BriBri Shaman Experience: Medicinal Ceremonies, Plant Knowledge, Cacao Making, and Waterfall Visit

Immerse yourself in the BriBri Shaman Experience, where you’ll witness medicinal ceremonies, learn about plant knowledge, participate in cacao making, and visit a stunning waterfall. Join us for a unique and transformative adventure!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bribri - Experience a magical ceremony with a Bribri Shaman
    Go inside an iconic house and learn about the Indigenous Cosmovision
    See where the Shaman makes the medicinal plants
    Learn about different medicinal plants and how they are used
    Swim in the Bribri waterfall
    Eat a traditional Bribri meal
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Experience the distinct and traditional methods of medicinal ceremonies within the BriBri society. Conducted in the shaman’s residence, you will witness the utilization of medicinal plants. The Shaman will describe the specific benefits of each plant and their healing properties. Post-ceremony, you’ll be introduced to the cacao making process and savour a customary local dish. Concluding this remarkable journey, you’ll hike to a waterfall for an invigorating swim.

  • IMPORTANT: WE ONLY OPEN THE RESERVATIONS WITH AT LEAST 2 PEOPLE.
Location
Life Culture Travel Costa Rica
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mathildet610
Aug 18, 2024
Great experience! - Very good experience, privileged moment with the shaman. Discovery of the Bribris culture with preparation and shared meals. It was a beautiful moment of sharing, in a very welcoming family. Mishka was very dynamic and professional. We recommend!
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Voyager28218977212
Jul 30, 2024
A phenomenal experience! - The whole tour was amazing! From the part with the shaman and ritual, to the bath in the waterfall, to the farm making chocolate! I had a great time with everyone and especially with Tirza guide! I recommend this tour 100%!
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835bernicec
Jul 22, 2024
Don't miss out on this cultural and nature tour! - What an incredible experience to be guided through the sacred land of Kekoldi with its tribal caretakers! Tirza and Don German were incredible guides, sharing their ancestral knowledge of the land, animals, plants, medicine, and crafts. The 7km trek to the waterfalls is completely worth it. On your way back, Dona Maura is ready with a freshly prepared BriBri lunch with so much sustenance. Thank you Tirza for sharing your stories - I will never forget the walking tree, embracing it to feel its coolness and energy. It was beautiful.
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Lisakh8377rf
Jul 18, 2024
Wonderful authentic experience - It was a great great local experience with Lots of authentic information and food and people. Thank you so much Rodolfo For showing us around. We especially loved all the food we got to try. Very much recommended and Not commercialised Like apparently many other Tours are.
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856elenif
Jun 2, 2024
best culture tour!! - This was an amazing tour. You learn about shaman traditions, life on the plantation, get a wonderful meal, and then a waterfall hike! Fofo was great and answered any questions we had. Definitely recommend if you want to learn about the BriBri culture! Thank you Fofo and Bribri!! ❤️
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Laurajm1903rx
May 9, 2024
Perfect Day Trip in BriBri - Great tour with enough activities to break up the day trip. I really enjoyed the knowledge, energy, and humor the tour guide had. I’d highly recommend.
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Ktblueyes18
Apr 16, 2024
Loved it - Such a great experience! The waterfall was amazing (I only wish we had a little longer!) and seeing and tasting the process of making chocolate was so special.
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Jean-ottens
Mar 17, 2024
We loved it! - The trip was amazing! Our Tour guide was Tirza, the owner of the company, she told us so much about the culture and the locals. The passion and love she has for her country is priceless! Thank you Tirza! Lots lof love Jeanique & Jeanine
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Maru-britos
Mar 10, 2024
An authentic experience - All tours are highly recommended, there is a lot of love and professionalism in their work. An authentic and unforgettable experience! It was a moment with a very positive energy, with a lot of contact and respect for nature.
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936debj
Mar 10, 2024
Genuine experience with the indigenous people. Highly recommend! - What an wonderful day! Tirza was an amazing guide for our day, beginning with visiting the indigenous Bribri area and a beautiful visit and cleansing ritual with the Shaman. Next on to a sweet family as we learned and all took turns in turning the cacao into delicious chocolate! enjoyed some on warm bananas, toasted with a warm drink, had a facial, then hiked through their land to learn all about the medicinal plants, were served a delicious lunch, and learned how they made coverings with the large leaves. From there, onto the waterfall which was so beautiful and refreshing! Served fresh coconut water after our hike back up. It was a fantastic day!
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