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Manuel Antonio National Park Tours

Explore Manuel Antonio National Park, discovering pristine beaches, lush rainforest, and incredible wildlife in Costa Rica's smallest but most popular national park

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Manuel Antonio National Park Tours

Manuel Antonio National Park is Costa Rica's smallest national park but one of its most popular, where pristine beaches meet lush rainforest and incredible wildlife thrives, making park exploration essential to experiencing this coastal paradise! National Park tours take you through this beautiful protected area, from hiking rainforest trails to discovering pristine beaches, from spotting sloths and monkeys to seeing colorful birds and diverse wildlife, from understanding the park's conservation efforts to experiencing why Manuel Antonio is considered one of Costa Rica's most beautiful parks. Experience the incredible biodiversity, enjoy beautiful beaches within the park, see wildlife in natural habitat, and discover why National Park tours are the perfect way to experience Manuel Antonio's natural beauty. Whether you're seeking wildlife observation, beach time, or rainforest exploration, National Park tours offer diverse experiences that showcase the incredible natural environment that makes Manuel Antonio so special. From trails to beaches, from wildlife to conservation, National Park tours ensure you experience the natural wonder of Manuel Antonio!

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Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tour
From $28.5
Free Cancellation

This a lifetime experience, due that Manuel Antonio National Park features very stunning biodiversity, some of the best beaches, hiking trails, and family vacation opportunities in the country. Its high biodiversity remains hiding using camouflage, it means that animals are there but not easy to find them with out the expert eye of certified, reliable and regulated guide. So, our guides will find them for you, then use a spotting scope to provide closed up views and take photos through the lens of the scope using your smartphones, while sharing updated information, facts and stories of each spotted species. If your next adventure includes Manuel Antonio, our passion is to make it a lifetime experience for you.

4.8(564)
2h 30m
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Poas Volcano National Park - Admission Ticket
From $32
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Poás volcano is a powerful symbol of the geothermal forces that formed Costa Rica. When the mist and clouds part you’ll see the sulfuric, bubbling, green rain fed lake at the bottom, surrounded by smoke and steam rising from fumaroles. Water from the lake is constantly seeping through cracks in the hot rock, evaporating and building pockets of steam. When the pressure in these pockets exceeds the weight of the water above, the steam breaks through in geysers that rocket up to 820 feet (250 meters) high. Don’t worry about getting a shower though, the crater is 1,050 feet (320 meters) deep. At almost a mile (1.6 km) across it’s also the largest active crater in the world. New safety features have been added to protect visitors in case of particularly heavy activity.

3.4(31)
20 min
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Canoe Tour in Tortuguero National Park
From $28
Free Cancellation

On this tour, you will put aside your worries, you will relax and enjoy the immensity of the very humid tropical forest of Costa Rica. Some important aspects to take into account: Canoes are small boats. Maximum 8 people per canoe (typical canoe with paddles). It is worth mentioning that it is not necessary to row if you wish, the guide will do it. We offer 3 different schedules to make the tour, however, we recommend doing the 6:00 am, since at this time the animals are more active and the temperature is the best. If you carry your camera, do not forget to take something to protect it against water, since the weather conditions are quite unpredictable and it can rain at any time.

4.9(299)
3h
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Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tours
From $68
Free Cancellation

This company was created to share the love of our family has for this natural jewel of the pacific as is the Manuel Antonio National Park founded in 1972. This place receives visitors from all over the world who feel attracted to the oceans and forests we can find here. Those who want to have the chance to discover it through the eye of an experienced guide to unveil the hidden details that make this place unique and perfect to spend the day. At this 2 hours tour, our guides will show you the slowly moving sloth, funny monkeys jumping on the trees, birds singing, tiny bats or green forest frogs sleeping at the shade of the leafs, and many more. After this easy walk, you will have time to relax on the beach or continue the adventure on the many walking trails this park has to offer.

