Ziplining in Puntarenas with Crocodile Safari

Fly through the treetops, then float past crocodiles below

A combined ziplining and wildlife activity in Puntarenas where you descend 10 cables and 12 platforms through rainforest canopy, then take a covered boat ride on the Tárcoles River to spot American crocodiles, monkeys, herons and scarlet macaws. Bilingual guide, hotel pickup and park entry included. Minimum age 18, moderate fitness required.

Step-by-step itinerary

Crocodile Safari and Zipline Adventure

• See wild white-faced monkeys
• Taste tropical fruits and smoothies
• Take boat ride on Tarcoles River
• Ride truck to zipline start
• Zipline through rainforest canopy
• Visit souvenir shop and taste coffee
• City tour of Puntarenas sights

The experience

The day starts with a covered boat ride on the Tárcoles River, one of Costa Rica's most crocodile-dense waterways. You'll spend an hour on the water spotting American crocodiles, white-faced monkeys, herons, lizards and scarlet macaws from a shaded boat built for wildlife viewing and photography. Before the river, the route passes white-faced monkeys near Caldera Port and stops at a fruit stand where you can taste tropical fruits or order a smoothie.

After the river comes the zipline. A 5-minute truck ride takes you up the mountain to the canopy course, where you descend through 10 cables strung across 12 platforms, including 3 suspension bridges. The route runs through rainforest with views of Carara National Park, one of the country's most visited reserves. The course is designed for beginners and families, and trained staff handle all safety equipment.

The return includes a souvenir stop at El Jardín, where you can taste some of Costa Rica's best coffee and use free WiFi, then a city tour of Puntarenas showing the fish market, the oldest church and the ferry terminal. Hotel pickup and drop-off, an air-conditioned vehicle, a bilingual guide and all park fees are included.

What’s included

• Hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• air-conditioned vehicle with bilingual guide.
• entrance to the Jungle Crocodile Safari and Zipline Carara Adventure Park.
• all safety equipment and trained staff.
• covered boat ride on the Tárcoles River.
• souvenir stop with free WiFi and Costa Rican coffee.
• city tour of Puntarenas.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Syl Travel Day Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want both canopy views and river wildlife in one morning. The zipline gets you above the treetops while the boat ride keeps you at water level where crocodiles and monkeys congregate.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I do the ziplining if I've never done it before?

Yes. The zipline course is suitable for beginners and families, with trained staff managing all safety equipment and setup. Moderate physical fitness is required.

What wildlife can I actually see on the Tárcoles River boat?

The Tárcoles River is known for American crocodiles, and the boat ride also offers chances to spot white-faced monkeys, herons, scarlet macaws and lizards. The boat is covered and designed for photography.

How long is the whole day, and what's included in the price?

The activity runs about 6.5 hours total. Hotel pickup and drop-off, the air-conditioned vehicle, bilingual guide, entrance to both the zipline park and the crocodile safari, all fees and taxes, and WiFi at the souvenir stop are included. Food and drinks are not.

Do I need to be in good shape to do this?

Moderate physical fitness is required. The activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers, and the minimum age is 18.

What happens if I'm staying near the port instead of a hotel?

Port pickup and drop-off are available as an alternative to hotel pickup.