Manuel Antonio National Park Wildlife Tour

From$169
12 hours
San Jose, Costa Rica

About this activity

Discover Costa Rica's natural beauty on a guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park, featuring diverse wildlife and stunning beaches.

Highlights

  • Explore diverse ecosystems
  • Spot sloths and monkeys
  • Relax on pristine beaches
  • Enjoy guided nature walks
  • Experience rich biodiversity

Full description

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Costa Rica with a guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. Departing from San Jose, you'll journey through lush rainforests, encountering diverse wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, and colorful birds. The tour includes a guided nature walk, providing insights into the park's rich biodiversity. After the walk, unwind on the park's pristine beaches, perfect for relaxation and swimming. This full-day excursion offers a comprehensive experience of Costa Rica's natural beauty, combining adventure, education, and leisure.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from San Jose
  • Guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm the tour's availability and departure times in advance.
  • Be aware that the tour may involve moderate physical activity, including walking on uneven terrain.
  • Check the weather forecast and prepare accordingly, as conditions can vary.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for warm weather.
  • Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen for beach activities.
  • Carry a camera or smartphone to capture wildlife and scenic views.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • Minimum age to participate is 5 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The total tour duration includes the travel time, breakfast and lunch
  • Drop off at Manuel Antonio-Quepos centrally located hotels are available
  • The National Park authorities do not allow plastic water bottles; please bring reusable bottles

Traveler reviews

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100/10 experience

If you go with Alex, you will have the best time doing this tour. He is great at explaining every detail of the park. Thanks to his patience and hearing expertise we were available to see al lot of diversity.

yanetg91Sep 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Alex tour guide 100% recommended

Very knowledgeable tour guide that cares about you at all times. Clear instructions throughout the day. Makes several stops during the tour

Happiness238146Sep 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Would've loved more time at the beach, but overall excellent day!

Great day! We were the only group booked on this tour for the day, but Fernando made sure to give us lots of information about the provinces of Costa Rica and about Central America as a whole. Manuel Antonio NP was beautiful, where we got to see monkeys playing in the trees and several types of plants. Fernando gave us a ~25 minute tour (walk) from the entrance of the park to the beach, where he then left us for a few hours. The water was incredibly warm and the sun was strong! We easily could've stayed another 3 hours. Lunch was served on the roof of a local hotel overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

rachellE5193NCSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

It was a great experience...

It was a great experience …we started on time and we had a fun time with Sergio. We would definitely book tours with this company again!

Teraesa_MSep 5, 2026VIATOR

Area of beauty

It was amazing, we saw several animals, the beach was beautiful and the weather is perfect!

DianaH3307Aug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required A minimum of 2 people per booking is required Walking is involved Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately Drop off with luggage is available in the centrally located Manuel Antonio area Hotels. The National Park authorities do not allow plastic water bottles; please bring reusable bottles