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Make the most of limited time in Costa Rica with a guided half-day nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park. Don’t waste time wondering what to see next; instead, head straight to the park’s highlights in the company of a naturalist guide and benefit from their animal spotting expertise and spotting scope to see creatures you might otherwise have missed.

Costa Rica is an outdoor lover’s paradise, filled with hiking trails and gorgeous scenery. Spend your day swimming and soaking up the sun on this family-friendly, full-day nature tour. Stop at several waterfalls, each with its own swimming hole, and slide down the natural rock slides for maximum fun. Then head to a secluded beach and enjoy time swimming in the Pacific Ocean or simply relaxing on the sand.

Explore one of the most important mangrove ecosystems in Costa Rica on this fun kayak tour. Just offshore from the popular Manuel Antonio National Park are thousands of acres of protected forest, home to all kinds of birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects. Your naturalist guide will tell you about the area’s biodiversity while you paddle peacefully in the shade of the mangroves.

Cruise along one of Costa Rica’s most scenic coastlines on a sailing and snorkeling tour of Manuel Antonio. Relax on deck and sip unlimited drinks from an open bar as you get a new perspective on the unspoiled nature preserve and try to spot dolphins, turtles, and migrating whales. Stop to swim and snorkel among tropical fish in the clear waters off Biesanz Beach, and then reward your efforts with a gourmet lunch prepared right on board.

The lush mangroves of the Damas Island Estuary are renowned for their unique ecosystem and incredible diversity of wildlife. On this tour, take to the water and paddle along the scenic waterways by kayak, as you learn about the natural landscapes and local conservation efforts. Look out for wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and iguanas, and perhaps spot crocodiles and turtles along the way.

Explore Manuel Antonio by night and see creatures that hide away during the day on an evening hike revealing a different side to the biodiverse area. Explore at a relaxed pace in a small group with a guide who increases your chances of spotting nocturnal critters such as frogs, snakes, scorpions, lizards, and tarantulas.

Active, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy this combo day tour that includes two fun adventure sports. Start the day with some gentle paddle boarding in the calm waters of Manuel Antonio’s Maracas Bay, taking in the coastal views. After, head south to a series of hidden waterfalls that you might not find independently. Swim, slide, and jump into the waterfalls and plunge pools, or just find a sunny spot to relax.

More than just a fun white-water rafting trip, this tour on the Savegre River includes a fully-narrated drive to the put-in location for an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. Plus, in the middle of running Class II and III rapids with a guide, you stop to visit tucked-away waterfall—chances are you'll be the only people there.

Challenge yourself with an exciting half-day adventure on the Naranjo River with this small-group excursion that is designed for more experienced paddlers. Tackle class III/IV rapids as you ride along the wild river as it makes a steep drop from mountain to sea level and through the Naranjo canyon.

Hike the trails of the Manuel Antonio National Park without the risk of getting lost when you visit with a guide. Your naturalist guide will look out for animals and birds hiding in the forest that you might miss if touring on your own. Spot sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and more and view them through your guide’s high-quality spotting scope. Both private and group tours are available.