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Carara National Park

4.9 9 experiences from US$ 31 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All run daily · first departure 05:00, last 13:00 · live guides in 4 languages · most take 3h 30m–8h

Our top 3 of 9 experiences

Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting TicketOur pick
from · per personUS$ 45
Carara National Park bird watching tour: Spot macawsBest value
from · per personUS$ 31
Carara National Park wildlife tour with biologist★ Top rated
from · per personUS$ 278

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Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket
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Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting TicketWalk Carara’s rainforest with a guide, spot scarlet macaws, monkeys, and rare birds. Entry ticket and telescope included for up-close wildlife viewing.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 11:00★ 4.89 (256)2h–3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Carara National Park wildlife tour with biologist
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Carara National Park wildlife tour with biologistHike Carara National Park's jungle trails with a biologist guide, then boat the Tarcoles River to spot crocodiles and birds. Small group tours with hotel pickup from San Jose.Every day · 06:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.96 (55)8h–12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 278per person
Birdwatching tour in Carara National Park: Expert guide
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Birdwatching tour in Carara National Park: Expert guideThree to four hours walking Carara's trails with an expert birdwatching guide and professional telescope equipment, suited to beginners and experienced birders alike.Every day · First departure 07:00, last 13:00★ 4.96 (54)3h–4hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 68per person
Carara National Park Private Tour: Scarlet Macaws & Monkeys
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Carara National Park Private Tour: Scarlet Macaws & MonkeysPrivate guided walk through Carara National Park with a naturalist to spot scarlet macaws, monkeys and reptiles across dry forest and humid jungle trails.Every day · 07:30 and 12:30 · Hotel pickup · Up to age 85★ 4.93 (40)4hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Carara National Park bird watching tour: Spot macaws
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Best value
Carara National Park bird watching tour: Spot macawsBird watching tour in Carara National Park with native guide spotting scarlet macaws, toucans and endemic Costa Rican species, including hotel pickup and park fees.Every day · From age 5★ 4.65 (34)3h–5hEN · DE · FR · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 31per person
Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Spot Trogons & Macaws
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Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Spot Trogons & MacawsBirdwatching tour in Carara National Park from Quepos with licensed guide, spotting scope, and typical Costa Rican lunch.Every day · 05:00 · Pickup optional · From age 12★ 5.00 (13)6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 295per person
Tarcoles River Crocodile Safari & Carara Park Tour
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Tarcoles River Crocodile Safari & Carara Park TourCruise the Tarcoles River to spot American crocodiles, then walk Carara National Park's transitional forest with a bilingual guide. Includes park entry.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.67 (12)5h–6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 170per person
Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Scarlet Macaws & Trogons
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Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Scarlet Macaws & TrogonsGuided birdwatching tour in Carara National Park from Quepos with expert spotting scope, park entry, Costa Rican lunch and hotel pickup starting at 4:30 am.Every day · 05:30 · From age 12★ 5.00 (4)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 255per person
Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour from San Jose: Private & Guided
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Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour from San Jose: Private & GuidedPrivate crocodile boat tour on Tarcoles River with rainforest walk in Carara National Park.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (1)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 275per person

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OptionPriceDurationRatingDays and timesGuide languages
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting TicketOur pick
US$ 45 per person
2h–3h4.89★ · 256Every day · First departure 08:00, last 11:00English, Spanish
Carara National Park bird watching tour: Spot macawsBest value
US$ 31 per person
3h–5h4.65★ · 34Every dayEnglish, German, Spanish +1
Carara National Park wildlife tour with biologistTop rated
US$ 278 per person
8h–12h4.96★ · 55Every day · 06:30English, Spanish
Birdwatching tour in Carara National Park: Expert guide
US$ 68 per person
3h–4h4.96★ · 54Every day · First departure 07:00, last 13:00English, Spanish
Carara National Park Private Tour: Scarlet Macaws & Monkeys
US$ 85 per person
4h4.93★ · 40Every day · 07:30 and 12:30English, Spanish
Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Spot Trogons & Macaws
US$ 295 per person
6h5.00★ · 13Every day · 05:00English, Spanish
Tarcoles River Crocodile Safari & Carara Park Tour
US$ 170 per person
5h–6h4.67★ · 12Every day · 08:00English, Spanish
Carara National Park Birdwatching Tour: Scarlet Macaws & Trogons
US$ 255 per person
8h5.00★ only 4 reviewsEvery day · 05:30English, Spanish
Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour from San Jose: Private & Guided
US$ 275 per person
8h5.00★ only 1 reviewEvery day · 07:00English, Spanish

Carara National Park at a glance

Real price per person across the 9 options: US$ 31–US$ 295 (median US$ 170). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 9.

Of the 9 options: 9 with free cancellation, 6 with instant confirmation, 5 with hotel pickup, 7 kid-friendly, 2 private and 4 bookable last-minute.

How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.

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