Ecological Sanctuary

My husband and I did the coffee tour at Sanctuario Ecológico and had the most incredible afternoon. Chris is so knowledgeable and passionate. We learned of the history, some science/chemistry, and sustainable practices. We practiced making some of our own, learning how tiny adjustments completely alter the flavors and aromas. Highly recommend supporting this family owned coffee farm. In addition, we saw a pack of 20 or so coatis and two capuchins. Really amazing and memorable afternoon. Thank you so much, Chris!

Overpriced hike in a dry forest. It is okayish - but you'll probably see more animals around your lodge. The trails are short and there is not much to see yet it costs as much as a Curi Cancha or Auguti Reserve - these alternatives are far superior. In my opinion asking 20 bucks per person for a short hike is way way too much. Simply put there is not much to see and the trail system is too simplistic, basically a single loop. It is an ok hike, just way too expensive for what you get

We spent an afternoon doing the coffee tour with Chris and it was one of the best tour experiences so far on our travel trip.
The amount of information and knowledge that Chris has on coffee is so impressive and he really gets you enthused and passionate about it. He talks you through the history, the chemistry of getting the growing conditions perfect, shows you his experimental lab, the outdoor coffee plantations and then gives you the most incredible coffee making experience which includes tasting as well as making your own coffee.
Who knew there were so many factors involved in getting the perfect cup!
Would highly recommend if you're looking for a unique and in depth coffee experience from a small family run business.

We had an amazing coffee tour. Chris is a real coffee addict! He is growing different species and experimenting. His knowledge is huge. After a 45 minute across the farm and gardens, we spend 90 minutes on a very deep coffee workshop where we had the chance to smell and taste different coffees from across the world and locally grown. We learned a lot about the different parameters of what makes a good coffee also by experimenting with different modes of making it, different times, water temperatures, different shapes of glasses and so on…

It was just an amazing and funny time! We can recommend it so much more than any commercial coffee tour on a big farm.

Beautiful family run sanctuary! Highly recommend going to this tranquil place and then going to the coffee tasting - Chris who runs the coffee tasting is amazing and gives a truly unique experience.

We went on the nature hike, which was a beautiful, leisurely, long walk. Our guide, Marvin, was extremely knowledgeable, and he provided us with some of the best information we have had in the country. He is fun, friendly, and professional. And it is very clear he loves his work at the sanctuary.
He used his telescope and my phone to take many beautiful pictures I could never get on my own!

Bad experience.
The trails are not maintained, they're broken brunches on the trails, the look out is covered with rotten wood. The slides are rotten which is dangerous.
Price- 20$ pp, 9$ for 5 yr old.
The manager was decent enough to give us our money back when we ask.
This place have a potential. Maybe it has a past.
But it is not suitable to accept tourist.

We really enjoyed our daytrip at the ecological Sanctuary. The entrance fee of 15$ a person seemed totally fine, as you are allowed to visit a second time on the next day, in case you want to enjoy another part of the trails in the future. The staff were very helpful and we managed to see some awesome wildlife.
We also did a guided 2 hour nighttour here for an additional cost of 13$. The guide was very friendly and seemed knowledgeable. We could experience Frogs, Firefly’s and other nocturnal Insects. Just his English could have been al little more advanced.