4.7(313)
3h
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Kayak to the Heart of the National Park
From $65
Free Cancellation

Las Baulas National Park, created in 1990, is approximately 445 hectares & located on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, near the town of Tamarindo. The Tamarindo estuary is the biggest mangrove estuary in Latin America and the only way to get to it’s heart is by water. This makes it a quiet and private place in comparison to many of Costa Rica’s other National Parks that are easily accessible by car. Come and enjoy the nature it has to share!

4.3(78)
3h
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Manuel Antonio National Park Tour
From $62
Free Cancellation

You will be guided by experts in Manuel Antonio National Park, they know each animal hideout and will guide you so you can look at them.

3.9(15)
2h
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Irazu Volcano National Park - Admission Ticket
From $32
Skip The Line

The Entrance Pass is the cheapest option for those wishing to visit the Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa for the day. The Entrance Pass includes access to all of the installations at the lodge and its surrounding nature reserve. The pool and jacuzzi area is the only area whose use is prohibited for COVID-19 politics. By reserving this experience you can enjoy 11km (7 miles) of well-maintained hiking and mountain biking trails (no bikes for rent). The property has 870 acres (352 hectares) that cross the tropical jungle of the Arenal Volcano. Our trails have access to waterfalls and suspension bridges. At the halfway point you will be able to climb one of the tallest observation towers in Costa Rica with a spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano and the surrounding mountains. On our trails you can find lots of wildlife including monkeys, anteaters, coatis, frogs and more than 500 species of birds.

3.4(7)
1h
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Carara National Park Private Tour
From $85
Free Cancellation👤Private TourNew

Enjoy a unique experience in contact with nature with a private guided tour of Carara National Park. Located in the province of Puntarenas, this park is a meeting point between the dry zones of the north and the humid jungles of the south, making it an ideal place to observe an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, you'll walk along trails surrounded by lush vegetation, discover ancient trees, and have the opportunity to spot exotic birds like the iconic scarlet macaw, as well as monkeys, reptiles, and butterflies. Perfect for nature and photography lovers, this tour offers a personalized experience exploring one of Costa Rica's richest ecosystems.

5.0(7)
4h
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Birdwatching tour in Carara National Park
From $68
Free Cancellation

In our birdwatching tour the guides make a difference by having extensive experience, having great passion for their work, ease of identifying birds and going above and beyond putting all their knowledge at the service of the client. Also the tour can be enjoyed by any bird lover from beginners to experts. If you want to enjoy our tour at a time different from the established or require transportation contact us in advance.

4.9(36)
3h
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Carara National Park Tour
From $30.77
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Best bird watching tours in Costa Rica with native guide to spot endemic species. Guides will be able to spot seasonal birds and wildlife, making this the best tour on your trip.

4.6(33)
3h
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Carara National Park Guided Tour
From $35
Free Cancellation

Carara National Park, located in Costa Rica, offers a unique blend of dry and tropical rainforest, providing a diverse habitat for wildlife. It's famous for its rich birdlife, including the rare Scarlet Macaw. The park's easy-to-navigate trails cater to all levels of hikers, making it accessible for families and avid bird watchers alike. Its proximity to San José and Jaco, along with its convenient location on the way to Manuel Antonio, makes it an ideal day trip. Visitors can also explore the nearby serene Tarcoles River, home to one of the world's largest crocodile populations. With its diverse ecosystems and wildlife, Carara National Park offers an unforgettable and educational experience for nature enthusiasts.

5.0(1)
3h
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Guided tour in Carara National Park
From $50
Free Cancellation

Explore the trails of the National Park nesting site of the majestic Scarlet Macaw, it is also the habitation of monkeys spiders, sloths, anteaters, pizotes, agoutis, bats, poisonous frogs, toucans, snakes, basilisks, iguanas, toucans, motorcycles, spiders, a variety of insects among others. A certified guide will accompany you throughout the tour showing you the hidden secrets of the park through a professional telescope. If you want to enjoy our tour at a time different from the established or need transportation contact us in advance.

