The craft has been passed down through the generations in Guaitil, establishing a unique cultural identity for the townspeople. Today, the communities of Guaitil and the neighboring town of San Vicente are dedicated to preserving the Chorotega culture by making pottery using the same methods and materials as their ancestors. The pottery-town villagers earn most of their income from the pottery they sell to tourists and area hotels.

"The community is very close and we all know each other," Santiago says. "We are connected because we all have the same job."Pickup at your Beach Hotel

Hermosa & Ocotal
AM Tour Pick up Time: Approx 8:00 AM
AFTERNOON Tour Pick up Time: 1:30 PM (PRIVATE TOUR ONLY)
Drive time approx 1 Hr -30 mins

Flamingo, Tamarindo, Conchal
AM Tour Pick up Time: Approx 8:00 AM
AFTERNOON Tour Pick up Time: 12:30 PM (PRIVATE TOUR ONLY)
Drive time approx 2 HRS mins

Drive through towns with names you may have heard before - Los Angeles, Filadelfia, Santa Cruz - but are much different than the ones you may know.  During your visit to Guaytil, you will learn the rich cultural history of this craft and watch as local artisans make pottery employing traditional methods that have been handed down for generations

Be sure to bring some money to purchase some of this beautiful artwork, which you are sure to enjoy for years.

*Lunch is not included, but guides can stop on way back from AM tour if guests would like to have lunch - ask our agents

IMPORTANT NOTE - Please be advised that every reasonable effort has been made to keep all prices up to date and free of errors or omissions.  Prices and policies from our vendors and the Costa Rican government are subject to change without notice. Invoices will be issued at the time of booking to confirm all final rates and offers.

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