Bijagua in Pictures

The hanging bridges trail winds through a cathedral of green — bromeliads, orchids, and ancient trees draped in moss.

The otherworldly blue of Río Celeste is caused by a natural chemical reaction where two rivers meet — one of Costa Rica's most stunning natural phenomena.

Float through the jungle on one of the most unique river experiences in Central America — the blue waters of Río Celeste beneath a canopy of rainforest.

The Baird's tapir is one of Central America's most elusive mammals. Spotting one in the wild near Bijagua is a rare and unforgettable encounter.

A second rare encounter with the Baird's tapir — Central America's largest land mammal and a keystone species of the cloud forest ecosystem.

One of the most striking birds in the Bijagua canopy. The black-mandibled toucan is a frequent sight along the forest edge and a favorite among visiting birdwatchers.

Coffee cherries ripening on the branch — grown in the rich volcanic soils of the Bijagua valley, where altitude and humidity combine to produce exceptional flavor.

From harvest to cup — the coffee culture of Bijagua is as rich as the land it grows from. Local producers take pride in every step of the process.

Cacao has been cultivated in this region for generations. The rich volcanic soil and humid microclimate of the Bijagua valley create ideal conditions for growing some of Costa Rica's finest cacao.