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Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Tour & Rain Boots Small GroupYou’ll step into Manuel Antonio’s jungle at night with a small group and local guide, rain boots and flashlights ready. Expect close-up encounters with frogs, snakes, spiders—even shy mammals if luck’s on your side. The real magic is in those quiet moments when the forest feels alive around you—you’ll remember that feeling long after you leave.
Manuel Antonio Beach: Private Surf Lesson & Guaranteed Stand-UpYou get a private surf lesson with a 15-year veteran instructor who guarantees you'll stand up on the board, plus access to Manuel Antonio Beach's waves and views for the rest of the afternoon. The lesson starts on sand, moves to water, and includes all boards, shade, snacks and transport from your hotel. Plan for a half-day in the water, with the option to keep practicing after the formal instruction ends.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Quepos who want to learn to surf without arranging a guide or transport—the lesson is private, pickup is included, and the guarantee means you'll actually stand up instead of spending the session frustrated. Expect a half-day in the water and sun; that's what makes the calm waves and the monkeys in the trees part of the same morning.
Manuel Antonio Park: Guided Wildlife Tour & Beach with NaturalistYou walk forest trails with a certified naturalist who uses a high-definition spotting scope to reveal sloths, monkeys, toucans, and frogs you'd otherwise miss. The guide photographs the wildlife and moments as they happen. After the trek, you finish on Manuel Antonio Beach with time to swim or rest. Park entry tickets must be purchased separately in advance.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to actually see the wildlife in Manuel Antonio instead of just walking past it—the spotting scope and the guide's experience are what turn a rainforest walk into something you remember.
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk & Beach Day with Small GroupYou’ll step right into Manuel Antonio’s wild side with an early start and a small group—spotting monkeys overhead, watching sloths nap in the treetops, then cooling off on white sand beaches. Your guide helps you notice things you’d never catch alone, and there’s time to swim or just listen to the rainforest breathing around you.
Costa Rica: Jungle Horseback Ride & Waterfall Swim with LunchYou’ll ride horseback through Costa Rica’s jungle with a local guide, visit a small family farm to meet animals and see their organic garden, then cool off swimming beneath a hidden waterfall before sharing a traditional lunch together. Expect muddy boots, real conversation, and memories that linger long after you dry off.
Manuel Antonio Surf Lessons: 2-Hour Beginner Class & Board RentalYou get a two-hour lesson with an experienced instructor, a surfboard for the full day, and the confidence that comes from actually standing up and riding a wave. The lesson is paced for beginners, and the free practice time afterward means you can keep building on what you just learned without paying extra or renting another board.Is it for me?Right for you if you've always wanted to try surfing but weren't sure where to start. The lesson assumes you're a beginner, and the free practice time afterward means you can build confidence without rushing back to return the board.
Quepos: Surfing Lessons Manuel Antonio Beach with EquipmentYou learn paddle technique and wave-reading on sand, then catch real waves with instructors who've been lifeguarding this beach for decades. All equipment and water time are included. The guarantee is simple: you'll be standing on the board within ten minutes, or the crew keeps working with you until you are.Is it for me?Right for first-time surfers who want to actually stand up instead of spend an hour falling off — the instructors' guarantee and two decades of beach experience mean you'll feel safe learning. The lesson moves at your pace, so fitness level or age isn't a barrier.
Quepos: Naranjo River Rafting Half Day & Hotel PickupYou get picked up at your hotel, driven 25 minutes to the Naranjo River, and spend 90 minutes rafting class 3 rapids through jungle with a safety kayaker alongside. The tour includes all gear, a safety briefing, snacks and the return drive — so you show up in swim clothes and everything else is handled. Small groups mean you're not competing for the guide's attention.Is it for me?Book this if you want to raft without losing half the day to driving, and if you prefer smaller groups where the guide actually knows who's in the boat. The 25-minute distance from Quepos is what makes a half-day tour possible instead of a full-day commitment.
