Cerros de Turrubares

Central Pacific Mountains

Cerros de Turrubares

Discover the agricultural heart of the Central Pacific, where lush mountain spice farms meet the serene, elevated lifestyle of Macaw Crest Estates.

35 minutes from Macaw Crest 18.5 km away

The Place

Rising gracefully above the coastal plains, the Cerros de Turrubares region offers a tranquil, authentic glimpse into Costa Rica’s rich agricultural heritage. Known for its fertile soil and temperate mountain climate, this area is a tapestry of vibrant spice farms, citrus groves, and sustainable fincas. Visitors can wander through aromatic plantations, learning the intricate processes behind cultivating organic cinnamon, turmeric, and tropical fruits that define the local flavor profile. It is a place where the pace of life slows to match the rhythm of the harvest.

For residents of Macaw Crest Estates, the Cerros de Turrubares serve as a natural extension of our own elevated sanctuary. While Macaw Crest provides the ultimate luxury mountain basecamp, a short drive into these rolling hills allows you to connect directly with the land. Whether you are sourcing fresh, farm-to-table ingredients for your private kitchen or simply enjoying a scenic afternoon tour of a family-run spice estate, the connection between our community and this agricultural corridor is seamless.

Beyond the farms, the region is a haven for those who appreciate the intersection of biodiversity and traditional farming. The landscape is dotted with panoramic viewpoints that look out over the Carara corridor and the distant Pacific horizon. It is the perfect destination for a morning of exploration, offering a refreshing, cool-climate contrast to the sun-drenched beaches below, all while remaining within easy reach of your private estate at Macaw Crest.

What You'll Experience

Signature moments near Cerros de Turrubares

Guided organic spice and cacao farm tours

Panoramic mountain vistas of the Central Pacific

Traditional farm-to-table culinary experiences

Birdwatching in protected forest corridors

Seasonal citrus and tropical fruit harvesting

Authentic rural Costa Rican culture

Stories from Cerros de Turrubares

The area, through the Macaw Crest lens

2026-09-23 · Journal

Cerros de Turrubares: The Heart of Costa Rica's Central Pacific

Discover the lush, aromatic mountain landscapes of Cerros de Turrubares, the perfect complement to the elevated luxury of Macaw Crest Estates.

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New Biodiversity Trail Connects Local Farm Estates

A newly inaugurated mountain trail provides seamless access from the regional agricultural corridors to the protected forests of the Macaw Crest community.

Your Basecamp

Live above it all at Macaw Crest Estates

Twenty-six homesites rise 1,500 feet above the Pacific, minutes from Cerros de Turrubares yet worlds apart in serenity. Claim your ridge — and let the coast, the canopy, and the waterfall be your everyday.

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