Arenal Bee Garden

Discover the magic of stingless bees and their honey in La Fortuna.

A safe, educational, and fascinating tour for children, seniors, and the whole family.

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Meliponary Tour

Discover the fascinating world of stingless bees, where ancestral tradition and the healing properties of honey come together to connect with nature and preserve life.

Duration: 1.5 hours


Just 20 minutes from the beautiful town of La Fortuna de San Carlos, embraced by the majesty of the Arenal Volcano and surrounded by lush countryside nature, our meliponary awaits you with an authentic educational experience. You will discover fascinating facts about native stingless bees and taste 100% Costa Rican tropical honeys right at the base of the hives. Our pollinator conservation project hosts around 45 colonies of native stingless bees, where we provide shelter and food for the bees and other pollinators essential for the preservation of the planet.


Honey is synonymous with “divinity & fertility” and was used in many ancestral ceremonies by the Mayans and the native peoples of Costa Rica as part of their traditional medicine. On the other hand, bees are considered the “guardians of life.” The ancient wisdom of these organisms and their relationship with plants continues to sustain 75% of the pollination of the grains that humans consume as food worldwide. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO, 2023): “Nearly 75% of global crops producing fruits or seeds for human consumption depend, at least in part, on pollinators.”


Please note!

All bees in our garden are STINGLESS. 


Cancellation Policy


All cancellations are subject to a 15% cancellation fee.


Cancellations made within 24 hours prior to the scheduled tour are 100% non-refundable.


Approved refunds will be processed exclusively through PayPal within 5 business days after the cancellation request has been submitted.


To enjoy the maximun of this tour bring:

  • Sun Block
  • Insect Repelent
  • Comfortable shoes for walking
  • Poncho or raingear
  • Hat (optional)

Find us in Santa Cecilia, La Fortuna, San Carlos

    About Us


    We are a family of passionate and knowledgeable guides dedicated to accompanying visitors on a tour of our stingless bee meliponary, where we showcase the fascinating world of bees and honey production. With a deep commitment to educating about the different types of honey, their medicinal properties, bee conservation, and the vital role they play in our ecosystem, we offer an educational and enjoyable experience for those who wish to learn more about these incredible pollinators and their environment.

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