Finca 6 Archaeological Site Excursion

Curious about pre-Columbian history? In this excursion to the Finca 6 Archaeological Site, we'll visit one of the main enclaves of the Diquís culture in Costa Rica.

Finca 6 Archaeological Site Excursion

We'll meet at 8 am at Sierpe's Pier, where we'll set off by road to the north of the town.

After a short 15-minute drive we'll arrive at the Finca 6 Archaeological Site, where we'll see remnants of the Diquís culture. This pre-Columbian civilization developed in the territory of the current Costa Rican canton of Osa.

We will begin a guided tour of the Finca 6 Archaeological Site, declared a World Heritage Site, observing the mysterious stone spheres of the Diquís culture. Questions regarding their purpose and construction will be addressed during the tour.

The tour includes a visit to the museum of Finca 6, where we will see four original pieces: a sphere, a statue with a spike base, a sculpture of a feline, and a ceremonial grinding stone. We will explore the functionality of these objects and learn more about the Diquís culture.

After the museum visit, we will return to Sierpe, arriving between 10 and 10:30 am.