Mountain to Stillness

Unique Experience

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2026

Edgardo U.

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San Jose

English, Spanish (Native)

4 hrs 50 mins

Private tour (only you and Edgardo U.)

Up to 6 people

Explore the mountains and cloud forests of San Antonio, discover a hidden waterfall, reconnect with your body through yoga, breathwork and sound healing, and finish with an authentic Costa Rican casado prepared for you at a local community base, El Chumico.

Mountain to Stillness is a journey that brings together nature, adventure, local culture, and wellbeing.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

07:30 AM

Meeting Point

El Chumico, San Antonio de Escazú

- We begin at El Chumico in San Antonio de Escazú, where we meet before driving approximately 10 minutes to the starting point of the hike.

08:00 AM

Stage 1 — Mountain Hike

The hike is approximately 8 km round trip, with about 4 km of ascent and 4 km returning, and normally takes around 2.5 hours.

Along the way, we travel through:

Mountain terrain

Cloud forest

A local waterfall

During the hike, you'll learn about the mountains and their importance as sources of water, as well as their role in conservation, recreation, and tourism.

Bring a light snack to share during the experience.

10:30 AM

Stage 2 — Stillness

After the hike, we return to El Chumico, approximately 10 minutes away by car.

Here, the experience changes from movement to stillness with approximately one hour of:

Restorative yoga

Pranayama/breathwork

Sound healing

This is a moment to slow down, breathe, and reconnect after exploring the mountains.

11:50 AM

Stage 3 — The Costa Rican Table

We finish the experience at El Chumico with a traditional Costa Rican casado.

The meal is prepared in advance so that we can sit down and enjoy it together after the hike and wellness session.

You'll have approximately one hour to enjoy the meal and experience a traditional part of Costa Rican food and local life.

Ending Point

We finish the experience at El Chumico

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Yoga and Sound Healing session fee

Private vehicle

-up to 6 people, Toyota Rush SUV 2022

Transportation fee

Gasoline fee

Filter Water to refill water bottles.

Lunch

What‘s not included

Public transportation, bus, taxi, or Uber to get to the meeting point.

El Chumico, the meeting point, is like 30 min from San José downtown ($12)

Snacks of your preference.

Tour Important Information

-This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

-Bring a water bottle and snacks.

-Raincoat.

-Towel.

-Change of clothes.

-Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

-This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Edgardo U.

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Edgardo U.

I’m a Costa Rica-based travel operations professional, trip leader and guide with more than 10 years of experience in tourism and extensive hands-on experience across Costa Rica and Central America.

Since 2012, I’ve worked with international travelers and travel companies, leading and supporting small-group adventure and experiential trips.

I have operated 200+ trips in Costa Rica, developing deep destination knowledge across accommodations, transportation, activities, restaurants, local suppliers and travel logistics.

My experience goes beyond guiding.

I’m comfortable coordinating the operational side of a trip — managing itineraries, working with local suppliers, organizing activities and transportation, communicating with guests, adapting plans and solving problems on the ground.

I also have a background in Sustainable Tourism Management.