Sensoria Land of Senses Reviews

Amazing experience Amazing experience. Incredible place. Walk in the rainforest, we went to waterfalls, natural pools, and an amazing lunch. Just be careful in case you have limitations, I have bad knees and got worse because of the steps. But this is not on them, just my body that cannot handle.

10/10 Recommend What a fun experience! By husband and I took this tour during our honeymoon and just couldn’t get over it! Joaquin was our tour guide, and he was incredibly knowledgeable and fun to hike with. It was rainy for most of the hike, but that didn’t bother us at all- although I would recommend quick dry clothes. The thermal springs were gorgeous and the food at the base was excellent- our favorite meal from the trip (get the chicken and rice!!).

Otherworldly & worth the ROUGH ride!! Prepare to be transported!! From the moment you hit the dirt road, your journey will be unlike anything you have done before! Our guides were incredibly attentive, the preparation and equipment were top-notch, and of course the snacks and sights were remarkable. For our family outing of eight, they split us into two groups; one more leisurely, and one more strenuous. It was absolutely perfect! For the oldest member of our group, the steps proved to be quite difficult and our guide was more than gracious to help! We were still able to see thermal pools and a waterfall at a more relaxed pace. Our family ranged from age 7 to age 80. The experience of being in this spectacular rainforest will not be forgotten! Must haves: aqua sox/keens or similar for the waterfalls and thermal pools, and loose fitting/ very lightweight hiking pants to pull over a wet bathing suit. Note of caution: the last 45 to 60 minutes of the drive are INCREDIBLY rough road. It seems that the Sensoria shuttle/ transportation is not adequate for the roads. It would be an amazing investment to have a higher clearance vehicle with larger shocks, struts, and off-road tires-or at least some thing all-wheel-drive just in case you get stuck!!

Beautiful but not worth the price We picked the private luxury tour for two with transportation. For the price (just under USD $900), we had high expectations. We were departing from Playa Flamingo and were told that it would take 2 to 2.5 hours each way. But it took almost 4 hours to get there, and 4.5 hours plus a flat tire to get back home. The entire ride was extremely bumpy so prepare to get car sick. On our way to Sensoria, we stopped at a local cafe for coffee and pastries. We were expecting something traditional and different, but the snacks tasted like old, expired store-bought pastries. Once we arrived to Sensoria, we went on a 4.5-mile hike with swimming breaks. The rainforest was very beautiful and well maintained and our tour guides were very nice and attentive. We didn’t see as much wildlife as we would’ve liked but that’s just luck. The waterfalls and natural pools were very scenic and refreshing. One major disappointment was that the thermal pools were not warm at all. The water was basically cold. We were served wine and cheese at the last pool and had some private time together. At the end of the hike, we walked back to the main house where we were served what the website described as “designed chef lunch”. The food was very mediocre and it was stiflingly hot in the house so by that point we just wanted to leave and get home. And as I mentioned in the beginning, the ride home was miserable. Overall, though Sensoria is a beautiful place, the experience is not worth the steep price. For almost USD $900, I expect perfection. Here are a few suggestions: - Give an accurate estimated travel time. Our travel time was double what the tour operator told us. - Skip the morning cafe or pick some other place. It was not worth the stop - don’t advertise something as being a thermal pool if the water is going to be cold - Add a few fans in the main house - Add a few relaxation areas around the main house, like a few hammocks or lounge chairs so we can relax after the hike - Improve the quality of the food served

WOW. A gem of an experience This was an absolute highlight of our visit. We did the luxury plus tour and spent the day walking through a rainforest seeing a variety of animals like toucans, snakes, sloths, monkeys, etc. It was spectacular! Our guides Pedro & Issac were wonderful and very knowledgeable. The waterfalls did not disappoint. Thermal pool swimming was my favorite. We had a lovely lunch by one of the pools. We didn't get to do the lookout tower due to cloud cover, but saw so much else. We were picked up in Tamarindo and one thing I will say is to plan for a 12 hour day if you do this. 6 hours of driving, minimum depending on where you are. We were partially prepared for this, but thought it would be closer to 2 hours. I would suggest saying in Liberia and doing this tour from there to cut down on transit time and fully enjoy the pools and experience more. We might have stayed a little longer if we weren't facing a 3 hour drive home! But, all in all we are SO happy we did this and if we come back to Costa Rica we will absolutely stay in the rain forest more and explore there more as it was by far the highlight.

Beautiful place! Our guide, Isaac, was awesome! So knowledgable and friendly! The variety of flora was amazing, but we didn't get to see as much wildlife as I had hoped. We did see one beautiful tropical bird, 2 small snakes, a basilisk, and some leaf-cutter ants carrying leaves. No monkeys or sloths. When you arrive, they have changing rooms, and they tell you to change into your swimsuit and wear clothes on top. Then they offered like 3 or 4 different opportunities to swim, during the hike. I wish I had not worn tight athletic pants. They were such a pain to keep taking off and putting on in a super humid environment. Bring your most comfortable swimsuit, a towel, water shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. Wear loose-fitting and lightweight pants, and comfortable hiking or walking shoes. It's tempting to just wear quick-dry shorts, but the bugs will eat you alive, so wear pants. Since it's a rainforest, I debated getting waterproof hiking shoes, but ended up just wearing my Nike's, and it was totally fine. I think it always rains in the afternoon, so they just do tours in the morning, and then it will rain on your drive back.

Such a great experience! Me and my girlfriend had an amazing experience! It was truly amazing having both Isaac and Johnny accompany and share this experience with us! They were wonderful and have great personalities.

