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Tour from Manuel Antonio / Quepos
Rafting Savegre River
This adventurous, family-friendly, full-day trip is a unique white water river rafting adventure with lots of “perks”. .
Starting with a 4x4 ride into the “wilds” of Costa Rica’s tropical jungle with breathtaking scenery of more remote areas of the Savegre, your journey begins at “Silencio”.
The Savegre River provides Class II, III and some IV rapids that are manageable in sturdy rafts that accommodate 2 to 6 people comfortably. Our guides stop at locally known swimming spots and breathtaking waterfalls, if the rafters want a break from paddling, and there is always time to enjoy the abundant variety of wildlife along the river.
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Time: 8 AM – 5 PM |
Requirements: Good for adults and children over 8 years of age who are relatively fit for paddling. Wear or bring sturdy sandals or water shoes, a bathing suit, sun block, bug spray, a towel, and if possible an extra change of clothes. |
Includes: Round trip transportation, a hot breakfast and lunch, bilingual guides, safety kayakers, all equipment needed, security, snacks and drinks |
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White Water Rafting / April - December
Naranjo River
The wild and ever-changing Naranjo River White Water Rafting challenge is recommended for physically fit adventure seekers and experienced rafters who are familiar with Class III and IV rapids. On this high-octane, half-day adventure, the trip begins when the Naranjo River drops steeply from the Costa Rican mountains and charges though pristine jungle gorges, then winds around rocky curves to take you on a wild, adventurous ride back to sea level waters. While your internationally-trained, bilingual guides and safety kayakers work with you to navigate this exciting river, you’ll pass by (rapidly) stunning farmland, working cattle ranches, and beautiful African Palm Plantations. |
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Kayaking
Mangrove / Damas Island Kayaking
Instead of enjoying one of our most popular tours in a high-tech, ultra-quiet estuary boat on our Mangrove Boat Tour, why not experience the Damas Island Estuary and Mangrove ecosystem first hand -- in an open-seat kayak. Spend a few luxuriously indulgent hours paddling with the currents as your highly trained, bilingual naturalist guides reveal the protected inland waterways of the Damas Estuary and mangrove habitat. Explore an unforgettable plethora of flora and fauna as you learn about, experience, and participate in our magical Costa Rican mangrove and tropical rain forest ecosystem -- but don’t forget your camera.This kayak tour is an unforgettably memorable experience that will help you understand and explain the exotic secrets and treasures of our Costa Rican tropical rain forest. |
 Time: 8 AM – 12 PM or 12 PM – 4 PM
Requirements: We strongly recommend that adventurers (adults and children over age 10) be physically fit and prepared for Class IV rapids. Wear or bring water sandals or sturdy water shoes, a bathing suit, sunscreen, bug spray, a towel, and if possible a change of clothes.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides, safety kayakers, all equipment needed, security, snacks and drinks |
Time: Call – Tour Times depend on the Ocean Tides & lasts 4 - 5 hours
Required: Excellent for adventurous individuals, families or groups of any age who want to learn and experience nature first hand – but children under age 10 might have to paddle in a double kayak with an adult. We recommend that you are relatively physically fit for paddling in an open-seat kayak for a few hours, and please wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes that might get wet. Bring or wear a bathing suit, sunscreen, towel, camera, and a hat.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, kayaks and all equipment needed, security, a great hot meal, snacks and drinks |
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Snorkeling / Coastal Kayaking
Experience one of Costa Rica’s most striking coastlines and National Park – by open-seat ocean kayak. Whether you are an individual, group, or an adventurous family, this challenging yet gratifying ocean kayaking adventure is for you. The adventure begins near the developing Pez Vela (Sail Fish) Marina in Quepos and winds along the Manuel Antonio coastline. Indulge yourselves at a rare jewel of a beach – a hidden Manuel Antonio treasure at Biezans Bay – for a refreshing swim and delicious local snacks. And feel free to have your bilingual naturalist guide direct you to the best snorkeling spots as you experience three small but growing, active, and astounding coral reef systems nestled very close to the shore of Biezans Bay.
Overall, this kayaking adventure is fun for just about every one, yet it is a terrific way to experience the exotic Costa Rica coastline in a way that only Manuel Antonio can be shown. |
Time: 8 AM – 12 PM or 1 PM – 5 PM
Requirements: Some experience in open-seat kayaking is preferred and a reasonable fitness level is recommended, since this adventure involves kayaking in the open ocean where some strong waves and surf are common. Children under age 10 might have to paddle in a double kayak with an adult. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes that can get wet, and don’t forget your bathing suit, camera, sunscreen, hat, and towel.
