Your Mei Tai Guide

Welcome to Mei Tai! To help you make the most of your stay, we've gathered our favorite local activities, restaurants, and essential information about the finca.

Tip: Before booking tours or activities directly, please check with us first. We often have better rates and can help ensure availability.

Rio Celeste
Rio Celeste - Tenorio National Park
~25 min from Mei Tai
Hours: 8 am – 2 pm (avoid 10–12)
Duration: ~2 hrs (out & back)
Medium–high difficulty; guide not needed; good shoes recommended. Parking until 4 pm (~₡2,000).
Tickets via SINAC
Price: 💲
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Horse Tour with David
Horse Tour with David
~30 min from Mei Tai
Hours: 8 am, 11 am, 2 pm
Duration: ~2 hrs
Easy level; private swim in Río Celeste (bring swimsuit and towel). Optional tilapia lunch on-site.
Reservation required
Price: 💲💲
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Tubing with Jason
Tubing with Jason (Rio Celeste)
~45 min from Mei Tai
Flexible departures
Duration: ~3 hrs total (~1h15 on water)
Easy; includes gear, towel, photos/videos, fruits, water. Private tour.
Reservation required
Price: 💲💲
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Free Swimming in Rio Celeste
Free Swimming in Rio Celeste
~25 min from Mei Tai
Open all day
Duration: As desired
Local natural pool. Bring swimsuit and towel.
No reservation
Price: Free
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Tree of Peace
Tree of Peace
~30 min from Mei Tai
Open access
Duration: Very short
Majestic centuries-old tree. Only unofficial parking nearby.
No reservation
Price: Free
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Chocolate tour with Gerardo
Chocolate tour with Gerardo
~30 min from Mei Tai
Hours depend on availability (arrive before 3 pm)
Duration: 1.5 hrs minimum
Make your own chocolate; English/Spanish guide; family-friendly.
No reservation required
Price: 💲💲
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Nature tour with Marco
Nature tour with Marco
~15 min from Mei Tai
Open daily except Sunday (closes 4 pm)
Duration: ~1 hr (short) • ~2.5 hrs (long)
Private tour; English/Spanish guide; snack included. Viewpoints, forests, hanging bridge, hummingbirds.
No reservation required
Price: 💲💲
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Sloth Nature Tour
Sloth Nature Tour
~10 min from Mei Tai
Availability varies by guide
Duration: ~1+ hr
Guided walk focusing on sloth observation and local flora/fauna.
No reservation — Free & paid options
Price: 💲💲
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Night tour with Miguel
Night tour with Miguel
~10 min from Mei Tai
Meet 5:15 pm
Duration: ~2 hrs
Observation of nocturnal wildlife; English available.
Reservation required
Price: 💲💲
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Night Tour with Tapirs
Night Tour with Tapirs
~20 min from Mei Tai
Meet 5:15 pm
Duration: ~2.5 hrs
High chance of tapirs; guide in EN/FR/ES; snack included.
Reservation required a day before (website)
Price: 💲💲 + guide fee
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Yeye's
Yeye's
Traditional local cuisine
~5 min from Mei Tai • Open daily until 9 pm
Medium-sized, family-style; authentic flavors; panoramic Miravalles view.
Price: 💲
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El Barrigón
El Barrigón
Pizzeria • Local & international
~7 min • Open daily until 10 pm
Large and touristic; wood-fired pizzas; great for groups.
Price: 💲💲
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La Semilla
La Semilla
Café • Light meals
~8 min • Open daily until 9 pm
Small, charming, cozy; coffee, pastries, light dishes; veg/vegan options.
Price: 💲
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Poro
Poro
Fish & seafood • Local cuisine
~10 min • Open daily until 8 pm+
Medium-sized; quality seafood; fresh local ingredients.
Price: 💲
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Blue River Brewery
Blue River Brewery
Restaurant-bar
~13 min • Open until 9–10 pm (Closed Mon; check online)
Small; American/Jamaican vibes; craft beers, cocktails, homemade food, live music, darts.
Price: 💲💲💲
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Tapirus Paradise
Tapirus Paradise
Local cuisine, pizzas & bar
~25 min • Open daily until 10 pm
Large space; wooden interior; seafood; pizzas after 3 pm; cocktails. Late departures not recommended.
Price: 💲💲💲
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Tilapiera Los Laguitos
Tilapiera Los Laguitos
Local fish cuisine
~27 min • Open daily (except low season) until 8 pm
Small, family-style; fresh tilapia; wooden terrace; large green area by ponds. Late departures not recommended.
Price: 💲💲
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Breakfast
Breakfast
MyTime (double red roof) • 7:30–9:00 am
Homemade, fresh breakfast served with warmth and a view.
Fridge-Bar
Outdoor Fridge-Bar
MyTime • 24/7
Cold drinks, beers, and wines (white & rosé). Help yourself—settle up at the end.
Dinner in Room
Dinner in Your Room
Order via Dinner
Meals delivered by local restaurants. Drinks in fridge-bar. Pay at checkout—no driving or waiting.
Pool
Pool
Open daily • 2 pm – 6 pm
Towels provided on-site. Perfect after hiking or exploring.
Check-Out
Check-Out
Flexible until 11 am
Settle remaining balance at MyTime during breakfast if needed.
Wi-Fi
Wi‑Fi
Network: Your room name • Password: belgium123
Toilets
Toilets
Please do not throw paper in the toilet. Use the bin to avoid clogs.
Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
If used, keep windows and doors closed. Please switch off before leaving.
Tap Water
Tap Water
Safe to drink. A chilled bottle awaits in your fridge upon arrival.
Payments
Payments
If you have a remaining balance, you can settle it during breakfast on your last day.
Cash: Colóns, dollars, or euros (preferred for better exchange rate).
Bank Transfer: Possible in dollars or euros.
Cards / PayPal: Visa, Mastercard (colóns or dollars), or PayPal (dollars) with 6% surcharge.