Wildlife Sanctuary · Costa Rica
Book your visit to NATUWA
Plan your visit to NATUWA in Costa Rica. Compare visiting hours and admission rates for Aranjuez and Monteverde, then book directly with the team at the location you choose.
Two-toed sloth · NATUWA
01 · Choose your location
Two ways to visit NATUWA
Start with the location that fits your itinerary. Aranjuez de Pitahaya and Monteverde are separate sites in Puntarenas, with different tours, admission prices and booking teams. Before setting out, double-check the location on your reservation.
Aranjuez de Pitahaya · Puntarenas
Explore the sanctuary and learn about our macaw conservation work. Choose a guided tour, a private tour or a self-guided visit.
Monteverde · Puntarenas
Choose between the full sanctuary tour and the Sloth Garden, a visit focused on sloths.
02 · Visiting hours at both locations
Hours for your visit to NATUWA
Both locations are open Monday through Sunday. Contact your chosen location to check availability for the tour you’d like to take.
Guided tours
Departure times
8:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
Private tours
Reservation required
10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
Self-guided visits
Explore the sanctuary at your own pace
8:00 a.m.–noon
1:00–4:00 p.m.
03 · Admission rates
Compare before you book
Prices are listed in Costa Rican colones (₡) or US dollars (USD), depending on the location and ticket category.
Aranjuez
Costa Rican nationals
Guided tour
₡10 000
Private tour
₡15 000
Self-guided visit
₡8 000
Children ages 3–5
₡4 000
Older adults
₡6 000
Student groups
₡6 000
International visitors
Guided tour
USD 45
Private tour
USD 50
Self-guided visit
USD 38
Children ages 3–5
USD 20
Monteverde
Costa Rican nationals
Full sanctuary tour
USD 30
Sloth Garden
USD 25
International visitors
Full sanctuary tour
USD 38
Sloth Garden
USD 30
Children ages 3–5
USD 25
Ready to book your visit?
To book your visit to NATUWA, message the team at your chosen location. Include your preferred date, the tour you want, the number of adults and children, and the children’s ages. If your plans are flexible, share an alternative date or time. The team can confirm availability and the price for your group before you travel.
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