Welcome and Presentation
- Reception at Ditsowou Lodge: Visitors are warmly welcomed by a Bribri guide at the lodge.
- Introduction to the Tour: Brief introductory talk about the importance of organic agriculture in the Bribri culture and a summary of the day's itinerary.
Traditional Canoe Trip
- Bribri Canoe Ride: After leaving the lodge, visitors board a traditional Bribri canoe carved from a tree. This 15-minute river trip offers stunning views of the surrounding nature.
- Cultural Experience: During the canoe ride, the guide shares stories and knowledge about life in the community and the spiritual connection with water.
Arrival at the Organic Farm
- Description of the Farm: Explanation of the history of the farm, its sustainable management and its cultural importance for the Bribri.
- Organic Farming: Details on the organic farming practices used on the farm, highlighting the use of ancestral and sustainable techniques.
Tour of the Estate
- Crop Diversity: Walk through the farm to learn about the diversity of crops, including fruits, vegetables and medicinal herbs.
- Medicinal Plants: Educational stops to learn about the medicinal plants grown on the farm and their traditional uses.
Traditional Agricultural Practices
- Cultivation Techniques: Demonstration of traditional cultivation techniques used by the Bribri, such as crop rotation and plant association.
- Soil Preparation: Explanation of how the soil is prepared naturally and sustainably to optimize plant growth.
Community Interaction
- Community Work: Participation in agricultural activities with community members, promoting collaborative work and learning.
- Knowledge Sharing: Opportunity for visitors to share their own experiences and knowledge about organic farming.
Organic Lunch
- Traditional Food: Lunch prepared with fresh and organic ingredients from the farm, including traditional Bribri dishes.
- Pairing with Natural Drinks: Natural drinks prepared with local fruits and herbs, enhancing the gastronomic experience.
Cultural and Spiritual Importance of Agriculture
- The Earth as a Sacred Entity: Explanation of the importance of land and agriculture in the spiritual life of the Bribri.
- Agricultural Rituals: Narration of the rituals and ceremonies that accompany agricultural practices in the community.
Interactive Activities
- Participation in Cultivation: Opportunity for visitors to actively participate in the cultivation and care of the farm.
- Local Crafts and Products: Workshop for creating small crafts or products made with materials from the farm.
Return to the Lodge
- Hike and Return Canoe: Return to the lodge on foot through the natural trails and again by traditional canoe, with time to reflect and ask questions.
- Farewell and Thank You: Farewell by the guide, with the option of purchasing organic products and local crafts as souvenirs.
Additional Opportunities
- Purchasing Organic Products: Visit a small store where you can buy organic products made by the community.
- Book Other Tours: Information about other tours available at Ditsowou Lodge & Tours.
Bribri Indigenous Organic Farm
¿Qué llevar a la Gira a Talamanca?
• Una sola mochila o maletín (one back pack)
• Un par de botas de caminar (hiking boots) o tennis cerradas (sport shoes)
• Un par de sandalias o chancletas (sandals or flip-flops)
• Uno o dos pantalones largo de tela delgada (light-fabric long pants) • Uno o dos pantalones cortos -o pantalonetas- de tela delgada (light-fabric short pants)
• Traje de baño (swimming suit)
• Una toalla de baño o playa (a shower or beach towel)
• Una gorra o sombrero (a cap or hat)
• Medias y ropa interior (sox and underwear)
• Una chaqueta liviana (a light jacket or sweeter)
• Desodorante y productos de aseo/cuidado personal (Deodorant and item of personal higyne)
• Bloqueador solar de alta protección (sunscreen – high factor)
• Repelente de insectos (bug repelent)
• Dinero de bolsillo –cantidad limitada– (pocket money – not much)