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Peggy C
May 31, 2026
We were spoiled rotten by this amazing team! Every meal trip they planned made our trip so special. We honestly felt like family! After Dark Rainforest is a wonderful team! Thank you Goose for everything
Peggy Fishing Experienced
Peggy, "spoiled rotten" is honestly our love language. 🥹 There is nothing better than a group that lets us pour everything into their trip — and your energy made it so easy to do just that. Every meal, every stop, every little detail planned with you in mind. Family is exactly the right word. That's the After Dark way. Thank you for trusting us with your Costa Rica memories, Peggy. Come back soon — we'll have the welcome drinks ready. 🌴🍹 Con cariño — Tere, Goose & the After Dark family
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Valerie M
Apr 22, 2026
We had a wonderful time. Goose is the absolute BEST! I will be recommending After Dark to my friends that are visiting Costa Rica! Thank you for a great experience!
CASA BELLA VISTA -VALERIE MARTIN
Valerie, short, sweet, and straight from the heart — just like the best trips! 🌿 We are so happy you had a wonderful time, and Goose will absolutely beam when he reads this. He puts everything into every group, and knowing it landed means the world to us. Your friends are in for a treat — send them our way and we promise to take good care of them. 🐒 Until next time, Valerie! — Tere, Goose & the After Dark crew
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Andrea S
Apr 10, 2026
I cannot say enough great things about After Dark Rainforest. From start to finish, the entire team was wonderful - truly professional in every sense of the word. What really stands out was the depth of their knowledge; it's clear they are experts at what they do/love. They took the time to answer all of our questions and amde the whole experience seamless and memorable. I have found my go-to, and I would not use anyone else. Highly recommend!
Davon and Andrea Rafting experience and Transfers
Andrea, "I have found my go-to" — that right there is everything. 🙌 We don't take that lightly. Costa Rica has no shortage of options, and the fact that you'd choose us again without hesitation is the kind of trust we work hard every single day to earn. The knowledge, the care, the seamless experience — that's not an accident. It's what happens when a team genuinely loves what they do and the place they get to share it in. Davon and Andrea, you're part of the After Dark family now. We'll be here whenever the rainforest calls you back. 🌊🌿 Goose & the After Dark team
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Kiersti G
Apr 08, 2026
We had a fantastic experience with After dark Rainforest Experiences! Great communication and wonderful people. Would highly recommend and we will definitely use them next time we are in Costa Rica!
Sunrise Tamarindo Comdo
Kiersti, "next time we are in Costa Rica" — music to our ears! 🎶 Great communication might sound like a small thing, but we know how much it matters when you're traveling somewhere new. Knowing someone reliable has your back from the first message to the last drop-off? That peace of mind is part of the experience too. So glad the whole team came through for you. We will absolutely be ready and waiting when your next Costa Rica adventure takes shape. 🌴 Hasta la próxima —Goose & the After Dark family
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Brenda K
Mar 30, 2026
If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica and want an experience that is truly unforgettable, look no further than Goose. This was our fifth trip to Costa Rica, and we traveled with family—including an incredibly talented photographer—so it was important for us to experience not just the landscapes, but the incredible wildlife that makes this country so special. We were hoping to see everything from sloths to colorful toucans, vibrant frogs, and whatever else Costa Rica had to offer. Goose didn’t just meet those expectations—he exceeded them in every possible way. From the moment he picked us up at the airport in his comfortable, spotless vehicle, everything was seamless. Without delay, we were off on what turned out to be one of the most amazing days we’ve ever had. Goose listened carefully to what we wanted and thoughtfully customized an excursion that perfectly blended adventure, wildlife, and authentic local experiences. We began at Catarata Llanos de Cortés, and it was absolutely stunning. While taking in the beauty of the waterfall, we were lucky enough to spot howler monkeys—including babies riding on their mothers’ backs—which was such a special moment. From there, we made our way to the rainforest in Bijagua, specifically the beautiful Finca Verde Lodge—and this is where Goose truly shines. Not only is he deeply knowledgeable, but he’s also an incredible photographer himself. He constantly kept an eye out for wildlife and helped guide us to the best viewing (and photo!) opportunities. Along the way, he shared insights about the region—pointing out birds, explaining farming areas, discussing climate changes, and even walking us through the surrounding volcanoes. In the rainforest, we saw it all—vipers unique to Costa Rica, a three-toed sloth, and several toucans. Goose patiently guided us through the trails, teaching us how to really observe our surroundings—not just the path ahead, but the vines, the flowers, and the subtle signs of life all around us. His ability to spot wildlife and explain the ecosystem is truly unmatched. What stood out most was his passion. Goose has a deep love for Costa Rica, its people, and its environment. He approaches every moment with respect, curiosity, and pride—it’s clear he’s not just a guide, but a lifelong student of this incredible place. To top it all off, he arranged a unique, authentic Costa Rican meal that was just as memorable as the rest of the day. Sitting together, enjoying amazing food, it was clear how much care and intention he puts into every detail of the experience. If you want to truly experience Costa Rica—not just visit it—there is no better way than with Goose. This wasn’t just an excursion; it was a thoughtfully curated, unforgettable journey. We can’t recommend him highly enough. Truly—there is no other way to do Costa Rica. PURA VIDA my friend.
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Brenda, five trips to Costa Rica and this was the one that stopped you in your tracks. We are so moved by every word of this. 🙏 A family of wildlife lovers, a talented photographer in tow, and a wish list that included sloths, toucans, vipers, and howler monkeys with babies on their backs — Goose read every single one of those dreams and delivered. That's not luck. That's a lifetime of learning this land with genuine reverence. What you captured so beautifully in your review is something we rarely find the words for ourselves: the difference between visiting a place and truly experiencing it. Finca Verde, Catarata Llanos de Cortés, the rainforest trails, the vines and flowers and hidden signs of life — Goose didn't just take you there, he taught you how to see. And that meal at the end? The kind of table where good food meets good company and nobody wants to leave. That's Costa Rica at its finest. Thank you for trusting us with your fifth trip, Brenda — and for writing this with such care and detail. Future travelers will find their way to us because of you. The rainforest will be here for trip number six. 🌿🐦🦥 Con todo el cariño del mundo — Tere, Goose & the After Dark family
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