Top Quepos Outdoor Activities

See what life is like outside of the city on this horseback riding tour through the countryside. Alongside a guide, ride a well-trained horse through small towns and forested land en route to a tucked-away waterfall, followed by a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Manuel Antonio Beach is one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches, but it’s also one of its most crowded. See the area without having to battle with loads of people on land during this Manuel Antonio Beach Parasailing from Quepos. Parasail from a boat by yourself, with another person, or with two other people. Plus, you’ll get to choose between two duration times, depending on how long you’d like to be in the air.

The Mangrove Forest is one of the most vital and outstanding ecosystems in the world. Covering thousands of acres of protected forest, this amazing environment is home to a large number of birds, reptiles, mammals and insects. Approximately 70% of its wildlife is nocturnal, a fact that has made the Night Mangrove Tour one of our most fascinating adventures. Our professional team will take you on a unique exploration of the mangroves in search of crocodiles, turtles, boas, lizards, bats, birds, crabs, raccoons, anteaters, and more. You will be safely transported through the mangrove channels on our fully equipped boat (there will be no walking on this tour). Discover and enjoy some of the most amazing wonders and secrets of this incredible ecosystem.

Enjoy a deeper and richer experience of Manuel Antonio National Park than would be possible by visiting alone with the help of a guide. This tour lets you discover the park's remarkable biodiversity, as your guide's practised eyes find even the best-camouflaged creatures. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, like monkeys, tropical birds, and more.

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.

Heighten your chances of spotting some of Costa Rica’s rarest wildlife on a wildlife watching tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. Receive personalized attention in a small group, as you explore the biologically rich jungle and look out for animals such as sloths, monkeys, lizards, snakes, and much more. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

The golden sands and consistent waves of Espadilla Norte Beach make it a popular destination for surfers in the Manuel Antonio National Park. With this tour, hone your surf skills or learn to catch your first wave with a surf lesson to suit your level. Learn beginner basics and pro tips from your surf instructors, then hit the waves to practice for as long as you like.

Set off on horseback through the mountains and trails around beautiful Manuel Antonio on this full-day, guided tour with lunch included. After a safety briefing and riding instructions, hop on your horse and follow your guide into the mountains to an altitude of 1,900-feet (600-meters) taking in amazing views, wildlife, and vegetation along the way. Enjoy a swimming break on the way down and a local lunch at the ranch.

Take an adventure through nature on this full-day, guided, horseback riding tour. Learn the history of Manuel Antonio and get up close and personal with tropical plants and wildlife as you ride through the Tocori Private Ecological Reserve. Stop for a dip in a natural pool fed by the waterfalls of Quebrada Arroyo, visit a botanical garden and eat Costa Rican casado back at the ranch.

This group tour near Manuel Antonio takes you into the jungle for a yoga and hiking excursion, followed by lunch and even learning to make corn tortillas. You’ll start with a hotel pickup to keep things running smoothly, then your guide will organize yoga, a hike, a waterfall visit, and a well-earned lunch in a local’s home.

Feel the rush of the rapids on the Naranjo River on this full-day, guided, white-water rafting tour with stop in historic Quepos included. Ride the challenging waves through the jungle, past mountains, near plantations and in view of farmlands tackling the waters as team. Take a break at the halfway point to refuel, relax and enjoy the view before finishing the course and floating into shore on calm waters.

Avoid crowds on this guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. We will pick you up from your accommodation and take you into the park, pausing on our hike for many opportunities to take photos of the monkeys, birds, and other creatures. Learn all about these animals from our bilingual tour guide.

Get a new perspective on the Costa Rican coastline from the back of an all-inclusive catamaran, visit islands you might otherwise have overlooked, and enjoy time to snorkel during this half-day excursion. Soak up the sights as you make the most of free alcoholic beverages, snacks, and fresh fruit, relax on the tanning meshes, or take a dip in the Jacuzzi.

Touring the Manuel Antonio National Park with a guide means you’ll see and hear things that it’s easy to overlook when visiting independently. On this two-hour small-group tour your guide will look out for slow-moving sloth, bright green frogs, tropical birds, and more. See for yourself with the provided telescope. Learn all about Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity and even spend some relaxing time on the beach.

Los Campesinos Reserve is a beautiful part of Costa Rica, but can be tricky to get to on your own. This small-group tour from the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area, however, promises a hassle-free experience. Get picked up from your hotel and enjoy a smooth journey to Los Campesinos where your guide will take you on a hike and introduce you to the many plants and animals that you'll see. Afterward, cool off with a waterfall swim and enjoy a delicious included lunch.

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.

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.

Costa Rica’s lush jungles have long been a notable area to grow cash crops such as coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane. During this small-group experience, visit a plantation in Manuel Antonio and learn how these three crops are produced. Take a guided tour of a plantation, traditional sugar cane mill, and medicinal plants garden, and see how some of your favorite treats are made. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

See the natural beauty of the jungle after dark, without getting lost, on this small-group guided tour of Rainmaker Park. Your naturalist guide takes you into the jungle to learn about the local ecosystem and spot animals that you won't find during the day, such as lizards, spiders, owls, and colorful tropical frogs.

Head out into the jungle of Costa Rica for a morning of soaking in natural thermal hots springs with this tour. There are five hot springs pools in total, with natural clay deposits by the water so that you can give yourself a makeshift face mask. After your soak, you'll sit down to an included Costa Rican lunch before returning to your hotel.

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.

Manuel Antonio may best known for its beautiful beaches, but another world comes alive in its jungles at night. Get an up-close look at nocturnal creatures like spiders, frogs, snakes, and bats on a private night hike through a nature reserve. A certified naturalist guide knows just where to find these creepy crawlers and ensures the safety of your group on this educational adventure.

If simply looking at waterfalls from afar is too tame for you, join this half-day guided tour to Nauyaca Waterfall. Your friendly guides will show you how and where to climb the waterfall safely, and where to jump from for a refreshing swim. Make new friends on a small-group tour, and learn about the biodiversity of this beautiful area.

Make the most of your time in Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park with a fun and informative small-group guided tour. Your guide will help you spot birds, animals, and plants that you might miss if walking around by yourself. See monkeys, sloths, and other wildlife during the 2.5-hour walk. The tour ends at a beach, so you can relax and cool off with a swim, if you like.