pja1

Hi,

My wife would love to visit Costa Rica primarily for the rain Forest and birds and wildlife. Does anyone have personal experience using a tour that more or less caters to handicapped persons? She has trouble walking any distance, can not walk on rough terrain, and has some balance issues. I, her husband, of course would accompany her. Thank you for any ideas.

Paul

volcanogirl

I can recommend the Cano Negro tour if you're going to be in the Arenal area; it's a boat ride where you can observe monkeys, caimans, water birds, etc. It's a nice big stable covered boat. Desafio is a good company to go with. You can also visit the Proyecto Asis animal rescue center; we got to help feed monkeys, a sloth, and toucans there. You can get very close to the animals, so it's a neat experience. The Penas Blancas river float is also fun. You might have to walk down a river slope to board the raft there though.

pja1

Thank you for the information volcanogirl. I will look into your suggestions.

volcanogirl

You're welcome; I hope some of the suggestions work out for you.

pja1

Thank you for the advice and link!

volcanogirl

RE, where would you book an electric wheelchair in Costa Rica? Advertising isn't allowed on these boards.

gtravelcr

There are few other suggestions to consider:

Arenal
Hot Springs (Baldi Hot Springs could work, but not the only place)
Sky Tram (teleferic ride)
Hanging Bridges (accessible trail)
Cano Negro Guided Boat Tour

Monteverde
Butterfly Garden
Herpetarium
Orchids Garden
Frog Pond (indoor exhibit)
Bat's Jungle
Sky Tram (teleferic ride)
Coffee Tour (usually a 1h 30 min to 2 hour tour)

Central Pacific
Carara National Park
Damas Island Guided Boat Tour
Catamaran Sailing
Manuel Antonio National Park

Guanacaste
Palo Verde Guided Boat Tour
Catamaran Sailing