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Complete
your stay at Manuel Antonio with one of the following excursions:
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day of Horseback Riding in the Rain Forest:
Enjoy a half day of horseback riding in the scenic
countryside of Quepos, full of traditional crops and
cattle ranches. Do not forget your swimsuit to take
a dip in the pool of a beautiful waterfall along the
road. For the birdwatchers, we recommend taking the
horseback ride during the afternoon. Snacks and lunch
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| Nauyaca
Waterfalls:
Two hours by car from Quepos, you arrive to the entrance
of the trail where your breakfast awaits. After breakfast
a 45 minute walk takes you to the waterfall where
you will be able to enjoy the clear waters and take
photographs. After a swim, relish a delicious lunch. |
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| In
search of Dolphins:
Take a boat ride and be marveled by the mysterious
islands which form part of this national park and
where numerous species of shorebirds and their young
are to be found. Count the variety of dolphins and
whales which proliferate behind the islands while
learning interesting facts about the national park
and the Quepos Indians. |
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 Kayaking
the Damas Island Estuary:
Paddle the smooth protected inland waterways and explore
the unique ecosystem of an island mangrove. Abundant
with wildlife, the Damas area also offers a swimming
beach and a great seafood restaurant for lunch.
Departure Depends on tides. It is normally during
the morning
Duration Depends on tides. Normally 5 hours
Frequency Daily, but depends on the tides
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition,
suitable for children.
Recommended River sandals, bathing suit, sun protection,
t-shirt and hat.
Includes transportation, tour guide and lunch. |
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 Manuel
Antonio National Park:
Manuel Antonio National Park is deservedly the most
popular park in Costa Rica with beautiful white sand
beaches surrounded by emerald waters and jungle. Our
naturalist guides will explain the history and geography
of the area as well as help you get the most of your
visit, pointing out sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and
a multitude of insects and birds during this very
informative three hour walk.
Departures 7:30am
Duration 5 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended Comfortable hiking shoes, bathing suit
and camera.
Includes Transportation, tour guide and entrance fee |
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Carara
National Park :
This 4700-hectare reserve is the northern most tropical
wet forest on the Pacific Coast and is accessible
within a 90 minute drive from Quepos. Surrounded by
agricultural land, it forms an oasis for wildlife
from a large surrounding area. This tour offers a
two and a half hour hike with a naturalist guide through
the richly biodiversity reserve as well as a chance
to see the sweeping rice fields, African palm plantations
and local cattle ranching. In addition to the wildlife
inside the reserve, large crocodiles can often be
spotted in the Rio Tarcoles adjacent to the Park.
Departure 7am
Duration 6 hours
Frequency Daily
Participant Requirements Good physical condition,
suitable for children
Recommended Comfortable walking shoes, mosquito repellent,
hat, camera and binoculars.
Includes transportation, tour guide and entrance fee. |
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Manuel
Antonio coastal paddle :
This is a more challenging open ocean paddle along
the rugged coastline from Quepos to the Manuel Antonio
National Park. Paddle by islands that are nesting
sites for unique coastal birdlife including boobies
and frigatebirds, visit the secluded Biesanz Bay and
surf kayak at Espadilla beach. A 'Tico' style lunch
is hosted at the end of the tour, near the entrance
to the national park.
Departures 8:00am 1:00pm
Duration 4 hours
Frequency Daily
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition,
suitable for children.
Recommended River sandals, bathing suit, sun protection,
t-shirt and hat.
Includes transportation and tour guide. |
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 Rafting
the Rapids on the Savegre River:
This full-day adventure kicks off with a 4-wheel drive
trip into the remote valley that is home to the Rio
Savegre. Perfect for all experience levels, the river
offers an exciting  selection
of class II, III, and IV rapids as well as pristine
waterfalls, swimming holes, and a remarkable variety
of birds including egrets, toucans, osprey, parrots,
kingfishers and cormorants. A "Tico" style
lunch is hosted at the local small village.
Departures 7:00am
Duration 12 hours
Frequency Daily
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition,
must be over 10 years.
Recommended River sandals or water shoes, a bathing
suit, sun protection, t-shirt and hat.
Includes transportation, tour guide and lunch |
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Rafting
the rapids on the Naranjo River:
A class III/IV half day challenge for more experienced
paddlers, this river drops steeply from the mountains
above Quepos, through a beautiful jungle gorge and
takes you on a wild ride to sea level by farmlands
and palm plantations. Water levels can rise quickly,
increasing the difficulty of the rapids, so rafters
should be physically fit and adventurous. Fruit snacks
are provided during the adventure.
Departures 8:00am and 1:30pm
Duration 5 hours
Frequency Daily
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition,
must be over 12 years.
Recommended River sandals or water shoes, a bathing
suit, sun protection, t-shirt and hat.
Includes transportation and tour guide. |
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| Carara
Biological Reserve:
One hour from Quepos, includes a two hour hike on
trails where you will appreciate the flora and fauna
of the reserve. Ideal for those who arrived in Quepos
by airplane and did not have the opportunity to see
the beauties along the road from San José to
Quepos. Entrance fee, snacks and lunch included. |
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| Outrigger
Canoeing:
Pristine Beaches and calm seas await you on the Rafting
the Ocean experience. You will paddle next to spectacular
cliffs, in a guided 40-foot long outrigger canoe with
8 paddlers plus a guide in each canoe, to a secluded
beach. Maybe even take a dip in the deep blue sea along
the way. The warm waters of the Pacific are home to
a large variety of tropical fish that are looking forward
to swimming with you as you snorkel and explore the
underwater world with your guide. Relax on the beach,
as lunch is prepared, surfside. Optional hikes make
this a great day for everyone, before paddling back
to the starting point where you can shower, change and
enjoy refreshments before your return to San Jose. Snorkeling
only when conditions permit. Minimum 6 persons from
San Jose. Minimum 4 persons from Jaco Beach. It can
be locally consolidated. Minimum of age, 4 years old.
Included: comfortable round-trip transportation from
local hotels. Morning snack and picnic style lunch are
provided. Top of the line paddling equipment is used.
Professional and bilingual guides will ensure the safety
enjoyment during the trip. |
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