2-Day Corcovado Sirena Tour from Sierpe: Rainforest Wildlife

Two days deep in the rainforest, guided through wildlife at the hours they move

A 2-day tour from Sierpe into Corcovado National Park, based at Sirena Ranger Station with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, boat transport, meals and two full days of rainforest hiking. You arrive by boat, hike the jungle in the morning and afternoon of day one, sleep at the station, then hike again at dawn on day two before returning to Sierpe by boat and midday.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Boat to Sirena and rainforest exploration

• Board boat at 5:00 AM
• Boat ride to Sirena station
• Arrive at Sirena and settle in
• Explore rainforest with guide
• Return to station for lunch
• Afternoon rainforest exploration
• Dinner at Sirena station

Day 2: Morning hike and return to Sierpe

• Wake up at 5:00 AM
• Morning hike to station
• Breakfast at Sirena station
• Relax and freshen up
• Afternoon rainforest hike
• Return to station for lunch
• Walk to boat and boat ride to Sierpe

The experience

Can you really see Corcovado in a single day? No, and that's the whole point of this 2-day trip. A one-day tour rushes you through. This one lets you stay at Sirena Ranger Station and hike when the rainforest is actually alive. The boat leaves Sierpe at 5:00 AM, takes two hours along the coast, and lands you at Sirena by 7:15 AM. After you drop your bags at the station, your guide takes you straight into the jungle. The morning hike runs until around 11:30 AM, when you're back for lunch. The afternoon hike lasts roughly three hours, finishing around 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Dinner is at the station with your group and guide.

Day two starts before dawn, around 5:00 AM, because that's when nocturnal and crepuscular animals are still moving. The pre-dawn hike runs two to two and a half hours, landing you back at the station for breakfast around 7:30 AM. After you rest and freshen up, you head back out for a final hike of two and a half to three hours. By midday you're back at the station, you collect your belongings, and the boat carries you back to Sierpe. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and children from age five are welcome.

Breakfast and dinner are included at the station. Bring your own lunch or purchase it there. The boat ride is the transport in and out: no driving, no transfers to arrange. The only thing not covered is tips for your guide.

What’s included

• Boat transport from Sierpe to Sirena and back.
• overnight accommodation at Sirena Ranger Station.
• English or Spanish-speaking guide for both days.
• breakfast on day two and dinner on day one.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 05:20

AgesAdult (13 to 80 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Pacheco Tours

Is this one for you?This tour works best for small groups or families who want to experience Corcovado without rushing: the two days let you hike at the pace wildlife actually moves, and the overnight stay means you're there for the dawn and dusk hours when animals are most active.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What's the boat ride from Sierpe to Sirena actually like?

The boat leaves at 5:00 AM and takes two hours, traveling along the lush Pacific Coast toward Sirena. It's a scenic journey on a comfortable boat, and you arrive at 7:15 AM ready to start hiking.

How much time do you actually spend hiking each day?

Day one has two hikes: a morning session until 11:30 AM, then an afternoon hike of roughly three hours starting after lunch. Day two starts with a pre-dawn hike of two to two and a half hours, followed by a final hike of two and a half to three hours after breakfast.

What's included in the meals?

Breakfast and dinner are included at Sirena Ranger Station. Lunch is on your own. You can bring food or arrange it at the station.

Why does the second day start so early?

The 5:00 AM start on day two takes advantage of cooler temperatures and the time when nocturnal and crepuscular rainforest animals are still active. As the day heats up, these animals become less visible, so the early hike gives you the best chance to see wildlife in action.