Why Ride with a Mountain Bike Guide?
Las Catalinas and the surrounding trails offer some of the best mountain biking in Costa Rica. With miles of singletrack, breathtaking views, and ability to ride every day of the year, it's easy to understand why riders from around the world come here to ride.While it's possible to explore on your own, riding with a guide can completely transform your experience. Whether you're a beginner looking to build confidence or an experienced rider searching for the best lines, our guides help you get the most out of every ride.
For Advanced Riders: Ride more!
If you're an experienced mountain biker, you know that flow is everything. Riding with a guide who knows the trails inside and out allows you to focus on the ride rather than worrying about navigation.
Our guides know which trails connect best, where to find the most exciting descents, and how to link sections together for the smoothest, most enjoyable ride. Following a skilled local rider helps you carry momentum through turns, approach climbs more efficiently, and discover trails you might otherwise miss.
Simply put, riding is more fun when you're following someone who knows every corner.
For Intermediate Riders: Find the Trails That Fit Your Style
Intermediate riders often benefit the most from having a guide. With so many trail options available, it can be difficult to know which routes match your ability level and riding goals.
Whether you prefer technical challenges, flowy descents, scenic rides, or a mix of everything, our guides can customize the experience to your preferences. Instead of spending time checking maps or wondering if you're on the right trail, you can focus on enjoying the ride.Just like our full suspension bikes, our eMTBs are built with top-tier components, including high-end drivetrains, suspension, and bigger brakes—so you’re not sacrificing performance for power.
With 29” wheels, 2.5” tubeless tires, larger brakes, and increased suspension travel, these bikes are designed to handle our terrain while managing the extra weight of the battery.
A guide helps you maximize your time on the bike and ensures you're riding the trails that suit you best.
For Motivated Beginners: Learn While You Ride
New to mountain biking? Riding with a guide is one of the fastest ways to build confidence and develop good habits from the start.
Our guides can help you understand how your bike works, when and how to shift gears, and how to prepare for changes in terrain before they happen. They'll coach you through climbs, descents, corners, and trail features while providing tips that make riding more enjoyable and less intimidating.
Instead of learning through trial and error, you'll gain valuable skills from someone who rides these trails every day.
Safety Comes First
Mountain biking is always safer when you're riding with someone else. All of our guides are First Aid certified and trained to respond if something unexpected happens on the trail.
They also know the local trail network, weather patterns, and riding conditions, helping you make smart decisions throughout your ride.
Ride with Confidence
Mountain bikes are designed to handle tough terrain, but occasionally things happen. Flat tires, chain issues, or minor mechanical problems can quickly interrupt a ride.
Our guides are equipped with the tools and experience needed to handle common trail-side repairs, helping you get back on the bike quickly and safely.
Experience the Area Like a Local
One of the best parts of riding with a guide has nothing to do with the bike itself.
Our guides live and ride here. Along the way, they'll share local stories, point out wildlife, recommend places to eat, and give you a deeper understanding of the area. What starts as a guided ride often ends with new friendships and connections that make your visit even more memorable.
Choose Your Perfect Bike
No matter your experience level, we have a bike to match your adventure. From traditional mountain bikes to e-mountain bikes that help you cover more ground and climb with ease, we'll help you find the right setup for your ride.
Guided Rides in English or Spanish
Whether you're most comfortable speaking English or Spanish, our guides can provide a personalized experience in either language, ensuring clear communication and a more enjoyable ride.