One Day Trip to Manuel Antonio National Park from San José
Tarcoles
Discover Manuel Antonio's stunning beaches and wildlife on a guided day trip from San José. Includes breakfast, lunch, and crocodile spotting at Tárcoles River.
Duration: 13 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Tarcoles - Passenger pick-up begins around 5:00 am from hotels in San Jose and nearby areas.

We will stop for breakfast along the way, and you’ll have the chance to take photos from a viewpoint at the mouth of the Tarcoles River, where you might spot the famous crocodiles.

  • Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio - As we head to Manuel Antonio National Park, you’ll enjoy scenic coastal views.
    Once inside the park: If you choose to take the guided walk, your naturalist guide will help you identify various plant and animal species in the forest. If you prefer a beach day, you can follow the path to the white sands of Playa Espadilla. Relax, sunbathe, or explore the park’s trails to observe the rich flora and fauna.
    You’ll have about 3.5 hours to enjoy the park’s natural beauty.

After leaving the park, we’ll have lunch at a local restaurant and then return to the Central Valley by sunset.

Transportation back to your San Jose hotel is included.

What's Included
  • Transportation included from San Jose hotels and nearby
  • Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Special meal restrictions or allergies accommodated
What's Not Included
  • Bottled Water
  • Tips
Additional Information

Spend a day exploring with the accompanied of a naturalist guide in this group tour with transportation included from San Jose, includes: Breakfast, stop at Tárcoles River famous for the sighting of crocodiles, entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park to enjoy the visit to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world for a time of 4 hours approx. Hiking with 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 entrance trail to the park heading towards the white sands of Playa Espadilla. Once there, you can simply relax and enjoy the beach, sunbathe or walk along the trails that will allow you to observe the abundant flora and fauna.Lunch at a local restaurant and return to the Central Valley after sunset.

  • 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.
Location
Tarcoles
Cancellation Policy

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

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1 Adult
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