Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Discover the best of Costa Rica on a full-day Manuel Antonio National Park tour from San José! Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican breakfast, then spot giant crocodiles at the famous Tárcoles River Bridge.
Explore lush tropical rainforest with a certified naturalist guide and look for sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and exotic birds in their natural habitat. Spend approximately four hours at Manuel Antonio National Park, combining guided wildlife watching, rainforest hiking, and free time to relax on Playa Espadilla, one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful white-sand beaches. Swim in the turquoise Pacific waters and enjoy a delicious traditional Costa Rican lunch before returning to San José with stunning coastal views.
Perfect for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, beach seekers, and adventure travelers, this unforgettable Costa Rica day trip combines rainforest, wildlife, beach time, and authentic Pura Vida!
What's included
Let us know if you have some special meal restriction or allergy
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation included from San Jose hotels and nearby
Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
Breakfast
Bottled Water
Tips
What to expect
Tarcoles
1h
Estimated pick up of passengers starts at 5:00 am aprox from the hotels in San Jose and nearby.
We will stop on the way for breakfast on the way, then you will have the opportunity to take pictures from a viewpoint at the mouth of the Tarcoles River where hopefully you will be able to see the famous crocodile.
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
8h · Admission ticket included
On the way to Manuel Antonio National Park, you will travel along the coastline enjoying scenic views.
Once we enter the park: For those who want to take the guided walk in the park, your naturalist guide will help you identify the species of plants and wild animals of the forest, those who just want to enjoy a day at the beach can walk along the path leading into the park heading towards the white sands of Playa Espadilla. You can simply relax and enjoy the beach, sunbathe or walk along the park's trails, which will allow you to observe the abundant flora and fauna.
Time spend into the park to enjoy the natural beauty of this beach is around 3 hours and a half.
Lunch at a local restaurant after leaving the park and return to the Central Valley after sunset.
Transportation included back to your San Jose hotel
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick you up at hotels located in the San José area and near by. The pickup time will depend on your hotel's location, so we kindly ask that you specify the place where you will be staying in your request.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring? Hat - Sun block - Insect repellent - Binoculars – Camera – Shorts – Sandals - Towel – Swimsuit
In Manuel Antonio National Park it is forbidden to bring into the park: *Plastic bottles* *Prepared food and snacks* Drinks are allowed only in single-use bottles. To register for the entrance to the Park: Bring original or copy of your identification document.
If you are travelling with children please let us know their ages, during the booking process.
Please confirm estimated pickup time day prior the tour, there would be 5 minutes flexibility.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
