The essence of Pura Vida Cycling Challenge is cycling with purpose, adventure, and community. Experience Costa Rica’s beauty while contributing to a great cause. Join us for world-class biking, personal growth, and the creation of lasting friendships.
Experience the Pura Vida Challenge!
You can now register for the 2025/2026 Pura Vida Cycling Challenge!
Just show up with your bike and we’ll take care of the rest. Spots are limited, so don’t wait too long to claim yours!
Event Fee
$4,000
This all-inclusive fee covers accommodation, meals, local transportation, and the full cycling experience.
How to Register:
1. Secure your spot by filling out the Registration Form.
2. Make a payment. A non-refundable registration payment of $4,000 guarantees your place in the event.
3. Review and sign the Terms and Conditions, then email them back to us.
4. Start training and prepare for an unforgettable adventure!
Questions? Feel free to reach out to us for any further information or assistance.
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Dan Casey
JOVEL RAMIREZ
Pura Vida Host & Charity Administrator
ALEX ARCON
Director of Tour Support
Experience the Pura Vida Challenge!
Founder
Travel Inclusions & Accommodation
Recommended Travel Dates
Arrival: Friday, August 15, 2025
Time: The earlier the better
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Departure: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: Before 12:00 PM
Venue
After the intersection Grecia / Poás, 50 m. on Ruta 107 to Poás, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Villa San Ignacio is located 7 kilometers from Alajuela's SJO airport and has easy access to Poás Volcano. We'll have access to beautiful properties, filled with tropical gardens, open green space, exotic birds, and comfortable private lodges. All athletes will have access to high-speed Wifi, a private bedroom and private bath.
Accommodation for Non-cyclist Guests
Contact us if you are interested in sharing a room for a discount, or if you will be traveling with someone who does not want to participate in the Challenge and would like to share a room.
Flights
SJO Airport is just 7 kilometers from Hotel Villa San Ignacio, located in Tambor 4 kilometers north of Alajuela Center. Your drive time may be anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes during peak hours.
What People are Saying
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The views on todays ride were breathtaking and the descents were long with sweeping turns that opened up to views of mountain ranges and coffee bean farms.
We can’t say it enough, this is an adventure to experience.
- YogiTriathlete
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Hors catégorie (HC) is a French term used in stage bicycle races to designate a climb that is "beyond categorization". The term was originally used for those mountain roads where cars were not expected to be able to pass.
... and today's climb was an HC+ climb - with some grades topping 30%!!!
- Deb Slota after the Queen Stage
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"Poco a poco (little by little) - I am this moment"
This is the mantra that got me through today.
Today's stage was long, challenging and HOT (temp 95F 🔥) - but once again the support and commradery of fellow cyclists and the SAG drivers was key to a successful day.
- bikeandbodymke
Schedule
Stage 1: Las Antenas
7am - 8am
Route: Alajuela, Grecia, Sarchi, Las Antenas
Distance: 55 miles | Climbing: 6,600 feet
Difficulty: 8/10
Stage 2: La Vuelta al Mundo
5:30am
Route: Alajuela, Cuidad Colon, Puriscal, Turrubares, Orotina, “El Aguacate” (Summit)
Distance: 85 miles | Climbing: 10,500 feet
Difficulty: 10/10
Stage 3: Lourdes de Naranjo
7am - 8am
Route: Alajuela, Grecia, Sarchi, Naranjo, Lourdes, San Juanillo, Naranjo, Sarchi, Grecia, Alajuela
Distance: 60 miles | Climbing: 6,500 feet
Difficulty: 9/10
Stage 4: Sacramento
7am - 8am
Route: Alajuela, Santa Barbara, Barva, Sacramento, Barva, Santa Barbara, Alajuela
Distance: 40 miles | Climbing: 5,000 feet
Difficulty: 10/10+
Stage 5: Palmares
7am - 8am
Route: Alajuela, Atenas, Palmares, Concepcion, Naranjo, Grecia, Alajuela
Distance: 50 miles | Climbing: 6,500 feet
Difficulty: 9/10
The Charity Event
Address: El Bunker
Additional details here: Tuesday Afternoon, August 19, 2025
The Party Before The Party
Address: Jalapenos Central
Additional details here: Tuesday Evening, August 19, 2025
The Final Party
Address: El Bunker
Additional details here: Wednesday Evening, August 20, 2025
Sponsors
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