Gold Panning Tour
Discover the rich history and living tradition of gold panning with a local Orero in the heart of the Osa Peninsula—one of the few places where ancestral practice is still alive and passed down through generations. In the town of Dos Brazos, you'll step into the world of traditional gold prospecting, learning firsthand from those who continue to honor this authentic cultural heritage. This is more than just an activity—it’s a unique opportunity to connect with the past, embrace a time-honored way of life, and experience the local deep-rooted traditions.
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The Osa Peninsula's rivers are still, to this day, rich in gold deposits. The region's history of gold mining has had a huge influence on the culture and the independent and self-reliant personalities of the people. Gold is still panned for in the Río Tigre, which passes through Dos Brazos.
The town's pulperias (local shops) even have scales where they regularly weigh and trade gold. Our Gold Panning Tour makes it easy for visitors to experience how it's done first hand with local expert "Oreros".
- Local guide
- Gold-panning demonstration
- Local arepa (cake) orera
- Tropical juice of the season
- Transportation from Puerto Jimenez to Dos Brazos and back
09:00 a.m. * Meet your guide at the ACODOBRARTI office in Dos Brazos. Begin your tour.
09:05 a.m. Learn about the tools used and the history of gold-panning.
09:30 a.m. Pan for gold in the river.
11:00 a.m. End of tour.
* Starting time is flexible and depends on availability. Ask for schedules.
- Hiking shoes (protected, comfortable, and preferably waterproof).
- Light and quick dry clothes.
- Hat or cap.
- Sunblock.
- Bug repellent.
Optional:
- Camera.
- Sunglasses.
- Handkerchief.
This tour does not require accommodation.
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