5.0(9)
2h
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Cahuita National Park Hiking
From $38

Our guide will meet you at the entrance of the park, you will have to do the check in at the counter by giving a donation to the park. On this tour you will have the opportunity to explore the beauty of the national park, including the flora and fauna. Our experience guide will spot all the great things for you. Once you are done with the walk you can decide to walk back with the guide or stay at the beach inside the park. This is not a private tour. This tour is for a minimum of two people. If you are a solo traveler please ask for availability.

4.6(35)
2h
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Private Manuel Antonio National Park
From $112
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Hello welcome to my private adventure Our tour is designed to leave a lasting impresion, offering authenticity and local adventure. I believe providing a personalized experience our private group ensure that each participant gets attention and can fully engage with the tour. From transportation to our activity, I pay close attention to every details to ensure an enjoyable experience for all of you. Committed to enhancing customer experiences, I have invested in a minibus to provide more efficient and comfortable services.

4.7(6)
3h
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Tortuguero National Park - Admission Ticket
From $32

Tortuguero National Park (TNP) is located northeast of Costa Rican territory and is one of the main tourist icons of Costa Rica since it is internationally recognized for protecting the most important green turtles nesting beach in the Western Hemisphere. Away from the city and made up by an extensive network of rivers and canals, the access is possible only through small boats: this way the Tortuguero National Park is, a place unlike any other; where small communities surrounding Protected Wilderness Area, as Barra del Tortuguero and San Francisco, still retain their traditions and also enjoy the benefit of having the bicycle as their main transportation method, making the travel a true encounter with Caribbean culture. TNP is a paradise for research and ecotourism, the ecosystems of the area are so complex and diverse that visitors can expect anything in the routes, passing from calm to find any species of flora and fauna of Costa Rican Caribbean.

4.0(1)
2h
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Why Choose National Park Tours in Manuel Antonio?

Beautiful Park

Explore Costa Rica's most popular national park!

Pristine Beaches

Discover stunning beaches within the park.

Incredible Wildlife

See sloths, monkeys, and diverse Costa Rican animals.

Rainforest Trails

Hike through lush rainforest observing wildlife.

Types of National Park Tours in Manuel Antonio

Comprehensive Park Tours

Full tours exploring trails, beaches, and wildlife in the park.

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Wildlife-Focused Tours

Tours emphasizing wildlife observation and spotting.

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Beach & Park Tours

Tours combining park exploration with beach time.

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Private Park Tours

Private tours with personalized itinerary and wildlife focus.

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What to Expect on Your National Park Tour

Duration

Half-day park tours: 3-4 hours. Full-day tours: 6-8 hours with extended exploration.

Park Exploration

Hike rainforest trails and explore diverse areas of the park.

Wildlife Observation

Spot sloths, monkeys, birds, and various Costa Rican wildlife.

Beach Access

Visit pristine beaches within the park boundaries.

Expert Guidance

Naturalist guides help spot wildlife and explain park ecology.

Photography

Excellent opportunities to photograph wildlife and natural beauty.

Expert Tips for the Best Experience

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Advance booking recommended - park has daily visitor limits

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Arrive early - better wildlife activity and fewer crowds

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Bring swimsuit - beautiful beaches in park

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Binoculars helpful for wildlife viewing

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Follow park rules - stay on trails, no feeding wildlife

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Park showcases Costa Rica's biodiversity

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National Park tours essential Manuel Antonio experience

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Park highlights natural beauty of area

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What is Manuel Antonio National Park?

A: Manuel Antonio National Park is Costa Rica's smallest national park (1,983 hectares) but one of most popular, featuring pristine beaches, lush rainforest, and incredible wildlife creating beautiful protected area! Established 1972. Combines rainforest and beaches. Home to diverse wildlife including sloths, monkeys, birds. Considered one of Costa Rica's most beautiful parks. Absolutely stunning - essential Costa Rica destination. Must-visit - beautiful natural area. Stunning coastal park. Popular national park!

