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Hacienda La Chimba: Coffee, Nature, and Adventure

Discover coffee culture and outdoor adventures at Hacienda La Chimba, a scenic escape near San José with hiking, ziplining & local cuisine.

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Nestled in the lush mountains of Santa Ana, near San José, Hacienda La Chimba offers a blend of Costa Rican coffee culture and outdoor adventures. Hike through coffee plantations, soar through the treetops on a canopy tour, or challenge yourself on the high ropes course, all while enjoying panoramic views of the Central Valley.

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Local tips

  • Wear appropriate footwear. Sports shoes are required for most activities, except the Coffee Tour.
  • Bring sun protection. The sun can be intense, so bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
  • Stay hydrated. Bring plenty of water, especially if you plan to hike.
  • Arrive before 2 p.m. to hike the Mantra Trail.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From the Coca Cola bus terminal in San José, take a bus to Santa Ana. These buses depart frequently, approximately every 10 minutes, and the journey takes about 30-40 minutes. Once in downtown Santa Ana, transfer to the bus going to Calle la Chimba. This bus departs once per hour. Get off at Calle La Chimba, from where it is a short 300-meter walk to the entrance of Hacienda La Chimba. The bus fare from San José to Santa Ana is approximately 530 CRC (just over $1 USD). The bus fare from Santa Ana to Hacienda La Chimba is approximately 360 CRC ($0.6 USD).

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    From downtown San José, a taxi or Uber ride to Hacienda La Chimba takes approximately 30 minutes. Input the address 'Del Mini Super Rio Oro 1.7 km al sur y 350m oeste, San José, Santa Ana, 1000' into your ride-share app. A one-way trip from San José to the hacienda typically costs between ¢7,000 – ¢11,300. Expect to pay around $25 USD.

  • Driving

    From downtown San José, Hacienda La Chimba is approximately a 30-minute drive. Take Highway 27 heading east and take the Rio Oro exit, heading towards the mountains. The hacienda is easily found on both Waze and Google Maps. There is a large parking lot free of charge for guests.

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Hacienda La Chimba, located in the green hills of Río Oro de Santa Ana, is a multifaceted destination that provides an immersive Costa Rican experience. Just a short drive from San José, this former coffee plantation has been transformed into an ecological adventure park, offering a variety of activities for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. The hacienda cultivates 65 hectares of coffee using high-quality standards. Visitors can take a coffee tour to learn about the history of Hacienda La Chimba, the coffee-making process, and Costa Rican coffee culture. The tour includes visits to old houses and a replica of the colonial chapel of Orosi. After the tour, guests can sample the delicious local coffee. For those seeking adventure, Hacienda La Chimba offers several options. The Mantra Trail is a popular hiking route that leads to a giant sculpture of a hand, called “La Mano del Mantra,” where visitors can take photos with the verdant mountains in the background. The trail is 9 km (5.6 miles) long, but there are also shorter routes of 5 km and 3 km. Along the way, hikers will encounter landmarks such as a Buddha, a Costa Rica sign, a butterfly, and a heart. Hacienda La Chimba also offers a canopy tour with eight zip lines, four trails, and two suspension bridges. For a more challenging activity, visitors can try the high ropes course, which includes 11 elements of varying difficulty. Hacienda La Chimba is committed to sustainability, using solar panels and reusing water in its coffee processing. The hacienda also has a restaurant serving traditional Costa Rican dishes.

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