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Land of Senses & Magical Rainforest
Sensoria, owned by the Madrigal-Beck family from Costa Rica, is a small business dedicated to protecting the rainforest on our property. Since opening to tourism in 2013, we have aimed to share the beauty of this unique ecosystem while preserving its integrity. We utilize only 1% of our land for tourism, ensuring that the majority remains a sanctuary for wildlife, especially as we neighbor the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that boasts 6% of the world's biodiversity.
Sensoria is committed to sustainability, operating under the CST Elite certification, the highest designation in Costa Rica. We generate our own energy through waterfalls and solar panels, making us a government-approved, off-the-grid operation. Our conservation efforts include programs like the “Jaguar Program," which focuses on research and protection for jaguars and other wild cats.
By visiting Sensoria, you are helping us preserve the rainforest and its incredible wildlife
Our Mission
Our Vision
SENSORIA
Truly Sustainable
We focus Sensoria’s efforts towards sustainability on various levels: Conservation, Community, Renewable Energy, and Knowledgable Experiences. Watch this video to learn more!
CST
CST Elite Level
Sensoria is proudly a CST (Chamber of Sustainable Tourism) Elite Level Operation. This is the highest distinction in Sustainability awarded by the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism (ICT).
Thermal
Sensoria's Thermal Waters
Sensoria’s thermal waters are among the rarest on the planet, found only in select regions of Costa Rica, Mexico, and Argentina. Heated naturally by the volcanic magma of Rincón de la Vieja, these waters flow freely through untouched riverbeds—never confined by cement—creating pristine pools surrounded by lush rainforest.
Our Recognitions
Discover why we’re celebrated as the premier destination in Guanacaste for unforgettable one-day tours.
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What Travelers Say About Us
Posted on Lisa KVerified Amazing Rain Forest Experience Absolutely Outstanding Experience! Our guides Pablo Issac and Martin very knowledgeable about the Eco-System and all facets of the Rain Forest! I highly recommend this experiencePosted on Chris HawkriggVerified The ultimate nature experience It was truly one of my most favourite experiences I have ever done. True nature experience The mineral baths were beautiful. Pablo Isaac and Martin were such lovely people and very knowledgable. We learned a lot. A true sanctuary. Would go back again.Posted on Doreen NVerified An experience of a lifetime I am fortunate to have had this experience inside nature’s wilderness on the grounds of an active volcano. We were welcomed at a luxurious foyer of facilities, storage, changing and shower rooms. Guides Pablo, Isaac and Martin armed with deep ecological knowledge of foliage and wild life in this rain forest. More importantly, the ecological protection at Sensoria. A 1.5 hr (returned) moderate level walk with stick to Buenos Aires Falls which was breathtaking. The immensity and beauty of water overwhelms as we walked gently inside the falls. 3 Large untreated healing pools of minerals were spectacular in beauty and feel, each one with water cascading out of immense rock formations. At the end of our journey, drenched, we’re greeted with warm pool, towels and robes aligned with some snacks and 2 bottles of Moet et Chandon as we soaked in the final warm mineral pool. Followed by a beautiful lunch watching video of Sensoria’s purpose in preservation of wild life gives you that wonderful feeling to share in purpose. The amazing Pablo then returned us to Tamarindo.Posted on Valencia WarnerVerified Best Experience Ever! My daughter and I took a trip to Costa Rica to celebrate her 18th birthday, and it was truly the most incredible experience of my life. "Walking with Joaquín" was remarkable; I came away feeling a deeper connection to nature and gained valuable insights into the relationship between humans and the environment. I can’t wait to go back, and I hope to bring a larger group with me next time. I wholeheartedly recommend that everyone try the nature walk/hike!Posted on Jessica EVerified Great time. We booked the Jaguar Luxury experience and had a great time. Our guides Isaac and Martin were great. At the last pool, we had delicious snacks and a bottle of champagne (definitely worth the cost). They had robes and towels for us to use, and the guides left us to ourselves with a radio to call them when we were ready. One word of caution- you definitely need a high(ish)-clearance vehicle if you’re going to drive yourself. The drive out there was long and very bumpy, and almost entirely unpaved.Posted on Will BVerified Great day learning about the rainforest! We had the best time hiking through the rainforest and spotting different animals with our guide Isaac. We learned about different plants, and the waterfalls and he had an amazing eye for finding even the smallest animals. Lunch was delicious and even getting to Sensoria was beautiful.Posted on Alex HVerified Sensoria – Land of Senses Our experience at Sensoria was outstanding. From the moment we were picked up from the resort, we knew we were in great hands. Pablo truly has a passion for what he does, and it showed in the quality of his work. He was knowledgeable, thoughtful, and never hesitated to go the extra mile to make our experience rewarding and memorable. We highly recommend!Posted on Franck7531NKVerified Rain or shine beautiful experience Even hiking under the rain and then the sun and later more rain Pablo (our tour guide) was excellent with all the information related to the forest (plants and animals). He is very professional and patient to guide us all the way to the river and the falls and not to mention the private spa thermal pool. Also our lunch was delicious and the service area was fantasticPosted on karmereCVerified Great experience We were given walking sticks and we hiked through the rainforest where our guide pointed out different plants and animals. We saw birds, a sloth, and a tiny viper. We had a snack at the waterfalls then headed back and swam in the pools and used the mud to exfoliate our skin. Afterwards we returned to the lodge where we showered and had a delicious lunch. This place helps preserve the rainforest and is used for research observational studies. Beautiful place; we would definitely go back. Cute gift store tooPosted on Mark SVerified A great way to experience Costa Rica!! Very enchanting and beautiful experience I didn’t realize you could enjoy nature so much in a downpour but that is what a rainforest is all about. Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of insight about Costa Rican rainforests. We saw a monkey, snakes, toucans, and other birdsThe waterfalls were gorgeous. It is a moderately challenging hike with some steep up and down with wood stairs though.I would highly recommend this hiking excursion!!