Full Day Private Tour of Palo Verde National Park

4.8 (6 reviews) Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Duration6h - 7h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This guided tour is special because of its combination of nature, knowledge, and comfort. The boat safari on the Tempisque River immerses you in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Costa Rica, where you can observe birds, reptiles, and mammals in their natural environment. The guides, experts in the local fauna and flora, provide valuable information, adding an educational component to the experience.

Attention to detail is another highlight: from the pick-up at your hotel to the typical Costa Rican lunch, everything is designed to maximize your comfort and enjoyment. In addition, the tour allows you to connect with the local culture through gastronomy and offers the opportunity to learn about conservation initiatives in the Palo Verde National Park. This mix of nature, culture, and education makes the tour a unique and memorable experience.

What's included

  • Vehicle with air conditioning
  • Private tour.
  • All the activities.
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Pick up and return to the hotel.
  • Tips.

What to expect

  1. Tamarindo
    1h 45m
    Start your adventure with a pickup at your hotel at 7am, followed by a 1 hour and 45 minute drive to Palo Verde National Park in Guanacaste.
  2. Palo Verde National Park
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Discover Palo Verde National Park with a boat safari on the Tempisque River. Your guide will help you observe the diverse wildlife in the dry forest and mangroves, including birds, monkeys, iguanas, scarlet macaws, anteaters, crocodiles, and caimans.

    After the safari, enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch, known as “Casado,” which includes rice, beans, salad, plantains, and meat.

    The park is a natural treasure famous for its vast network of wetlands and rich biodiversity. It is ideal for bird watching, including migratory and resident species such as the red-headed parrot and the white ibis. It offers boat tours, guided hikes, and an immersion in the Costa Rican ecosystem. It also has interpretation centers that provide information about local ecology and conservation initiatives.

    Palo Verde promises an educational and enriching experience in one of Costa Rica’s most vital habitats.
  3. Tamarindo
    1h 45m
    Return to the Starting Point:

    Finally, you will return to the starting point on a 1 hour and 45 minute journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Traveler Pickup:

We offer pick-up service at several strategic points for your convenience. Below are the specific times and locations:

Tamarindo/Langosta: Pick-up at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa / Hacienda Pinilla: Pick-up at 7:00 am. Upon arrival, please inform security that we are on our way.
Playa Grande: Pick-up at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
Playa Conchal: Pick-up at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
Playa Flamingo: Pick-up at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
Las Catalinas: Pick-up at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
RIU Guanacaste / RIU Palace: Pick-up at 7:00 am.
Playas del Coco: Pickup at 7:00 am at hotels, condos and private homes.
Playa Hermosa (Occidental, Villas Sol, Condovac): Pickup at 7:00 am at all hotels, condos and private homes.
Playa Panamá (Secrets Papagayo, Mangroove): Pickup at 7:00 am at all hotels, condos and private homes and more.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This excursion or private activity. Only your group can participate.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.8 (6)

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