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If you're visiting ANYWHERE near Liberia, you NEED to come to Ponderosa. This is by far the most fun excursion I've done in Costa Rica & I've lived here almost 2 years. The animals were incredible (and you can tell they are so loved, cared for, and treated well -- the zebras literally RUN to the safari truck because they know the people are coming with carrots!!) The lunch was delicious, the ziplining was super fun and the waterfall is breathtaking. There are also TONS of shaded areas. There are few things I didn't get to try (like the tubing--) but i have plans to return VERY soon & will be bringing all of my friends with me this time. ** (I highly recommend calling in advance to book your excursion as well to save $$ even though it’s already the most cost-effective excursion out there right now. They give you a reservation number and you pay upon arrival.) Thank you Ponderosa team for an amazing experience!
Alex KennedyAlex Kennedy
10
There weren't too many activities available for a 2 year old, but our family enjoyed the Safari tour and the waterfall was quiet and peaceful. We were, however, highly disappointed that the guide did not provide any English instructions. My family was left in the dark, not knowing how to properly feed the animals or where to go. We resorted to following everyone else. It would have been nice to learn more about the animals. The waterfall felt like a long 15 minute hike in the heat with a struggling toddler. We didn't find out until later that they could have offered to bring us there by shuttle/truck despite us asking for assistance/directions. Our family would have enjoyed this place more if staff were more attentive and the decorations weren't so excessive/tacky (there are random statues of Shrek and Marvel characters). Food was mediocre at best.
m hongm hong
00
This place is a small safari park like setting with about 4 real activities to do. You have the safari which is probably the better of all the activities. This activity includes a ride along the parks animal enclosure. You get to feed zebras, giraffes and other small animals. Make sure to get 2 bags of carrots or you will run out. 2nd activity is the ZipLines ...which leaves much to be desired. The staff is great but you get 3 ziplines vs what the competion offers. The next activity is the kayaks which was fun but short.....and lastly they do a horseback riding. When I was there in October the activity was not available do to the weather. Call and book over the phone it was about 70 per person. Waterfall was okay not the biggest or baddest and possibly man made. Overall I was at the park for about 2hrs with no lines do to showers.
Edgard ZaragozaEdgard Zaragoza
20
Good concept but do not, DO NOT go on the weekends or you will spend your time waiting in lines all day! Definitely operational efficiency issues. Zip lines were mediocre. I have seen worse and better. Safari is the highlight, getting closer to the animals and feeding them. People cut in front of our line and personnel didn't ask them to go back. Definitely needs improvement. I agree that it maybe geared more towards locals and children. There is a reservation system but I don't think that they limit the number of people. There is transportation from the highway if you come by bus. If you come with backpack, you will have to zip line with it. Free Wi-Fi in public areas with pswd. I paid $55 in low season but if I paid more, it would be a waste with the weekend crowd.
Engin SabuncuEngin Sabuncu
20
The park is definitely a great experience. The Safari is small but you'll definitely enjoy it. The Waterfall is small and a little lagoon forms where you can swim; the water temperature is quite nice for a hot day. The swimming pools are not big, so you may end up with overcrowding, there are 3 pools for kids and I could only see one adult pool. We paid for the buffet lunch, which wasn't a buffet lunch after all - it's typical Costa Rican dishes, but you may only choose one option, one time. Lunch here was much more expensive than any other place we've visited. The cost of the park varies based on the activities you choose to do, we chose 4 activities (Safari, Waterfall, Swimming pools and Lunch), and the cost was around $52 pp.
Erick BarrantesErick Barrantes
10
This place is nice for families with kids but not really for adults. This is not really a real safari. The entertainment is the fact you get to feed giraffes, zebras and ostriches. We paid for a full day which included the safari, the zip lining (which was ok/small compared to the ones we’ve been on in San Jose), lunch (just ok), waterfall, kayaking and swimming. The last 3 were all done in the same place. Kayaking and swimming were all at the small waterfalls. Again it’s fun for kids. After the safari, zip lining and quick lunch we went to the waterfall and decided not to bother with the rest and went back to our hotel. Kind of a waste of money/day.
Añuli CAñuli C
10
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200 mts sur del puente de el rio “El Salto, Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia, 50101, Costa Rica
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+506 2288 1000
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https://ponderosacostarica.com/
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