba Volcano(hiking 14 kms RT. Lunch can be taken at opne of the local restauarants nearby
River Rafting & Tubing in Costa Rica

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Tubing on the Colorado River near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, Guanacaste. Rafting on the Pacuare, Balsa, Reventazon, Arenal , Fortuna, Peñas Blancas or Corobici Rivers . Class 1(float trips) to class 4!
Kayaking on Lake Cachi
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Half day kayaking tour on Lake Cachi. Excellent for bird watchers, or just for the exercise! Lunch will be served near Lake Cachi
Concierge in Costa Rica

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If you have any questions about what to see or where to go at night we can be of great help!
Christmas Tours in Costa Rica

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See the Bicycle Tour of Costa Rica, San Jose Horse Parade, San Jose Carnival, and Zapote Fair Grounds with Bull fights and fireworks display at night!
Airport & Ground Transportation in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Round trip ground transportation to/ from airport with 1st class A/C vehicles, or vans.
Lodging in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Guayabo Lodge, Sanchiri Lodge, Rancho Río Perlas Hotel, Casa Tulire are all nice options for places to stay in Cartago province.
Camping in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Camping areas can be found at Paraiso mountain Club and at Charrara -Lake Cachí. Als0 near the Orosi River near Palomo de Orosi.
Mountain Climbing in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Best climbing is to Turrialba Volcano at 3,300 meters above sea level. This is the best training if you would like to attempt the climb to Mt. Chirripo National park, our tallest peak at 3,850 meters.
Bird Watching in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Lot's of great birdwatching areas: Tapanti NP, La Marta Biological Reaserve near Pejibaye, Guayabo NArcheological Monument, Vuelta del Mono trail near Tapanti, Orosi river, around lake Cachi, and more!
Biking in Cartago, Costa Rica
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Can take you MTBiking along any number of local gravel roads well off the beaten path!
History & Heritage in Cartago, Costa Rica

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Historical City tour of our very first colonial capital-Cartago! Visit the Basilica of our Lady of Los Angeles, the Ruins of the Cathedral, Lankaster Botanical gardens. Have lunch at a local restaurant with gorgeous views of Orosi valley!
Private & Custom Services in Cartago, Costa Rica

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We can tailor make your tour to fit your interests!
4WD, ATV & Off-Road in Cartago, Costa Rica

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We can take you Off road on any number of dirt, mud and gravel roads near some of our more beautiful national parks.
Sightseeing Guides in Cartago, Costa Rica

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Send me an email if you need a great sight seeing guide in cartago province area!
Car & Driver, Limousine in Cartago, Costa Rica

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I would be glad to help you by either providing the service myself ot getting a very competent driver with car.
Language Classes in Cartago, Costa Rica

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We can arrange some very interesting Spanish language classes for you to make the most out of your time!
Trekking in Cartago, Costa Rica

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Again, the best trekking in this are would be inbetween the Irazu & Turrialba Volcanos or a hike up to the top of Turialba Vocano itself.
Cultural Experiences in Cartago, Costa Rica

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Visit Cartago's cultural center, see the Ruinas near the Municipality, take a walk thru the colors, odors and diversity of foods at our Central market.
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