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
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Drinks
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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
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
Reviews
99 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Beautiful hike with a knowledgeable guide!
850mandib,,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Christopher, did a great job of leading us through the beautiful tropical dry forest to an amazing overlook. We saw a lot of special plants and wildlife.
Z8983ZIerich,,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. The guides are very knowledgeable and it was not too difficult of a trail. Saw about 25 to 30 hauling monkeys including babies. The view of Samara beach from the top was fantastic. Looked like a postcard.
Extraordinary experience with Alex
kirstendD2837PZ,,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an incredible experience! My two daughters and I did a tour with Alex from Samara Adventures! He was AMAZING! Super knowledgeable, took his time on the trails to show us and teach us all about the local animals and plants! We got to see so many extraordinary things! Was even more than we expected! I can’t say enough good things about Alex! If you get a chance to go ask for him!
Nature Trail
903adrienneg,,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Louis was an excellent tour guide and so knowledgeable about the plants and animals of the area. As a science teacher I really appreciated the information and learned a lot. Excellent experience
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