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Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Tour & Park Entry
Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Tour & Park Entry★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (428)2hYou walk the trails of Manuel Antonio National Park with a certified guide using telescope equipment to spot three monkey species, sloths, frogs, and birds. Park entry, fruits, drinks, and professional photos are included. The tour ends with free time on a white-sand beach before heading back to Quepos.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see Manuel Antonio's wildlife without arranging your own transport, buying a separate park ticket, or navigating the trails alone — the guide's telescope and local knowledge are what turn distant animals into something you can actually see and understand.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 26View ›
Monteverde: Rain Forest Night Walk with Wildlife Sighting
Monteverde: Rain Forest Night Walk with Wildlife Sighting★★★★★★★★★★ 4.65 (400)2hYou’ll wander Monteverde’s rainforest at night with a local guide, searching for sloths, frogs, toucans, and even glowing fungi using provided optic gear and flashlights. Expect close-up wildlife moments you can’t get during the day — plus small surprises along the way that make you feel part of the forest’s secret life.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-6%fromUS$ 31View ›
Night Walking Tour Monteverde: Nocturnal Wildlife with Guide
Night Walking Tour Monteverde: Nocturnal Wildlife with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (393)2hA small-group night walking tour in Monteverde starts at dusk and runs two hours through forest trails with a live guide who locates and identifies nocturnal wildlife using a powerful spotting scope. The guide carries flashlights for the group and speaks English or Spanish; children from age 4 are welcome. You arrange your own transport to the meeting point.Is it for me?The two-hour walk starts at dusk and moves at an easy pace, so it suits travelers who want to see nocturnal wildlife without a strenuous hike. You arrange your own transport, but once you arrive the guide handles the route and all the wildlife spotting work.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 73View ›
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Cloud Forest
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Cloud Forest★★★★★★★★★★ 4.52 (389)2hYou get picked up from your hotel at 5:30 p.m., spend two hours in the cloud forest with a bilingual naturalist guide spotting nocturnal wildlife like glass frogs and sloths, and return before 8:30 p.m. The small group size (maximum nine people) and included flashlights mean you're not fighting for a view or fumbling in the dark. Hotel drop-off is included, so the whole evening is handled.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the cloud forest's nocturnal side without arranging your own transport or guide — the early pickup and late return mean you're not managing timing, and the small group size is what makes it possible to actually see and hear the animals instead of just walking past them.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromUS$ 38View ›
Quepos: Parasailing Manuel Antonio & Ocean Landing
Quepos: Parasailing Manuel Antonio & Ocean Landing★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (388)45mYou receive a brief safety overview, get fitted with a harness and life vest, then walk into the air and float 400 feet above the Manuel Antonio coastline for your choice of 15 or 30 minutes. A guide on a wave runner waits below to bring you back to shore when you descend into the Pacific. All equipment is included, and you're back on the beach within an hour.Is it for me?A good fit if you want a view of Manuel Antonio that doesn't require hiking or a boat tour, and you're comfortable with heights — the flight is the whole point, so expect to spend 15 to 30 minutes suspended 400 feet above the water, which is what makes the view possible.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 113View ›
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour in Chile
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour in Chile★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (358)2hThis 2-hour tour in Chile takes you through coffee, cocoa and sugar cane farms with a certified guide who walks you through how each product is grown and processed. You taste fresh coffee, sugar cane juice and multiple chocolate varieties—white, milk, 70% with chili, sea salt, coconut, pineapple and more. All trails are paved cement, so strollers, walkers, crutches and wheelchairs move freely whether the day is sunny or wet.Is it for me?Book this if you're visiting with a stroller or mobility aid—the cement trails work in any weather, and one guide covers all three plantations in a single route.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −66%fromUS$ 64View ›
Manuel Antonio: Rappelling, Zipline & Waterfall Adventure Tour
Manuel Antonio: Rappelling, Zipline & Waterfall Adventure Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (354)4hYou’ll scramble through rainforest near Manuel Antonio with local guides—rappelling waterfalls, flying over treetops on zip lines, tasting fresh fruit mid-adventure. Expect muddy boots, laughter echoing under the canopy, and a traditional Costa Rican meal to end your day. It’s not polished—but it’s real adventure.Free cancellationTop ratedfromUS$ 113View ›
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk & Beach Time with Guide
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk & Beach Time with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (353)3hYou’ll wander shaded trails with a local guide who knows every rustle—spotting monkeys leaping overhead, sleepy sloths tucked high up, and even tiny bats or frogs if you’re lucky. The pace is relaxed, with time to ask questions or just listen to birdsong before ending your day stretched out on Manuel Antonio’s warm sand.Free cancellationKids −20%fromUS$ 68View ›
Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean views
Jaco ATV Waterfall Tour: 4 hours, mountain-to-ocean views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (352)4hYou ride an ATV through Costa Rican rainforest for four hours, climb to a ridge with ocean views, stop at a 30-foot waterfall, and eat lunch at a remote tilapia farm where the fish come from the pond you're sitting above. Pickup from Jaco is included, your guide speaks both English and Spanish, and all equipment and entrance fees are covered — you just bring closed-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and a swimsuit.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the rainforest and coast from a ridge most Jaco visitors never reach, and you'd rather not navigate mountain roads or arrange lunch separately — the guide handles the route, the farm handles the meal, and four hours is enough to feel remote without eating up your whole day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −69%fromUS$ 139View ›
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Tour & Wildlife Search with Pickup
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Tour & Wildlife Search with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (329)2hYou’ll step into Manuel Antonio’s rainforest after dark with a local guide leading the way—flashlight in hand—searching for frogs, insects, and other creatures that only show up at night. Expect laughter (and maybe some nerves) as you listen to the jungle come alive around you before heading back to your hotel with new stories buzzing in your head.Travelers' pickKids −18%fromUS$ 55View ›
