Top Quepos Shore Excursions - page 2

Ensure you don't miss any of the major sights at Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park by opting for a guided tour. Learn about the local wildlife, including sloths, monkeys, and lizards, from a nature expert and get an up-close look thanks to gear like spotting scopes. Enjoy some free time at the end as the tour ends at the beach within the park.

Live ‘la pura vida’ with a luxurious day of sailing on a private catamaran cruise from Quepos. Sail along the shoreline of Manuel Antonio National Park, considered one of the prettiest coastlines in Costa Rica, and snorkel in the clear waters of Biesanz Bay with provided equipment. Soak up the Pacific sun on spacious decks that you’ll have all to yourself, and feast on a homemade buffet lunch. Price is per group, so bring along friends or the family for a care-free and customized day on the water.

Discover the wildlife, beaches, and jungles of one of the world’s most biodiverse parks on a day trip to Corcovado. The park’s remote location makes it difficult to visit on your own, so this tour is ideal for busy travelers who want to see the park without worrying about logistics. Plus, a boat ride into the park enables you to squeeze all the highlights into one day.

Venture beyond Quepos to the mountains located on the edge of the province where you’ll be able to access the upper section of the Naranjo River for this intense whitewater rafting experience. Paddle the river’s section known as "El Chorro" with Class IV and V rapids, plus steep drops, tight rock walls, and technical routes. This experience is only available during the dry season.

The scenic waterways and mangrove forests of the Damas Island estuary lie just a couple of hours south of Puntarenas. On this kayaking tour, paddle through the reserve without disturbing the natural ecosystems; learn about the unique coastal mangroves; and look out for wildlife such as monkeys, iguanas, and exotic birds.

Spend around 3 hours on the water at Manuel Antonio National Park, either Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP), kayaking, snorkeling, or just playing in the water. Round trip transport is available to make it easy for you, and you’ll be provided with paddle boards, life jackets, instructors, water and fresh fruit. You can also kayak in the right conditions.

The opportunity to visit a large primary forest with incredible views, lots of bird watching and beautiful unspoiled natural pools.

By joining us on this unique adventure in Costa Rica you will be part of an enriching tour led by your Certified Guide and constantly updated to give you the best of experiences. In this wonderful place we can find a great variety of bird species (+200), 4 species of monkeys, wild pigs, tapiers, snakes, an infinite number of plants and trees that will keep us busy throughout the tour.

Go rafting on the intense ‘Chorro’ section of the Naranjo River in this half-day whitewater rafting tour from Manuel Antonio or Quepos. Experience the thrills of class IV and V rapids as your guide leads you down technical routes with steep drops, narrow canyons, and cascading waterfalls. Suitable for participants in strong physical condition, this rafting tour spends about 1.5 hours on the water, and includes breakfast and lunch.

Spend the day in the stunning natural scenery of Costa Rica on a small-group kayaking tour along the Manuel Antonio coastline. Get a closer look at marine life as you paddle in a sea kayak and a beach to enjoy a delicious snack. This excursion is suitable for new kayakers and includes lunch, snacks, equipment, and round-trip hotel transportation from select areas.

Ideal for first-time visitors, travelers who unfortunately will not be able to find an entry ticket to visit the National Park (ONLY 1,500 available tickets per day), or those with limited time arriving at Manuel Antonio in the late afternoons (Manuel Antonio National Park closes entry at 2:30 p.m.) We invite you to learn and collaborate with the local wildlife and conservation that lives in the surrounding green areas of Manuel Antonio and Quepos communities (Urban Wildlife Hotspots) As locals and experienced certified tour guides, we have organically gained a clear understanding and knowledge on where and at what specific times animals habitually eat, sleep, bask, socialize, and even mate. Our city parks, hotel grounds, parking areas, roadsides, boardwalks, seawalls, and marinas are teeming with local wildlife. These green urban areas are extremely important in maintaining the successful network of wildlife corridors, supported by a system of animal crossing bridge projects.

Take a 3 hour private birding tour at Esquipulas, a small town at the foothills of the highest mountains of Costa Rica, at one of the best spots in the world for bird watching- Manuel Antonio National Park. At 400m above sea level, you can see Trogons, Manakins, Toukans, Tanagers, and many other birds with the help of your naturalist guide.

A unique experience in which you will be able to observe, learn and photograph the incredible species of birds that inhabit the forests, gardens and plantations of the area accompanied by a certified tour guide. We will visit a beautiful family farm focused on ecotourism with gardens designed for observation and photography, it also has trails through the forest and streams that we will explore in search of species with the oz-billed hummingbird, bearded hermit manakings and warblers.

Adventure travelers will love this tour, waking up at 3am to drive 10,000 feet above elevation in search of the Quetzal with your guide, and then learning all about Costa Rican coffee in the town of Santa Maria de Dota. You’ll have a traditional gallo pinto breakfast, and another meal, or casado, later in the day. You’ll use ATX or BTX Swarovski Spotting Scopes to capture photos and videos of the beautiful birds, too, on this 14 hour day out.

Our birdwatching tour in Esquipulas offers a truly authentic and personalized experience in one of Costa Rica’s hidden gems for bird lovers. Led by a passionate local expert, you’ll explore peaceful rural roads and tropical forest edges—ideal for spotting a wide variety of species in their natural habitat. From toucans and motmots to hummingbirds and tanagers, this tour is perfect for anyone seeking a deep connection with nature, far from the crowds. With small group sizes, personalized attention, and excellent photo opportunities, it’s an unforgettable experience for birders and nature enthusiasts alike.

Interact with local wildlife in its natural habitat on this guided boat tour through the mangrove ecosystem of Damas Island. The ultra-quiet estuary boats allow you and your naturalist guides to explore the waterways without disturbing the flora and fauna. Spot families of monkeys as they search for food and learn about the tropical rainforest setting.

Secure yourself a seamless way of getting between Puerto Caldera and San Jose with this flexible private transfer service. A much more comfortable alternative to hot and crowded public transport, the private vehicle comes with bottled water, air-conditioning, and Wi-Fi access. You can also benefit from the ability to stop for bathroom, lunch, or photo breaks along the way.

Experience Costa Rica’s tropical rainforests on this half-day, guided, nature excursion through Manuel Antonio National Park. Learn about this complex ecosystem while hiking (or strolling) and listen as a naturalist guide points out animal and plant species and explains the biodiversity of this nature sanctuary.

The driver is friendly, responsible and above all very professional with customer service and a lot of experience on the roads and with tourists. The vehicles are new from 2025 and this is very comfortable for customers. This is a family company and this makes us see each client as part of the family.

Whether you’re arriving in or departing from San Jose, simplify your journey with a private airport transfer. This transfer connects San Jose Airport and the Manuel Antonio/Quepos area. Instead of lining up for taxis or squeezing into shared transfers you can enjoy the comfort of a private ride. Stop along the way for snacks, bathroom breaks, or to take photos.