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A sign at Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio with warnings about alcohol and feeding monkeys. 1
A person overlooking a large body of water with distant buildings and hills. 2
A group of people walking on a wooden bridge surrounded by dense forest. 3
People standing at a wooden information kiosk in a forested area. 4
A sloth hanging from tree branches in a dense forest. 5

Manuel Antonio Beach & National Park Day Tour from San José

By Expediciones Tropicales Day Tours
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Free cancellation available
Price is €142 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 13h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Experience one of Costa Rica’s top destinations on this full-day guided tour to Manuel Antonio National Park from San José. Start with a traditional Costa Rican breakfast, then stop at Hacienda Nosavar on the Tárcoles River to observe giant crocodiles in the wild.

Continue to Manuel Antonio, where a certified naturalist guide leads you through lush rainforest trails to spot sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and more. After the walk, enjoy up to four hours at Playa Espadilla, one of the world’s most beautiful beaches—perfect for swimming, relaxing, and soaking in paradise.

Finish your day with a delicious local lunch before returning to San José at sunset. A memorable mix of wildlife, nature, and beach time, ideal for travellers seeking Costa Rica’s ultimate day escape.

Activity location

  • Tarcoles
    • Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tarcoles
    • Tarcoles, Costa Rica

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Manuel Antonio Beach & National Park Day Tour from San José

  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 05:00
Price details
€141.51 x 1 Adult€141.51
Total
Price is €141.51
Until Tue, 7 Jul
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What's included, what's not

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    Operates with a minimun of two passengers
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    Lunch
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    Transport included from San Jose hotels and nearby
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    Professional Bilingual Tour Guide
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    All Fees and Taxes
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Breakfast
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    Bottled Water
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    Tips

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • What to bring? Hat - Sun block - Insect repellent - Binoculars – Camera – Shorts – Sandals - Towel – Swimming costume
  • 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.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Manuel Antonio

  • 4h
Visit Manuel Antonio National Park scorted by a naturalist tour guide, duration of approximately 4 hours visiting the park and enjoying the beach. Since access to the park itself is closed to vehicles, you will hike to the preserve, crossing a creek. Once in the park, you can simply relax and enjoy the beach, sunbathe, or hike through the park's trails, which will allow you to observe Manuel Antonio's abundant flora and fauna. Several species of monkeys, iguanas, birds and possibly even the three-toed sloth can be seen. If you chose to hike the trail to Cathedral Point, do not forget your camera; the views of the park and the sea are simply spectacular! Hotel Playa Espadilla - Lunch included in this beautiful property located near the beaches of Manuel Antonio.

Tarcoles

  • 1h
Estimated pick up of passengers starts at 5 am from the hotels in San Jose and nearby. - We will stop for breakfast on the way, then we 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. On the way to Manuel Antonio National Park, you will travel along the coastline enjoying scenic views, including African palm plantations. You will also travel past small villages along the Pacific Coast, until you reach the port of Quepos and the ultimately the National Park.

Location

Activity location

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    Tarcoles
    • Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tarcoles
    • Tarcoles, Costa Rica

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