Jaco: Traditional Food Tour with Street Eats & Local Drinks
Jaco: Traditional Food Tour with Street Eats & Local Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (325)3h–4hYou’ll wander Jaco’s lively streets tasting fresh chorreadas hot off the griddle, dig into caldosa by the beach, sip cold Costa Rican beers and spicy chiliguaro shots with locals—and end on a sweet note with Churchill ice cream as sunset colors spill over murals. It’s messy, loud, delicious—and you’ll probably want seconds.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 99View ›
Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife & Beach Walk from Quepos
Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife & Beach Walk from Quepos★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (323)3h–4hYou walk through Manuel Antonio with a professional guide who spots wildlife most visitors miss — monkeys, sloths, birds, reptiles — then finish at a white-sand beach where you can swim. Hotel pickup, snacks and all park entry are included; groups stay under 15 people, and the pace suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Manuel Antonio's wildlife and beach without arranging your own transport or buying separate park tickets — the guide and the small group size are what make spotting animals realistic instead of frustrating.Free cancellationKids −46%fromUS$ 75View ›
Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Birdwatching Tour
Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Birdwatching Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (322)1h 45mYou’ll glide along Costa Rica’s Tarcoles River by boat with a local guide, spotting giant crocodiles up close and watching for colorful birds in their natural habitat. Feel the river’s quiet moments, hear real stories from people who live here, and share in those small surprises that stick with you long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −25%fromUS$ 40View ›
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Zip Line Tour & Butterfly Garden Access
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Zip Line Tour & Butterfly Garden Access★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (321)2hYou’ll fly across ten zip lines above Manuel Antonio’s lush reserve, cross swaying bridges, walk jungle trails and visit both a butterfly garden and crocodile lagoon—all with local guides who know every sound in the forest. Expect laughter, shaky knees, and moments where time slows down right when you least expect it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 80View ›
Snorkeling Catamaran in Quepos: Manuel Antonio with Water Slides
Snorkeling Catamaran in Quepos: Manuel Antonio with Water Slides★★★★★★★★★★ 4.38 (315)3h 30mSnorkel from a 100-foot catamaran along the Manuel Antonio coast with snorkeling gear, two water slides, two jacuzzis, and a Costa Rican meal included. The boat leaves from Pez Vela Marina in Quepos at 2pm (afternoon departure) or 9am (morning departure), with hotel pickup available from any hotel in Manuel Antonio or Quepos. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the outing; the itinerary runs three-and-a-half hours and covers swimming, snorkeling, wildlife watching for dolphins and sea turtles, and time to relax between activities.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants to stay together on one boat with multiple activities—the two water slides and hot tubs mean different ages find their own entertainment without splitting up.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%fromUS$ 86View ›
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk & Beach Break with Guide
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk & Beach Break with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (315)2h 30mYou’ll walk Manuel Antonio’s shaded trails with a local guide who knows every rustle in the trees—spotting monkeys, sloths, and frogs through a pro-grade scope (and snapping photos with your phone). End your tour at the park’s soft-sand beach for swimming or relaxing under palm trees. It’s not just wildlife watching; it’s feeling part of this wild little corner of Costa Rica.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 28View ›
Jaco ATV Tour: Mountain Trails & Waterfall Rides
Jaco ATV Tour: Mountain Trails & Waterfall Rides★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (314)1h–8hYou ride from Jaco's center up mountain trails to ridge views, then descend to waterfall swimming holes on the longer tours. A bilingual guide leads groups of up to fifteen on ATVs or buggies, handles the route, and includes gas. Bring your passport photo and expect bumpy terrain; the ride lasts one to four hours depending on which package you choose.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride into the rainforest and see the coast from above without arranging your own transport or worrying about the trail — the guide's knowledge of the terrain and the fixed itinerary mean you just ride and enjoy the views.Free cancellationfromUS$ 90View ›
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Hike & Beach Stop with Pickup
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Hike & Beach Stop with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (293)4hYou’ll walk shaded trails in Manuel Antonio with a local guide spotting monkeys and sloths along the way, then pause for fresh fruit at a quiet beach where swimming is an option. Hotel pickup and drop-off make it easy—just bring your curiosity and maybe a towel for that last stretch by the sea.Free cancellationfromUS$ 85View ›
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Wildlife Sanctuary & Sloth Park Tour
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Wildlife Sanctuary & Sloth Park Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (292)2hYou walk a guided path through rescued sloths, monkeys, parrots and coatis, learning each animal's story and the sanctuary's 20-year conservation mission. The tour includes close encounters, explanations of wildlife behavior and habitat protection work, plus a snack afterward. Your entry fee funds the rescue center's hospital, reforestation and wildlife bridge projects.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Costa Rican wildlife up close while supporting active conservation work, not just observation — your entry fee funds rescue, rehabilitation and habitat protection that's been running for over 20 years.Free cancellationKids −28%fromUS$ 70View ›
Jaco: Snorkeling at Playa Fantasia & Beach Wildlife
Jaco: Snorkeling at Playa Fantasia & Beach Wildlife★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (291)4h 30mYou board a 50-foot catamaran in Jaco and travel to a wildlife reserve beach accessible only by water. Snorkel among tropical fish, rays and occasional turtles, or paddle board and play volleyball on the sand while macaws and monkeys move through the jungle above. Lunch, drinks and all equipment are included, with hotel pickup and drop-off handled.Is it for me?Right for snorkelers and non-snorkelers alike who want a full day on the water without arranging their own transport — the catamaran and beach are only reachable by boat, which is what keeps the wildlife and the quiet intact. Plan for sun exposure most of the day and a moderate level of fitness for boarding the tender and swimming.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −16%fromUS$ 159View ›
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