Samara Trails in Werner Sauter Biological Reserve
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Located in Playa Samara, the paths of the Werner Sauter Biological
Reserve, will lead you to an amazing hiking tour. To discover Samara
trails on a different light, our experienced guide will amaze you with
interesting facts, regarding our biodiversity and its many wonders. Come
join us to visit one of the only private reserves in Guanacaste.
The tropical dry forest is one of the most vulnerable and rare biomes of Central America. In Guanacaste, the characteristic six month dry season leaves the land susceptible to wildfires that often devastate the forest and its wildlife. As if this was not enough, over the past 40 years widespread deforestation and large scale agriculture have reduced the dry forests to a mere fraction of what they were in the past.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Werner Sauter Biological Reserve
The tropical dry forest is one of the most vulnerable and rare bio-mes of Central America. In Guanacaste, the characteristic six month dry season leaves the land susceptible to wildfires that often devastate the forest and its wildlife. As if this was not enough, over the past 40 years widespread deforestation and large scale agriculture have reduced the dry forests to a mere fraction of what they were in the past. Undoubtedly this type of forest houses one of the most interesting and complex ecosystems of the area; the natural scarcity of water has caused wildlife to evolve and thrive in an environment with fewer nutrients than other tropical forests while also maintaining the ability endure six months of intense tropical rain. Samara Trails tour takes you through the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, one of the only private reserves in Guanacaste.
Samara Trails
This 2.5-hour guided hike starts in a former cattle farm, continues through a mango plantation, you can eat all the organic mangos that you want!, and finally takes you to the reserve where nature runs wild.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
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Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Drinks
Gratuities
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Morning Samara Trails Hike
Located in Samara Beach, this hiking tour is an experience you will not forget. It is a 2.5 hour hike departing at 6:30am Bottled water & juices included.
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
Afternoon Samara Trails Hike
Located in Samara Beach, this hiking tour is an experience you will not forget. It is a 2.5 hour hike departing at 2:30pm Bottled water & juices included.
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Louis is an awesome...
dwaraknath j,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Louis is an awesome guide, he was knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna and is an engaging person sharing his knowledge. Hike was worth doing and would highly recommend
Good tour in the dry forest
Monika W,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. However, there didn't seem to be too much wildlife to see when we were on our tour. I fully recognize that it would have been the season, day or the fact that part of our group was talking the entire time. It was a nice morning, the lookout we walked up to was pretty and they provided good snacks. Also the ride in the open bus/truck was fun.
Hiking in Samara
lisapI5951MB,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved getting off the beach and into the trees. Our guide, Christopher, was wonderfully knowledgeable and enjoyed answering our many questions and sharing all sorts of interesting facts. Highly recommend - you’ll see more animals in the morning than in the afternoon.
Great view
N86XAsuec,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was nice to get away from the heat for a few hours We didn't see any wildlife, only hearing howlers on the distance but saw plenty of butterflies, birds and different plant species The best part was the hike to the view point, it's all uphill so not ideal for those walking issues and I wouldn't fancy it on a wet day
Amazing experience, wonderful guide.
sandgmartin,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience on our hike. We viewed Howler Monkeys and learned a lot about their behaviour from our knowledgeable guide, Christopher. His passion for the natural world and sharing this, made this hike so enjoyable. We saw several bird species, bats and a Morphos butterfly. The views at the top of the hike are stunning. Thank you Christopher!
Dreamlike
Navigate23936637985,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were lucky and were the only ones who booked and thus had a private hike. Our guide was very friendly and showed and told us many. We have seen various hummingbirds, birds and monkeys. Be sure to put on hiking boots! For people who are not good on foot, this excursion is rather not suitable. We recommend the tour in the morning.
Trail with phenomenal views over Samara beach and Carillo beach.
Franky D,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish an experience especially Christopher's knowledge about the Werner Sauter and flora and fauna in the area. When we were back on the bus he spotted another monkey and let us off to see it.
The tour with Alex was...
Elisabeth H,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour with Alex was just great. He is incredibly familiar with flora and fauna and has spent so much time and effort to give us the absolute best experience. Thank you for the great time we can highly recommend it.
Nice lowkey Samara experience.
Bubenny5,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a simple hike, but we saw a lot of birds and monkeys. The overlook of Samara and Carillo was beautiful. It was a nice early morning walk with great information.
Very interesting short...
Antje H,,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting short hike. Great vantage point and super informed guide (Christopher). Highly recommended.
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