Q:How much do park tours cost?

A: Park entry: $16 per person (foreigners). Guided park tours: $50-80 per person including guide and entry. Private park tours: $100-180 per person. Full day park tours: $80-140 per person. Prices include park entry and guide. Some tours include transport. Book through reputable operators. Tours excellent value for park experience. Essential for experiencing park. Park tours worth the cost - beautiful natural area!

Q:What wildlife can I see?

A: Park offers incredible wildlife including sloths (three-toed, commonly seen), monkeys (white-faced capuchin, howler - active, entertaining), iguanas (green, common), birds (toucans, parrots, diverse species), and various other animals! Wildlife abundant - commonly seen throughout park. Sloths highlight - very visible. Monkeys active and entertaining. Wildlife easy to spot. Absolutely diverse - Costa Rica's biodiversity. Essential for wildlife enthusiasts. Must-see - incredible wildlife. Stunning wildlife encounters!

Q:Are the beaches swimmable?

A: Yes! Park beaches swimmable and considered some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches! Beaches pristine and well-maintained. Safe for swimming. Beautiful beach setting. Perfect for combining wildlife viewing with beach time. Beaches highlight of park. Essential for complete park experience. Must-visit - stunning beaches. Beautiful swimming beaches. Stunning beach destinations!

Q:How long do tours take?

A: Basic park tours: 3-4 hours covering trails, wildlife, and beaches. Extended park tours: 6-8 hours with more exploration and beach time. Duration depends on pace and interests. Most visitors find 3-4 hour tours perfect for park overview. Full day tours provide more comprehensive experience. Tours flexible based on interests. Allow time for wildlife observation and beach. Park worth taking time to explore!

Q:What should I bring?

A: Essential items: Comfortable walking shoes, swimsuit, water bottle, camera, binoculars (helpful), sun protection, and light rain gear! Comfortable footwear essential - trails can be uneven. Swimsuit for beach time. Water for hydration. Camera for wildlife. Binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Sun protection important. Rain gear helpful (weather changeable). Essential gear for park exploration. Prepare for walking, wildlife, and beach!

Q:Are tours suitable for families?

A: Yes! Park tours family-friendly with accessible trails, wildlife, and beautiful beaches! Children enjoy seeing animals and beaches. Trails manageable for families. Wildlife exciting for children. Beaches perfect for families. Educational experience about Costa Rica's nature. Many families enjoy park tours. Perfect for families wanting nature experiences. Consider children's interests. Family-friendly with appropriate supervision!

Q:Why is the park popular?

A: Park popular for combining pristine beaches with rainforest, incredible wildlife easily spotted, accessible location, and beautiful natural setting making it one of Costa Rica's most visited national parks! Beaches absolutely stunning. Wildlife abundant and visible. Easy access from town. Perfect combination of nature and beach. Essential Costa Rica destination. Must-visit - beautiful natural area. Popular for good reason. Stunning coastal park!

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Why Visit Manuel Antonio?

Famous Manuel Antonio National Park

Incredible wildlife and biodiversity

Beautiful beaches and water activities

Stunning coastal views and sunsets

Excellent hiking and nature trails

Perfect blend of adventure and relaxation

Best Time to Visit

Weather

Manuel Antonio enjoys a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. Average temperatures range from 75°F (24°C) to 90°F (32°C).

Best Months

December to April offers the best weather with dry conditions and perfect beach weather.

Peak Season

December to April brings peak tourist season with ideal weather, larger crowds, and higher prices.

Off Season

May to November offers lower prices and fewer crowds, though with occasional rain.

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Transportation Tips

Walking is perfect for exploring the town and beaches. Organized tours include transportation to the national park and activities.

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