Sensoria
- Climate Zones
- Tropical wet to humid cloud
- Regenerative Focus
- Conservation, eco-tourism
About this land node
A private rainforest reserve near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano offering eco-luxury tours with trails, volcanic waterfalls, thermal pools, and wildlife viewing, focusing on sensory experiences and sustainability.
Overview
- Project Vision
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To be a leader in sustainable eco-tourism and conservation
- Project Purpose
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To provide immersive eco-tourism experiences while conserving the rainforest and its biodiversity near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
- Project Title
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Sensoria Eco-Luxury Adventure Tours
- Political Location
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Upala, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Ecology & biodiversity
- Biodiversity context
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High biodiversity, part of Guanacaste Conservation Area
- Ecological corridors
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Links Rincón de la Vieja to adjacent forests
- Natural boundaries
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Northern slope of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, bordered by Rincón de la Vieja National Park
- Ecosystem unity
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Middle-elevation tropical rainforest blending dry and humid cloud forests
Climate & water
- Climate Zones
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Tropical wet to humid cloud
- Rainfall patterns
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Rainy season from May to November, drier from December to April
- Average Rainfall
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2000-2500 mm per year
- Temperature Extremes
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32°C to 18°C
- Average Temperature
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24-27°C
- Watershed
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Rincón de la Vieja watershed
- Nearby water bodies
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Near volcanic rivers and springs (varies by trail)
Land & terrain
- Elevation & slope
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600-1200 meters, moderate slopes
- Landforms
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Volcanic slopes, rainforest
- Soil Types
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Volcanic soils, enriched by mineral deposits
- Soil health
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Improving through conservation practices
- Erosion risk
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Moderate, mitigated by dense vegetation
- Renewable resource potential
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Hydro energy, solar power
People & history
- Land Acknowledgements
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Honors local Indigenous groups near Upala
- Recent land history
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Previously private land, opened for tourism in 2013
Regenerative practice
- Regenerative Focus
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Conservation, eco-tourism
- Regenerative Methodologies
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Guided tours, limited land use (1% for tourism)
- Environmental objectives
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Preserve rainforest, protect biodiversity
- Community objectives
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Educate visitors, support local economy
- Community engagement
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Eco-tours, guided hikes
- Economic Model
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Tour revenue, conservation funding
Impact
- Expressed Impact
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Conducted 10,000+ tours, preserved 100+ hectares
- Key impact metrics
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Tours conducted, hectares preserved
Visiting & links
- Nearest urban centres
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30 km from Upala
- Website
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https://sensoria.cr/