Enjoy a cup of coffee and relax in this small, authentic Costa Rican village. With the Talamancas off in the distance and the Pirris River flowing through town, nature enthusiasts won’t find trouble exploring the many facets found here with or without an experienced guide. On top of the array of nature activities, the region surrenders hills shrouded in coffee farms, which yield beans that posses a unique flavor due to the cooler climate.
Sitting along the flank of the thundering Talamanca Mountain Range, Santa Maria de Dota is positioned in a gorgeous valley where birding, hiking, fishing and photography provide endless opportunities to explore this tranquil region. Some 200 species of birds can be found in the area, including quetzals, tanagers, hummingbirds and wood peckers. Birders and hikers will also be glad to know that the Los Quetzales National Park is close by and provides an outstanding opportunity to witness resplendent quetzals as well as some small mammals. Also within a short driving distance are the eye-catching Naranjo Waterfalls.
Santa Maria de Dota is a rudimentary Tico town spread out around the church, plaza, and school. From this rural settlement, various lodging options are available. Secluded hillside villas with breathtaking mountain views are scattered around the area and are a superb option for those wishing to connect to the natural environment.
Medical, Dental & Travel providers
Yoga Simbiosis
- Contact: Natalia Ureña – Los Santos
- Phone: 2541-1572
- Email: [email protected]
Sun Valley Products
- Contact: Esteban Chacon
- Phone: 8867-7057
- Website: sunvalleydota.com
- Email: [email protected]
Clínica San Francisco de Asís
- Contact: Seidy Rodriguez
- Phone: 8535-2318
- Email: [email protected]
Municipalidad de Dota
- Contact: Mary Marin
- Phone:8730-3272
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: dota.go.cr
Centro Integral para la Salud Física
- Contact: Roselen Madrigal Ureña
- Phone: 8649-0316
- Email: [email protected]
Grupo Valle Verde
- Contact: Luis Fernando Madrigal Gómez
- Phone: 8712 5055
- Email: [email protected]
Municipalidad de Dota
- Contact: Gabriela Ureña
- Phone: 2541-2728
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: coopedota.com
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