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.