Include: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, kayaks, snorkeling and all equipment needed, security, snacks, drinks, and a great meal. |
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Night Mangrove Kayaking
Did you know that almost 70% of the mangrove ecosystem and the tropical rain forest jungle is nocturnal? a Kayak Adventure at Damas Island Estuary and the Mangroves AT NIGHT. Depending on the coastal tides slowly blending into the mangrove ecosystem at Damas Estuary, your night adventure starts after your arrival at our Damas Island Rancho located in our protected mangrove habitat.Whether you are an individual, family, or intimate group, this is almost an indescribable experience to observe the mangrove ecosystem at night while in open-seat kayaks paddling at your own ability level.
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Time: Call – Tour Times depend on the Ocean Tides & lasts 4 - 5 hours |
Requirements: Excellent for adventurous individuals, families or groups who want to learn and experience nature first hand when the nocturnal rain forest is most active. We recommend that you are relatively physically fit for paddling in an open-seat kayak for a few hours, and children under age 10 might have to paddle in a double kayak with an adult. Please wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes that might get wet, and bring or wear a bathing suit, bug spray, towel, and camera with a flash.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, kayaks and all equipment needed, security, a hot dinner, snacks and refreshments |
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Horse Back Riding
Tocori Waterfalls / Rancho Don Gilberto
After a relaxing hour-long ride on horseback through the tropical rain forest – with the pace determined by your comfort level and riding ability – leave your horses on the trail as Don Gilberto or his daughter Dyala guide you through the exotic plant and animal life on a nature walk. They will let you taste, smell, touch and observe first hand the real Costa Rican jungle. After indulging your mind and spirit with expert knowledge, take a refreshing dip in pristine natural mountain waters while being splashed on by two stunning waterfalls at Tocori.
After being refreshed, you are ready for a ride through meandering Tocori streams to the private Rancho where Doña Eli will be your hostess, as she shares with you a homemade Costa Rican “casado” – a typical Costa Rican dish or terrific BBQ.
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After Don Gilberto and his family have hosted you at their Rancho, you will have grown in your experience and knowledge of our beautiful and unforgettable tropical country, Costa Rica. But as Don Gilberto always says, “When you come back, you will have a friend.”
Time: 8 AM – 1 PM or 1 PM – 5 PM Private Tours Available
Requirements: Make sure you are able to ride at least at an easy pace for about 1 hour. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and possibly long pants (or bring a towel) while horseback riding, yet bring your bathing suit, bug repellant, sunscreen, camera, hat, towel, and maybe an extra change of clothes to wear after swimming and riding in the Tocori river and waterfalls.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, all equipment needed, a hot lunch or dinner, snacks and refreshments |
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Horse Back Riding
HBeach Horse Back Riding / Rancho Don Gilberto
Let Don Gilberto and his family show you the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica – on horseback!
After a relaxing ride on horseback along the warm Pacific Ocean stop and enjoy our country as Don Gilberto or his daughter Dyala guide you through the exotic plant and animal life on a short nature walk. They will let you taste, smell, touch and observe first hand the real Costa Rica. As Don Gilberto says, “Come and taste the flavors of our country.”After being refreshed, ride again along the meandering sandy beach framed by the tropical rain forest and mangrove eco-system, enjoying one last relaxing experience savoring the bounty of Costa Rica before returning to Manuel Antonio.
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Time: Call – Tour Times depend on the Ocean Tides & lasts about 4 - 5 hours Private Tours Available
Requirements: Make sure you are able to ride at least at an easy pace for about 2 hours. Wear comfortable clothes and possibly long pants (or bring a towel) while horseback riding, yet bring your bathing suit, bug repellant, sunscreen, camera, hat, towel, and maybe an extra change of clothes to wear after swimming and riding.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, all equipment needed, security, snacks and refreshments |
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Natural History
Manuel Antonio National Park
Take a leisurely hike with a highly trained, well-educated Costa Rican naturalist guide through our exotic, bio-diverse tropical rain forest preserved in our 34 year old national treasure, Manuel Antonio National Park.
