Wildlife and Mangrove Kayaking Tour Río Ora

Recommended by 95% of travelers

Sámara, Costa Rica

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the waters and mangroves in the Samara Beach area on this guided kayaking tour. Paddle along the Ora River through mangrove tunnels, heading toward Camaronal Beach. Be on the lookout for native birds along the way. At the beach, enjoy refreshments including juices and beer while you learn more about the area's ecosystem.

Receive instructions for kayaking from your guide
Tour start times vary, depending on high tide
Fresh fruit and beverages are provided
Hotel pickup and drop-off is included

What's Included

All necessary kayak equipment
Bottled water
Beer
Snacks (fresh fruit)
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Pictures, if weather conditions are appropriate

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Hotels in the Samara–Playa Carrillo area

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

02/01/2019 - 05/11/2027
Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

What To Expect

Samara Beach

Camaronal Beach

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible

Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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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Reviews

4.8

based on 20 reviews

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A lovely way to spend the morning.

Natalie_W, Mar 2026

A very easy paddle down the River and back up. I had my 8 year old with me who took a lot of “breaks” and I was still able to paddle both of us. Lol!

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Abby_R, Feb 2026

Traveling with partner and friends we decided to book this kayaking trip. It was great! Our guide, Christopher was the best! He educated us on many aspects of the mangroves. The time of day was perfect to see lots of beautiful birds. Highly recommend!!

Beautiful and informative

Mathias_K, Feb 2021

Due to summer season on some points there was not a lot water so we had to walk through the water at some points. But it was great, the guide had a lot to tell about wildlife and the birds in this area. Very nice Kayak tour!

Wildelife und Mangrove Kajaking Tour Rio Ora

Marco_R, Jan 2025

Sehr kurze Tour. Verpflegung leider nicht am Beach wegen Flut. Mangroven Fahrt war nicht möglich wegen zu wenig Wasser. Das versprochene Bier gab es nicht, stattdessen Fruchtsaft 🤔.

Toller Guide und viel Spass auf dem Rio Ora

Mona_H, Nov 2021

Der Ausflug hat uns sehr gefallen. Alles war sehr gut organisiert und die Kajaks waren in einem gutem Zustand. Wir erhielten zuerst eine Einführung und Schwimmwesten. Unser Guide wusste sehr viel über die Flora und Fauna zu erzählen und sah viele Vögel die unseren Augen vorerst verborgen blieben. Sein Wissen war riesig und daher war unser Ausflug entsprechend lehrreich. "Leider" haben wir hauptsächlich "nur" viele verschiedene kleinere und grössere Vögel gesehen und wenige Echsen. Die Affen bspw. wollten sich an diesem Tag nicht zeigen, dafür kann das Unternehmen jedoch nichts ;-) Uns hat es Spass gemacht und daher empfehlen wir die Kajak Tour weiter. Pura Vida Mona und Co.

Response from Host, Mar 2022

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