Top Quepos Day Trips

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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.

Embark on a nature-filled adventure through the Costa Rican rainforest, perfect for families and outdoor lovers. This tour combines scenic driving with short, easy hikes leading to beautiful waterfalls ideal for swimming, sliding, and safe cliff jumping. Tour Highlights 1. Río Savegre Enjoy a scenic drive along one of Costa Rica’s cleanest rivers. 2. Portasol Waterfall Cliff jumps: 10 ft, 6 ft, 2 ft Surrounded by lush jungle and unique rock formations, this waterfall offers fun and safe jumps for all ages. 3. Poza Azul Waterfall – Snack Time Tarzan swing: 9 ft • Cliff jump: 6 ft A peaceful hidden spot perfect for swimming and swinging into refreshing water. We’ll enjoy a fresh local fruit snack afterward. 4. Cascada Verde Cliff jumps: 9 ft, 2 ft • Natural water slide: 12 ft A beautiful area featuring swimming holes, cliff jumps, and a natural water slide. 5. Traditional Costa Rican Lunch

Discover the mangroves of Isla Damas, near Manuel Antonio, on a boat safari to observe white-faced monkeys, birds, and reptiles in their natural habitat. The tour combines the tranquility of the canals with the excitement of spotting wildlife among the vegetation. The experience of the local guides helps to identify animals and know this ecosystem. Enjoy opportunities to take photographs without touching or feeding the animals. Sightings vary according to natural conditions.

● An authentic experience in the mountains of Costa Rica. ●Community rural tourism. ● Personalized attention and small groups. ●Typical cuisine prepared in a traditional way. ●The opportunity to plant a tree and contribute to the environment. ●Walk surrounded by nature. ●A sustainable and family experience. ●The warmth and hospitality of a Costa Rican family. ●A quiet place, away from large tourist agglomerations. ●The perfect combination of adventure, culture and nature.

Access one of the more remote portions of the Savegre River on this 7-hour whitewater rafting tour from the Manuel Antonio area. Ride a 4x4 into the wilderness, and then head off down the river with highly-trained guides who guarantee that your trip is as exhilarating as it is safe. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, as well as lunch.

If your goal is to see the resplendent quetzal, this birding tour of the Costa Rica highlands is a must-do. Journey from the Quepos area to Los Quetzales National Park early in the morning for your best chances of seeing the beautiful birds. As you enjoy a leisurely hike through the park, you'll also have the opportunity to spot hummingbirds, flycatchers, woodpeckers, haws, wrens, tanagers, and more.

Get your adrenaline pumping during this adventure tour in the Naranjo Biological Corridor of Costa Rica. Soar through the treetops on a zip line, come face to face with local wildlife like white-faced monkeys and tropical birds, and traverse an obstacle course with a series of platforms, suspension bridges, a Tarzan swing, and a rappel. End the tour with a delicious Costa Rican meal and traditional snacks.

Witness all types of birds with this private birdwatching tour to San Gerardo De Dota from Manuel Antonio. With your private licensed tour guide you’ll wander through private forest in search of native birds, including hummingbirds and woodpeckers, but most importantly the resplendent quetzal. Between stints of birdwatching, you’ll enjoy breaks for breakfast and lunch, provided by your guide. Binoculars are recommended, but are not provided.

Find everything you need in our all-inclusive tour, in the region of Esquipulas we can find iconic birds of the site, such as the king vulture and hummingbirds such as the tufted coquette and Purple-crowned Fairy, as well as different species of trogons and toucans. Due to operational costs, a minimum of two individuals is required for booking our services.

Discover one of Costa Rica’s best kept secrets: the Eco Chontales waterfall. Take a scenic drive along the coastline, admiring the landscape and preparing for your adventure. You’ll hike to the river where you’ll find the 150-foot waterfall. Learn about the different features as you and your guide hike to swimming holes. The unique features created by the waterfall allow you to waterslide and even leap into the water from rocks.

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting on the Naranjo River on this easy private trip from the Manuel Antonio area. Relax on the drive to the jungle-surrounded river, then board your raft with a guide. Paddle through class IV-V rapids, tackling the drops and runs of a narrow canyon. Included equipment, snacks, return hotel transfers, instruction, and a choice of departure times make everything hassle-free.

A guided tour enriches your experience in Manuel Antonio National Park by providing information about the park’s plant and animal life and expert navigation between the park and your regional hotel. Plus, this tour offers a stress-free way to visit one of Costa Rica’s must-see destinations in just one day.

Experience Costa Rica’s natural beauty on a full-day waterfall and beach adventure with Chasing Adventures Costa Rica, a locally owned company founded by two brothers with over 22 years of guiding experience. Explore Portalón Waterfall, Pozo Azul, and Cascada Verde in Uvita. Swim in refreshing natural pools, discover lush tropical surroundings, and enjoy natural waterslides, with activities adapted to the day’s conditions and your comfort level. Visit Playa Hermosa in Uvita to enjoy the Pacific scenery and savor a traditional Costa Rican lunch along the way. Transportation, snacks, and experienced local guides are included. Your personal attention, local knowledge, and commitment to safety make this more than a sightseeing tour: it’s a chance to connect with Costa Rica through adventure, nature, and genuine local hospitality.

Combine two great experiences into one with this convenient small-group tour of the Manuel Antonio area. Begin the trip by visiting a cacao plantation to learn about the process of making chocolate, as well as its place in Costa Rica’s culture. Once night falls, it’s time for a walking tour in the jungle to try and spot various wildlife, such as tree frogs, snakes, and other nocturnal creatures.

deal for travelers short on time, this full-day tour visits both Manuel Antonio National Park and a chocolate plantation in one day from Quepos—and has the added bonus of including a break for lunch (own expense) or beach time in between. Check out wildlife and resident sloths at the national park in the morning, take a scheduled break, and learn all about the process of transforming cacao beans to chocolate in the afternoon.

This tour is so special because, besides the unique place, it is guided by some of the most charming and knowledgable guides.