The pace of this adventure is determined by your group’s abilities and interests, and the abundance of wildlife you want to stop, observe, and learn – all in its natural and breathtaking habitat. Watch sloths and three different species of monkeys travel through the tree canopy, hunt for nocturnal silky anteaters, and several types of iguanas and lizards resting in the tropical rain forest, and listen to the songs of the various birds as they glide above your group, curiously looking for adventure. |
See how many different kinds of flora and fauna you can spot just in the span of a 2 ½ hour nature hike. And at the end, enjoy some local fresh fruits and refreshments as you pause to savor your adventure thus far.
Includes National Park entrance fee.
Private Tours Available
Time: 7 AM – 12 PM or 12 PM – 5 PM
Ask your guide if you want to return to the Park after the Tour
Requirements: Easy walk or hike, depending upon your abilities and self-paced tour. You might want to bring water, a camera, sunscreen, bug spray, and your binoculars while you hike in the Park, and if you so desire bring your bathing suit and towel for a relaxing afternoon at the beach after your hike and guided adventure. Easy walk or hike, depending upon your abilities and self-paced tour. You might want to bring water, a camera, sunscreen, bug spray, and your binoculars while you hike in the Park, and if you so desire bring your bathing suit and towel for a relaxing afternoon at the beach after your hike and guided adventure.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guides and certified naturalists, entrance fee, snacks and refreshments after the tour right near the beach. |
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Natural History
Mangrove / Damas Island Boat Tour
This adventure of Costa Rican natural history – it’s exotic flora and fauna -- is highly recommended for any naturalist, young or old, who wants to experience first hand the pulse of the mangrove ecosystem and how it interacts with the international ecosystem.Let our world-class, highly trained, bilingual guides and naturalists steer you peacefully and comfortably in our high-tech, ultra-quiet estuary boats as the wildlife comes to you – sometimes right into the boat! Experience curious families of monkeys as they migrate across the mangrove ecosystem – which includes your boat – in search of food and adventure. And discover the secret ways different exotic trees of Costa Rica replenish the environment worldwide, yet sustain themselves for decades of growth.
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Time: Call – Tour Times depend on the Ocean Tides & lasts 4 - 5 hours. Private Tours Available.
Requirements: Casual yet comfortable clothes and shoes for tropical weather, good for all ages, individuals, families or even large groups, and don’t forget your camera.
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, high-tech ultra-quiet estuary boats, a terrific hot meal, security, snacks and refreshments |
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Natural History
Carara National Park
This hiking tour and natural sanctuary adventure in a bio-diverse reserve is dramatically different in terms of wildlife and plant species than our “other” national park in Manuel Antonio. Enjoy a relaxing hike for a few hours through the tropical rain forest with our highly educated, bilingual naturalists and guides. On your Carara experience, unlike in Manuel Antonio National Park, you will spot unforgettable giant red Macaws and extraordinary crocodiles living in the the Tárcoles River ecosystem estuary and adjacent to the Carara Park and it´s protected biological corridor.This full-day nature hike and eco-adventure allows visitors, families, and intimate groups who haven’t driven to Manuel Antonio from San Jose a chance to observe first hand the interesting, unique topography of Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast.
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Time: 7 AM – 5 PM
Requirements: Good for all ages, individuals, families or even large groups, and don’t forget your camera. We recommend sturdy walking shoes, comfortable hiking clothes for the tropical rain forest, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, hat or visor, camera, and binoculars.
Minimum 4 people per Tour.
Includes: Round trip transportation, entrance fees, bilingual guides and naturalists, a great hot breakfast and lunch, all equipment needed for birding and wildlife spotting, security, snacks and refreshments. |
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Natural History MORE ADVENTURE
Catamaran Coastal Adventure / Sunset Catamaran Sail
Discover our Manuel Antonio coastline and climb aboard one of Costa Rica’s fastest sailing experiences – our Catamaran Coastal Adventure – by day or sunset. For the adventurous traveler, family or large group (private charters available), this tour is for those looking to enjoy life to its fullest. Glide through crystal clear, aqua blue pacific waters, marvel at the unspoiled beaches of Manuel Antonio, explore the mysterious islands that lie just offshore our coast. Where jagged rock formations and towering cliffs host numerous varieties of nesting marine birds and their young, you and your guests can usually watch spotted dolphins native to these warm coastal waters frolic and jump in your Catamaran’s wake as you pass giant sea turtles and observe migrating humpback whales.
