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michellehA6022RW, Oct 2026
Great tour with many animal sightings.
We had a great tour with Luis Roberto as our guide. We saw many animals within the first few meters. With so many exciting animals, we would have liked a bit more information. Our guide was very open and communicative and ensured a relaxed atmosphere.
Michael_B, Oct 2026
That was a blast and a great experience - we would book this tour exactly the same way again!
That was a blast and a great experience - for us a highlight of our fourth time rafting. Greatly organized, very nice, good-humored and confident guides, with whom we felt safe and with whom it was really fun. In addition, there were fruit snacks and a delicious lunch. A photo service was also offered at a fair price (definitely book it!). Full marks from us, we would book the tour exactly the same way again!
Margaret_K, Oct 2026
An Unforgettable Night Hike with an Amazing Guide!
We had the best time on this nighttime hike! Our guide, Eric, was absolutely awesome, knowledgeable, fun, and great at spotting wildlife. We saw so many different types of frogs, spiders, and 7 types of snakes, including an eyelash viper! This was such a memorable experience, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Costa Rica!
Karen_V, Sept 2026
We did this for our...
We did this for our honeymoon. I can’t express how amazing this tour was. Christian our tour guide was excellent and never lead on how many things we were going to see. At each waterfall we thought that was it but it just kept getting better! He made sure we all got great pictures and he took some incredible videos for us without even having to ask. Although it’s not very steep there are some really cool but technical spots and it can be quite slippery so making sure you have sturdy hiking boots and wayerproof everything (because it will get wet) is necessary.
Sharen_Z, Sept 2026
My husband and I had a...
My husband and I had a fantastic time with the Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour! From the beginning, the communication was clear and helpful, which made everything easy and stress free.
The zip-lining experience was so much fun, and the staff was amazing friendly, organized, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The included meal was also delicious and filling, which was definitely a nice bonus after all the adventure!
Overall, this was a great experience from start to finish. We would absolutely recommend the Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour to anyone looking for some adventure while visiting Costa Rica. 10/10 experience!
Summer_J, Sept 2026
Best Excursion in La Fortuna!
Best excursion in La Fortuna! The rapids were so fun and Class II/III was more than enough action for us. We had a great time with our guide Kevin A, who taught us a lot about the local vegetation as well and kept us safe on the river. Thanks for a great time!
katjasW1571AK, Aug 2026
Great adventure in the jungle
Great experience. Super nice guides. We (family with 4 children) felt very comfortable and safe. A lot of consideration was shown for our youngest (9)!
The place where it starts is super peaceful and we got a super delicious home-cooked meal at the end! There are cute animals at the restaurant.
Basak_B, Aug 2026
The guide makes the difference
It was beyond my expectations. We were able to see a Quetzal thanks to our guide’s experience and knowledge. Eleir (i hope I spell his name correctly ) was very eager to help. He, as a local dweller of the environment, is both a guide and a expert who loves his job. I am glad we had this tour with him. We really enjoyed this two and half hour in the forest. I loved the pace of the tour. Everything was all right. Many Thanks
Kelly_F, Aug 2026
Our guide, Anderson, was...
Our guide, Anderson, was very knowledgeable, polite, and very patient and helpful. We had an issue with the park tickets and he helped us get logged in to take care of things. He identified a number of animals and plants and also helped with taking photos of them.
Kafi_W, Aug 2026
Amazing chocolate tour
Amazing tour filled with lots of eating and knowledge. Brian is amazing, so funny and informative. The tour takes you round the farm, showing every process with constant fruit being served! Also get coffee, hot chocolate and rum at the end! Highly recommend!
Jamie_N, Jul 2026
Morning Tour
This boat ride was comfortable and accommodating. Rode along the coast and even got to see a mother Humpback whale and her baby. Snorkeling was a bit packed but was able to see about 5 different types of fish. The slide and jumping off the deck was awesome. Food was great. We all loved it.
Juelis_M, Jul 2026
I visited during the...
I visited during the rainy season, which made for a cool, refreshing hike—especially during the uphill sections. There were friendly attendants stationed at each of the hanging bridges who were incredibly helpful and even offered to take photos for me.
Although I didn’t see many animals (mostly the tiny red poison dart frogs), the stunning landscapes and peaceful atmosphere more than made up for it. Overall, it was a relaxing and rejuvenating experience that I’d definitely recommend for anyone looking to enjoy Costa Rica’s natural beauty.
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