Manuel Antonio: Savegre River Rafting Day Trip with LunchYou’ll paddle through Savegre’s Class II-III rapids with a local guide, spot monkeys and toucans in the rainforest, share laughs (and maybe nervous shouts) with your group, then relax over lunch before heading back to Manuel Antonio. Expect cold splashes, wild scenery, and moments you’ll replay long after you dry off.
Manuel Antonio: Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour & WildlifeYou’ll glide quietly through Damas Island’s mangroves with a local guide who knows every secret spot for spotting monkeys, birds, and even crocodiles. Feel the humid air on your skin as you drift past tangled roots, then share a homemade lunch with your group before heading back to Manuel Antonio or Quepos—maybe still grinning about that monkey encounter.
Costa Rica: Ebano Waterfalls Hike & Rainforest Safari LunchYou’ll trek rainforest trails with a local guide, cross streams and bridges under towering trees, swim beneath double waterfalls at Ebano Natural Reserve, and share a banana-leaf lunch by the river. Expect laughter, wildlife sightings—maybe even monkeys—and moments that stick with you long after you’re dry again.
Manuel Antonio Beach: Beginner & Advanced Surf Lessons QueposYou get personalized instruction in the water with an instructor who stays with you through each wave, starting with ten minutes of technique on the sand. The lesson includes your board, rashguard, leash, and a snack afterward. Manuel Antonio's year-round swell means consistent conditions whether you're a first-timer or refining your skills, and the protected beach keeps the focus on learning rather than fighting the ocean.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn surfing without figuring out which beach has the right waves or renting gear separately — the lesson handles the instruction, the equipment, and the timing, leaving you to focus on catching your first wave.
Manuel Antonio to San José Airport: 3-Hour Private TransferYou're picked up at your hotel in Manuel Antonio and driven to San José Airport in a private, air-conditioned van over three hours. The route includes optional stops at the Tarcoles River for crocodile viewing or at local restaurants, with WiFi and cold water provided throughout. Hotel pickup, taxes and all fees are included in the price, which is fixed for up to four passengers.Is it for me?This works well if you're leaving Manuel Antonio and want a fixed-price ride to the airport without arranging a taxi or negotiating fares—the driver handles the route and timing, which means you can relax or use the stops to finish last-minute shopping or sightseeing without worrying about missing your flight.
Chorro Rafting Private Trip from Manuel Antonio | Class IV-V RapidsYou’ll tackle wild rapids just outside Manuel Antonio with expert guides who know every bend of the Chorro section. Expect adrenaline, teamwork, and stories to tell.
Manuel Antonio National Park: 2-Hour Guided Forest TourYou get a bilingual naturalist guide for two hours of forest walking, professional equipment, and video documentation of what you see. Park entry fees are paid separately at the gate. The guide interprets the ecosystem and wildlife as you move through the main trails, stopping at beaches and mangrove sections depending on conditions. Minimum two people per booking.Is it for me?Book this if you want a naturalist's eye on the forest and don't want to navigate the trails alone — the guide is what transforms a walk into an understanding of what you're actually seeing.
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise & SnorkelingYou board a catamaran at the Quepos downtown pier and sail toward Manuel Antonio National Park, stopping to snorkel in a protected cove with included equipment and lunch on deck. The crew watches for dolphins and seasonal whales while you swim or float, then you return in time for sunset. Hotel pickup, four drinks, and all meals are included; the whole experience takes about six to seven hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full-day water experience with wildlife watching, snorkeling and a meal included without arranging transport or equipment yourself — the fixed itinerary and hotel pickup are what make a morning departure and afternoon return possible without coordination.
Private Transfer Quepos to La Fortuna | Air-Conditioned Van ServiceIf you want an easy ride from Quepos to La Fortuna without any hassle or crowds, this private transfer is worth it. You’ll get picked up at your hotel, travel in comfort, and even spot crocodiles along the way.
Private Transfer Quepos to Puerto Jiménez – Air-Conditioned VanYou get door-to-door service in a comfy van with AC, plus the freedom to stop along the way for snacks or photos. It’s an easy way to travel between Quepos and Puerto Jiménez without any stress.