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After feasting your senses and enjoying the tranquility of sailing these pristine waters, our Catamaran glides into a beautiful, protected bay so you and your group can swim under the protected cover of our tropical jungle
Time: 8 AM – 1:30 PM or 1:30 PM – sunset (weather permitting)
Requirements: Good for individuals, families or large groups. Wear casual yet comfortable clothing – and please bring a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, hat, camera, and maybe an extra change of clothes to wear after snorkeling and swimming.
Includes: Round-trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, all equipment needed, security, snacks, refreshments, a great meal. |
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MORE ADVENTURE
Nauyaca Waterfalls & Horse Back Riding
This full-day experience starts with a trip through breathtaking mountainous countryside between Manuel Antonio and Dominical, and comes with many “perks”. Stop first for an authentic Tico style breakfast at a local Rancho along the way, then meander through the majestic tropical forests and stunning vistas of the mountains of San Isidro.Once on horseback, get close to Costa Rica’s bio-diverse flora and fauna as you ride towards an unforgettable experience – the Nauyaca Waterfalls. Dip in the deep pools of crystal clear, pristine mountain waters as cascading 120 foot waterfalls dance over your head. What an unforgettable experience for individuals, families and even groups.
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Jump into the refreshing pools, and even splash your bilingual guides and naturalists before you and your guests head on back to the local Rancho for another gastronomical experience Tico style – a hot and hearty meal.
Time: 7 AM – 5 PM
Requirements: Make sure you are able to ride at least at an easy pace for a few hours. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and possibly long pants (or bring a towel) while horseback riding, yet bring your bathing suit, bug repellant, sunscreen, camera, hat, towel, and maybe an extra change of clothes to wear after swimming and riding in the river and Nauyaca waterfalls.
Includes: Round trip Transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, all equipment needed, security, great hot meals, snacks and refreshments. |
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Rain Forest Aerial Tram / Pacific Tour
For your first adventure on your full day event, the ride on our very unique Pacific Aerial Tram takes about one hour as you gracefully travel about one half mile deep into the heart of the bio-diverse and uniquely Costa Rican tropical rain forest – transitioning from the secondary to the primary forest canopy all during the same adventure. Our unforgettably special Aerial Tram location offers guests the opportunity to observe first hand over 200 acres of private yet Costa Rican certified and government protected natural reserve. This certified preserve, more specifically, is a natural registered classroom and unique transitional area located between the less humid climate of Costa Rica´s northern Pacific coastline and the more humid, tropical climate of our central Pacific coast.
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A very unique location not to be missed, to say the least.Your visit to our tropical rain forest includes a true flight on our unique, adventurous yet completely secure Aerial Tram Gondolas, a walking hike and tour of both our Heliconia Gallery and Medical Plants Garden, a 45-minute guided nature walk of our stunning rain forest ecosystem, and then an all-inclusive adventure of our unique Snake Exhibition – yet all accompanied and hosted by our bilingual naturalists and guides.
Time: 7 AM – 5:00 PM
Requirements: Easy walk or hike, depending upon your group´s abilities, needs and self-paced tour. Good for families, romantic couples, children or even large groups. You might want to bring a camera, bug spray, hat, bathing suit, and your binoculars for hiking. And please wear either good hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes.
Includes: Round trip transportation to and from Manuel Antonio / Quepos, bilingual guides and naturalists, snacks and refreshments, a great Tico style meal, all equipment needed, security, Aerial Tram Trip, guided tours of different locations such as the Helaconia and Serpent Observatories, and lots of nature |
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Rain Forest Hiking
Hike through partly shaded paths carved directly out of the primary Costa Rican tropical jungle as you explore with your bilingual guides and naturalists. Explore the exotic plant and wildlife of the mountainous jungle so close to Manuel Antonio National Park, yet along the mono titi (the endangered squirrel monkey) biological corridor it is a more private, personalized, and relaxing experience . The pace of this adventure is determined by your abilities and interests, and the abundance of wildlife you want to stop and observe – all in its natural habitat.
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Requirements: Easy walk or hike, depending upon your abilities and self-paced tour. |
Good for families, children or even large groups. You might want to bring a camera, bug spray, a hat, and your binoculars for hiking, and wear either good hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes.
Packages: Special Package Tours available for both the Ecological Canopy Tour and the Rain Forest Hiking Tour – Call for special prices. |
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