Great hike through the rainforest! Joaquin, our guide was amazing! He explained all about the eco system and animals of the rainforest. We swam in some waterfalls and beautiful thermal pools! The food and drinks were really good and the rainforest was beautiful! We saw 2 beautiful eyelash vipers!

Rainforest hike and volcanic pool swims This place is beautiful. We saw tonnes of wildlife and the guides are incredible at picking it out. The pools are beautiful too. We also love the eco credentials and ethics of the place!

A mini paradise on Mother Earth For me personally, since I love the rainforest and the waterfalls, the absolute highlight of our trip. It costs a little to get there but it is worth it more than a thousand times over. The pristine forest filled with streams and carefully maintained pools is a true wonder. Our guide Eri was perfect and very empathetic. Thank you very much for spoiling us!

Nice place, not the best. Very nice scenes, the walk is definitely a moderate walk, not easy. Isaac wasn't a good tour guide, he barely talked to us, didnt even said bye. Ticos, not really worth the money.

Sensoria Rainforest is a beautiful protected area of Costa Rica We had a very good time at Sensoria. The rainforest, waterfalls and scenery were beautiful. Our guide was a bit quiet but helpful and accommodating. We saw two waterfalls and were able to walk in them. The volcanic soils create the most clear and blue water we have ever seen. There were two plunge pools we were allowed to go in, as well as one thermal pool. Unfortunately the only wildlife we saw were some exotic birds and snakes (poisonous!). The property is in a type of land trust so it will not be disturbed with development, and they have motion cameras showing the wildlife within the park. The one downside is the ride to and from - horrible roads, very rough ride.

Dusk Experience This was an incredible experience. Probably the best of our trip to Costa Rica. We almost didn't do it. We did the Dusk Experience. It had a moderate hike up and down the mountain with stops at a few waterfalls and swimming holes. Isaac was our guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly... an expert in the local wildlife and fauna. The tour ended with a private thermal pool, perfectly lit with accent lighting, and a special selection of finger foods. At the end, Isaac and his partner stayed late and went out of their way to help me find my lost gopro camera. Service above and beyond what would have been expected.

Must visit Sensoria...again! Sensoria was truly a highlight of our recent time in Costa Rica. The beauty and magic was elevated by our outstanding guide, Isaac. Thank you Isaac for making our visit remarkable. You are the Best!

Great way to see the rainforest The tour was so interesting and our driver/guide, Pablo, was so knowledgeable and helpful . His assistant was also excellent and the two of them really added the enjoyment of this beautiful place. The hike was a workout but worth it. Highly recommend.

Heaven on earth! This was the highlight of our trip to Costa Rica! Joaquin guided us through this magical place filled with natural beauty. The bluest waterfalls, the most lovely thermal pools, and the gorgeous forest. We choose the luxury experience with private swim pool and wine/snacks at the end. It was pure perfection. Cannot recommend highly enough. The only tough part was the drive up. You can get transport from hotels, but we choose to drive. The final 45 minutes is bumpy, unpaved terrain, so be sure your rental can handle it if you choose to drive. Worth every bump in the road. As Joaquin reminded us, ‘The toughest roads lead to the most beautiful places.’ He was right!

Glad we experienced Sensoria Sensoria was a great experience. All done in first-class manner, from private shuttle service, to greeting, hiking, and lunch. Very pleasant and knowledgable guide (Isaac) who spoke expert English. The hike was more demanding than expected with a large number of steps up and down, but if your knees are healthy, it is not terribly strenuous. The dip in the cool waterfall pool was very refreshing and in the warm thermal pool a very relaxing way to end the hike. Lunch was very tasty. Elapsed time from Playa Conchal was 10 hours (6 hours of shuttle to/from and about 4 hours in Sensoria)

Family Experience What an amazing adventure this was! We had 16 family members that did the tour. We were all blown away with the Beauty of the land they offered. We swam in two of the waterfalls and two of the thermal pools. We were all served wine and appetizers at the end in the thermal pool…talk about a luxurious experience!! The grounds are so beautiful and their staff is very professional and friendly. Gaby, Luis, Jonny, and Pablo were so friendly and helpful. We had used their transportation service, and Pablo was our driver. He was so full of information about Sensoria and the surrounding areas. It was so fun to listen to him. My mom had left her water bottle at the place and it was delivered the next day to our villa, talk about service! the lunch they provided was excellent. book your excursion, you will not be disappointed, and the memories will last forever ❤️❤️

Don't miss Sensoria waterfall hike. We just returned from the waterfall hike. It was so worth it. Our English speaking guide Pablo was terrific, knowledgeable, patient, helpful and fun. Luis drove us from La Anita Lodge and back stopping to point out Tucans and a sloth along the way. He assisted with the hike.

Exclusividad, servicio impecable y belleza natural Recientemente visitamos Sensoria, y superó nuestras expectativas. La ubicación apartada brinda una sensación de exclusividad, algo difícil de encontrar en la actualidad en Costa Rica. La vista impresionante del volcán, las impresionantes cascadas y las acogedoras piscinas de agua volcánica crean una atmósfera mágica. Nuestro guía, Eriberto, no solo fue amigable sino que también mostró un alto nivel de profesionalismo. Mejoró nuestro viaje con información perspicaz y garantizó nuestra seguridad en todo momento. Avistó animales que hubiéramos pasado por alto, como 3 o 4 hermosas serpientes, y nos enseñó sobre la naturaleza en la zona. Un almuerzo excelente que complementó la ambientación general. Sensoria realmente ofrece una mezcla perfecta de belleza natural y servicio personalizado, convirtiéndolo en un destino imprescindible en Costa Rica.