The lunch was fantastic. You couldn't ask for more! I've booked a few tours and always book the food. This was delicious!










Discover Costa Rica’s wildlife on a full-day tour from San José. Explore Carara National Park, spot scarlet macaws and spider monkeys, enjoy a boat ride on Tárcoles River, and see giant American crocodiles. Perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Overview ?
Explore the lush ecosystems of Carara National Park and the Tárcoles River with an expert biologist as your guide. This full-day tour from San José offers an unforgettable experience of Costa Rica's rich biodiversity and wildlife.
Highlights ?
Be amazed by the large American crocodiles in the Tárcoles River
Admire the rainforest biodiversity of Carara National Park
Experience top birdwatching just 1.5 hours from San José
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the mangrove forest
Have a private biologist guiding your adventure
Full Description ?
Begin your journey with a scenic 1.5-hour drive from San José to Carara National Park in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Walk accessible trails guided by a knowledgeable biologist, spotting scarlet macaws, spider monkeys, poison dart frogs, and more. Next, explore the unique mangrove forests of Tárcoles River and encounter the largest American crocodiles in the Americas. Finish your tour with a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local soda diner before returning to San José. This tour is small-group, educational, and designed to immerse you in Costa Rica’s wildlife.
What’s Included ?
Small-group tour
Private biologist or naturalist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Boat ride along the mangrove forest
Lunch at a traditional diner
What to Bring ?️
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat and sunscreen
Camera or smartphone
Insect repellent
Water bottle
Why Travelers Love It ❤️
Visitors praise the knowledgeable and passionate guides, the chance to see wildlife up close, and the combination of rainforest and mangrove ecosystems. Guests highlight the personal attention from small group tours and the seamless, memorable experience.
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The lunch was fantastic. You couldn't ask for more! I've booked a few tours and always book the food. This was delicious!
With this awesome day trip we loved the local history. The team were great the tour fab and would come again cheers a lot.
The blend of adventure and relaxation on this tour was expertly crafted. One of the best I’ve ever had. We had time to experience the more thrilling parts, and still had some time to kick back. One of the best, and I would book with them again. If you’re looki…
This tour was the highlight of our vacation to this day. The food, the views and the guide were fantastic.
This tour was more than just a sightseeing trip; it was a journey of discovery. Our guide was a master storyteller, weaving together historical facts, cultural insights, and personal anecdotes to create a captivating narrative. We weren't just passively observ…























































