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Manuel Antonio National Park Beach Day Tour from San José

Location San Jose, Central Valley, Costa Rica
$163
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Overview

Embark on a scenic full-day adventure from San José to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most stunning natural sanctuaries in the world. Start your day with a delicious Costa Rican breakfast, then stop at the Tárcoles River Bridge to observe giant wild crocodiles in their natural habitat—an iconic Costa Rica experience.

Continue to Manuel Antonio, where your certified naturalist guide will lead you on rainforest trails in search of wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and colorful tropical birds. Enjoy approximately four hours inside the park, combining wildlife viewing with free time to relax on Playa Espadilla, famous for its soft white sand and turquoise waters, often ranked among the world’s best beaches.

After your beach and wildlife experience, savor a traditional coastal lunch before returning to San José with breathtaking Pacific views at sunset.

This tour perfectly blends nature, wildlife, and pure relaxation—an unforgettable day of Pura Vida!
Manuel Antonio National Park Beach Day Tour from San José
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 13 hours

  • Breakfast
  • Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
  • Transportation included from San Jose hotels and nearby
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Let us know if you have some special meal restriction or allergy
  • Tips
  • Bottled Water

  • Tarcoles
    Estimated pick up of passengers starts at 5:00 am aprox from the hotels in San Jose and nearby. We will stop on the way for breakfast on the way, then you will have the opportunity to take pictures from a viewpoint at the mouth of the Tarcoles River where hopefully you will be able to see the famous crocodile.
  • Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
    On the way to Manuel Antonio National Park, you will travel along the coastline enjoying scenic views. Once we enter the park: For those who want to take the guided walk in the park, your naturalist guide will help you identify the species of plants and wild animals of the forest, those who just want to enjoy a day at the beach can walk along the path leading into the park heading towards the white sands of Playa Espadilla. You can simply relax and enjoy the beach, sunbathe or walk along the park's trails, which will allow you to observe the abundant flora and fauna. Time spend into the park to enjoy the natural beauty of this beach is around 3 hours and a half. Lunch at a local restaurant after leaving the park and return to the Central Valley after sunset. Transportation included back to your San Jose hotel

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • What to bring? Hat - Sun block - Insect repellent - Binoculars – Camera – Shorts – Sandals - Towel – Swimsuit
  • In Manuel Antonio National Park it is forbidden to bring into the park: *Plastic bottles* *Prepared food and snacks* Drinks are allowed only in single-use bottles. To register for the entrance to the Park: Bring original or copy of your identification document.
  • If you are travelling with children please let us know their ages, during the booking process.
  • Please confirm estimated pickup time day prior the tour, there would be 5 minutes flexibility.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Manuel Antonio National Park Beach Day Tour from San José

    Location San Jose, Central Valley, Costa Rica
    $163
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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