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

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Manuel Antonio National Park from San José

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: We will send the times via WhatsApp the day before your departure. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number that can receive messages. If you do not provide a valid number, we will notify you by email or through Viator..

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Overview

Discover the beauty and biodiversity of Costa Rica on an unforgettable full-day tour to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the country’s top natural treasures. This experience combines wildlife encounters, scenic rainforest trails, and time to relax on pristine white-sand beaches with crystal-clear waters.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive along the Pacific coast, passing charming coastal towns and stunning ocean viewpoints. Upon arriving at the park, your guide will lead you through lush rainforest paths where you’ll have the chance to see sloths, monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, and many more species that call this protected area home.

Continue toward the iconic Manuel Antonio Beach, known for its soft white sand, tranquil turquoise waters, and incredible natural surroundings. Enjoy time to swim, relax, explore the coastline, or simply soak in the tropical atmosphere.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Typical breakfast
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
National Park Entrance
Lunch + soft drink included (not included in Economic Tour)
Guide during the tour

✗ Not Included

Tips

Itinerary

Stop 1

We will pick up the clients in San José and travel along Route 27 observing beautiful mountains on the way. This road will take us to the Costanera Sur, on the way you will see plantations of African Palm and other crops.

Stop 2

We will make a stop of approximately 45 minutes for you to have breakfast or have a coffee or even buy snacks for the road. It is also a good opportunity to use the bathroom. It will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to get to Manuel Antonio from this point.

Stop 3

We will take a walk in the rain forest along a natural path of the national park until we reach the beach, where you can take a bath, or take a tour of the trails, which will allow us to observe the abundant flora and fauna, in particular several species. of monkeys, raccoons, iguanas, birds, and sloths. If you decide to hike to Punta Catedral, don't forget your camera, the view from there is spectacular. After having enjoyed the national park we will walk back to the restaurant where a delicious lunch awaits us before taking the road back to the city.

Stop 4

Once the tour and lunch are finished, we will go to the city of Manuel Antonio where it will take approximately 3 hours to reach your destination. Travel hours are approximate. Check with your driver or guide what is the estimated time.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

We will send the times via WhatsApp the day before your departure. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number that can receive messages. If you do not provide a valid number, we will notify you by email or through Viator.

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End Point

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Good to Know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This option includes your entrance to the National Park. Please send or attach to your reservation at least 24 hours in advance the full names and passport numbers to add it to your ticket, otherwise we will not guarantee your entry.
If you were not able to secure a ticket, the booking will be cancelled and refunded..