Rio Celeste & Bijagua Travel Guide

Nestled in the biological corridor between Tenorio and Miravalles volcanoes, Bijagua is one of Costa Rica's most celebrated birding havens. At Pura Vidaville, you don’t need to hike deep into the backcountry to start spotting prized species—our lush botanical gardens, flowering guava trees, and tranquil waters attract vibrant tropical wildlife right outside your chalet porch.

Attraction & Eats

Mercado Gastronomico El Jardin de Eva food court in Bijagua Costa Rica

Lively local food court and dining hub in Bijagua featuring diverse food stalls, artisanal treats, and a welcoming atmosphere near Rio Celeste.

Traditional & International Costa Rican restaurant and dining just steps away from Pura Vidaville.

Local, family owned restaurant serving 'typical' food as well as steak, pasta, seafood and more. A guest favorite.

Despapados For Tico Styled Street Food.

A great spot for some unique food-truck style eats.

Mercado Gastronomico El Jardin de Eva food court in Bijagua Costa Rica

Lively local food court and dining hub in Bijagua featuring diverse food stalls, artisanal treats, and a welcoming atmosphere near Rio Celeste.

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Local Wildlife

White-faced capuchin monkey foraging in Costa Rica rainforest canopy

Playful white-faced capuchin navigating lush branches near Tenorio Volcano National Park.

Mantled howler monkey calling from the jungle canopy in Bijagua

Native howler monkey resting high in the trees, a signature sound of the Bijagua rainforest.

White-nosed coati foraging on grassy forest edge in Costa Rica

Inquisitive coati searching for fruit and insects along sunny forest borders.

White-faced capuchin monkey foraging in Costa Rica rainforest canopy

Playful white-faced capuchin navigating lush branches near Tenorio Volcano National Park.

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