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African Safari Adventure at Ponderosa Adventure Park, Liberia
Experience something completely different in Guanacaste with a safari-style adventure surrounded by animals from around the world. Located in Liberia, Costa Rica, Ponderosa is home to approximately 300 animals representing 22 different species, including 11 species from Africa. Giraffes, zebras, watusis, wildebeests, dromedaries, ostriches and other animals live across a spacious 30-hectare area designed to give visitors an up-close wildlife experience.
Take a Safari Through the Park
Climb aboard a safari truck and explore the park accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.
As you travel through the property, your guide will introduce you to the different animals and share information about the species you encounter along the way.
Get Up Close to the Animals
One of the highlights of the experience is just how close you can get. See giraffes, zebras and other animals as you travel through their surroundings, with opportunities to interact with some of the animals and even offer them carrot sticks. It's a fun way for families to experience wildlife together without leaving Guanacaste.
Enjoy a Costa Rican Lunch
After your safari adventure, you can enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch inside the park, giving you time to relax before continuing your visit.
Discover La Perla Waterfall
There's more to Ponderosa than the safari. The El Salto River runs through the property, where you'll find the beautiful La Perla Waterfall and a swimming area.
Bring your bathing suit and enjoy some time by the water as part of your day at the park.
Safari. Wildlife. Waterfall. Swimming. Discover a completely different side of Guanacaste.
ARRIVE AT PONDEROSA
Make your way to Ponderosa in Liberia, Costa Rica. We recommend the self-transport option, giving you the flexibility to arrive and enjoy the experience at your own pace. Transportation from locations throughout Guanacaste is also available.
MEET YOUR GUIDE
Meet your guide and get ready to discover the animals that call Ponderosa home.
BEGIN YOUR SAFARI ADVENTURE
Climb aboard the safari truck and travel through the park's approximately 30-hectare wildlife area. Your guide will introduce you to the different species and share information about the animals you encounter.
MEET THE ANIMALS
Look out for giraffes, zebras, watusis, wildebeests, dromedaries, ostriches and more as you explore the park. You'll have opportunities to get close to some of the animals and even offer them carrot sticks during the experience.
ENJOY A COSTA RICAN LUNCH
When you're ready for a break, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch available inside the park.
VISIT LA PERLA WATERFALL
Continue to the El Salto River, which runs through the property, and discover La Perla Waterfall.
COOL OFF IN THE WATER
Bring your bathing suit and enjoy the swimming area before completing your visit to Ponderosa.
TRANSPORTATION & BOOKING
We recommend self-transport for guests who prefer the freedom to explore at their own pace. Transportation can also be arranged from locations throughout Guanacaste.
Select Book Now, choose your preferred date and time, and view the current availability and available pricing options before completing your reservation online.