Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tour with Entry Ticket & Beach Access
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Explore Manuel Antonio National Park with a bilingual naturalist while spotting sloths, monkeys, and colorful birds hidden in the rainforest.
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With your park entry ticket included, join your guide for a walk through established rainforest trails inside Manuel Antonio National Park.
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Use a high-definition spotting scope as your guide points out wildlife like reptiles, insects, butterflies, and other species you may miss on your own.
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Get help capturing close-up wildlife photos, learn about the park’s ecosystem, then enjoy free time at Manuel Antonio Beach.
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Entry to Manuel Antonio National Park
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Expert bilingual naturalist guide
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Guided walk through rainforest trails
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High-definition spotting scope for wildlife viewing
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Assistance capturing close-up wildlife photos through the spotting scope
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Wildlife spotting and interpretation
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Free time at Manuel Antonio Beach
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Transportation to and from the meeting point
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Food and drinks
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Sunscreen and insect repellent
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Beach equipment
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Professional photography services
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Tips
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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5326720What our guests say
Aug 20265/5Stephanie was a fantastic guide. The tour didn’t feel rushed at all—in fact, it went closer to three hours. She was super enthusiastic (it rubbed off on us), spoke perfect English, and was very mindful about safety, which we noticed some other guides weren’t. We got to see loads: mammals, birds, and a surprising amount of insects (still don’t know how Stephanie managed to spot some of them!). Our small group made everything easy. She also showed us how to use the scope for awesome phone photos, which helped a lot. Parking was included and felt totally safe and organized—you just leave them your keys. Bonus: you can pay for parking by card if you forget cash. Would recommend Stephanie if you can book her!Sep 20265/5We picked the small group option (5-7 people), which was ideal for getting all the explanations and having entry included. The price was similar to what the park charges, but we didn’t have to mess with the online booking site, which is a pain. Our guide, Luis Roberto, was super helpful and kind, and we saw so many animals with his help. Honestly, I’d say go with a pro, otherwise you’ll probably just spot monkeys. If you can, go around 7:30am—the animals are way more active then since it’s cooler, after that it gets hot and harder to see much.Sep 20265/5We had the best day out at Manuel Antonio National Park. Luis Roberto guided us and was just fantastic—he knew so much, made sure everyone understood (switching between English and Spanish easily), and kept things interesting the whole way. We got to see monkeys, sloths, tons of reptiles and insects, even caught some great crab shots. All the animal sightings he promised really happened! His ability to spot wildlife is unreal. Thanks Luis Roberto for the tour and the awesome photos to remember it!Sep 20265/5Took this tour and would totally suggest it. Luis Roberto, our guide, really knew all about the different animals and could find them just by some sound in the bushes. His explanations were clear, too. Ticket for the park is included, and I thought the price was totally fair. Two hours for the guided walk felt just right, then you can explore solo if you want. Since it was the off season, barely anyone was around, which I loved—it wasn’t crowded at all. The beaches in the park are beautiful too!Aug 20265/5Had a really engaging tour. Our guide, Juan Roberto, started off telling us we’d see plenty of animals and he delivered on that—spotted way more wildlife than I expected. Got loads of info about both the creatures around us and some background on the park itself. The last part of the walk led to an awesome lookout over the peninsula, which was a highlight. Definitely think it’s worth checking out.
Explore Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided wildlife walk with an entry ticket, naturalist guide, and beach time included.
Getting started
Meet your bilingual naturalist guide before entering Manuel Antonio National Park with your included ticket. Begin your guided walk through the rainforest trails as your guide introduces you to the park’s wildlife and ecosystem.
What to expect
Rainforest trails
Walk along the park's rainforest paths as your bilingual naturalist guide helps you look for wildlife and understand the ecosystem around you. Moving slowly through the forest, you pause so the guide can point out animals, plants, and behaviors that are easy to miss on your own.
Features
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Follow established rainforest trails to observe local flora and fauna in their natural habitat at a comfortable walking pace.
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Use a high-definition spotting scope set up by your guide to get a closer look at wildlife perched high in the canopy or hidden in the foliage.
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Benefit from wildlife spotting and interpretation as your bilingual naturalist guide explains what you are seeing and answers your questions along the way.
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Receive assistance capturing close-up wildlife photos through the spotting scope, so you can take home clear images without needing professional gear.
Manuel Antonio Beach
After your guided walk, you arrive at Manuel Antonio Beach inside the park, where the rainforest meets the shoreline. This is your chance to switch from wildlife watching to unwinding by the water.
Features
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Spend free time at Manuel Antonio Beach to relax on the sand or enjoy the coastal scenery at your own pace.
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Use this flexible portion of the experience to do as you like, as no structured activities, food, or beach equipment are provided during this part of the visit.
Wrapping up
Your guided portion finishes at the beach, after which you are free to continue exploring the park or relax by the water before leaving the park at your own pace.
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What to bring
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Booking confirmation: Bring your booking confirmation for entry verification.
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Sun protection: Carry sunscreen as you will spend time outdoors.
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Insect repellent: Bring insect repellent for rainforest trails.
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Water and snacks: Carry water and personal refreshments as food and drinks are not included.
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Beach items: Bring any beach equipment you plan to use, as it is not provided.
Additional information
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Guided walk: Explore rainforest trails with a bilingual naturalist guide who helps spot and understand wildlife.
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Photography support: Use the spotting scope to capture closer views of wildlife.
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Beach time: Relax at Manuel Antonio Beach after the guided portion of the tour.
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Guide language: The naturalist guide provides bilingual commentary.
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Transport note: Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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