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Mangrove & Gandoca Lagoon

Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore more of Costa Rica’s biodiversity on a boat tour of Gandoca Lagoon. Sail peacefully through the mangrove forests, looking out for birds and animals including monkeys, raccoons, iguanas, otters, and even endangered manatees if you’re lucky. This is a must-do tour for travelers interested in wildlife and Costa Rica’s diverse ecosystems.
  • Snacks and refreshments including coffee or tea
  • See Costa Rican rural life in Gandoca village
  • This half-day tour can fit alongside other activities
  • Hotel pickup included for convenience

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Coffee and/or Tea
    Snack, natural drinks

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

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    Pickup details

    The rate does not include transportation but we can organize at an additional cost. We pick up at hotels in the area.

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    Meeting point

    • La Pura Vida - Albergue & Tourism Info
      Escuela de Gandoca, Limón, Changuinola, Gandoca, Costa Rica

      Driving your own car. Take route to Sixaola, before the border, take the turnoff to the left towards Playa Gandoca10 km, 75 mtrs from before the beach on the left you will find a soda, here you will find the guide. Check the address well because it can be confused with Manzanillo beach.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 02/16/2020 - 08/29/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    What To Expect

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    Playa Gandoca

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 6 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Member Pricing
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    $61.75

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    Was $65.00(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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