Corcovado: Sirena & San Pedrillo 2-Day Jungle Trek

Summary

Corcovado wildlife walks, ancient trees and jungle nights

You’ll step into Corcovado’s wildest corners—spotting monkeys at Sirena Station, trekking deep into ancient San Pedrillo rainforest with a local guide, sleeping in a simple jungle shelter as frogs sing outside, then hiking out through thick green silence before returning by 4x4. It’s raw and real—you might not want to leave.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember stepping off the boat at Sirena Station, shoes in hand and that salty Pacific air clinging to everything. Our guide, Daniel, grinned and pointed out a line of coatis nosing around the driftwood—he said they’re always first to greet new arrivals. The forest here felt young somehow—lush but with this sense it was still growing back. We walked slow, listening for spider monkeys (they sound like rusty swings), and I tried to spot every agouti before Daniel did. He won, obviously. Lunch was rice and beans under a tin roof while rain tapped out its own rhythm—somehow it made the food taste even better.

After lunch we took the boat again, this time to San Pedrillo. It’s only about an hour but you feel the difference right away—the air gets heavier, thicker with green. The trails are rougher here, roots everywhere, and Daniel kept us moving fast (“quicker means more surprises,” he said). I didn’t expect how quiet it would get. No crowds, just our small group dodging vines and craning necks at trees older than anything I’ve seen before. At one point we heard something big moving through the leaves—maybe a tapir? No one saw it but everyone froze anyway. That night we slept in a simple shelter tucked between San Pedrillo and Los Planes. I lay awake listening to frogs and something that sounded like laughter (probably howler monkeys).

The next morning started with strong coffee and eggs while mist curled through the trees outside. The walk back toward Drake Bay was long—about 10 kilometers—but honestly I lost track of time after the first hour. There were moments when it felt like we’d wandered off any trail at all; Daniel just smiled and waved us on (“real jungle now!”). By lunch in Los Planes my boots were muddy, my shirt stuck to my back—and I didn’t care at all. A 4x4 showed up right on time to take us back to town but I kind of wanted to stay lost for a bit longer.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat to Sirena and San Pedrillo

• Depart Drake Bay at 5:50am
• Boat ride to Sirena Station
• Walk short trails at Sirena
• Lunch at Sirena Station
• Boat to San Pedrillo Station
• Walk longer trails at San Pedrillo
• Dinner and rest at Corcovado shelter

Day 2 — Walk to Los Planes and Return

• Breakfast at shelter
• Walk through jungle to Los Planes
• Lunch at Los Planes
• 4x4 transfer to Drake Bay
• Arrive Drake Bay around 12:30-1pm

Top questions

How long is the Corcovado 2-day tour?

The tour lasts two days with an overnight stay in a jungle shelter between San Pedrillo and Los Planes.

Is hotel pickup included from Drake Bay?

The tour starts from Drake Bay main beach; return transport by 4x4 is included after lunch on day two.

What animals can you see on this Corcovado trek?

You might see monkeys, coatis, agoutis, possibly tapirs or even predators like tayras or cougars if lucky.

How difficult is the hiking on this tour?

The hikes are moderate to challenging; expect uneven trails of about 10-12 km each day.

Are meals included during the trek?

Dinner on day one and breakfast on day two are included; lunches are provided at Sirena and Los Planes stations.

Where do you sleep during the Corcovado trek?

You’ll sleep in a basic jungle shelter between San Pedrillo and Los Planes stations.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with injuries?

No—it’s not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries due to rugged terrain.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

What’s included

Your two days include guided walks at Sirena and San Pedrillo stations with all park entry fees covered, dinner after your first jungle hike plus breakfast before setting out again, an overnight stay in a cozy rainforest shelter between San Pedrillo and Los Planes—and return transport by 4x4 back to Drake Bay after your final hike.