To truly experience the magic of Hacienda AltaGracia, begin with a 30-minute flight from Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José. This scenic journey is the best way to appreciate the property’s secluded beauty. Upon arrival, it’s just a five-minute drive to Mercado, the vibrant heart of the resort. Here, you can enjoy a fresh juice or coffee sourced from Hacienda AltaGracia’s own plantation and take in the atmosphere before heading to your private casita. There are 50 casitas here, many with heated private plunge pools and terraces that provide uninterrupted views of the outdoors. The interiors exude safari-inspired elegance, with leather, linen, and warm neutral tones complementing expansive glass walls that frame the surrounding valley and forest. On the gastronomy front, Grano is the resort’s main restaurant and sits just steps from Mercado. Picoteo and Las Brisas, located near two of the resort’s pools, provide additional dining options. However, where Hacienda AltaGracia truly stands out is the wealth of activities on offer. Explore the resort’s stables, home to 42 Peruvian, Spanish, and Costa Rican horses, or set off on horseback to a neighboring farm to learn the art of tortilla-making. Wanderlust seekers can tackle the property’s three miles of trails, embark on a six-hour sunrise hike, or take a helicopter to the Pacuare River for a thrilling day of white-water rafting. For those seeking relaxation, Casa de Agua is the resort’s one-of-a-kind spa for bespoke treatments.