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From San José: Carara National Park and Tárcoles River Tour

San José · Central Valley & San José

From San José: Carara National Park and Tárcoles River Tour

5.0from 53 traveler ratingsup to 12h

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About this experience

Our company focuses on going beyond what first meets the eye, this means that we'll guide you through the jungle with a naturalist spirit, full of curiosity and wonder. We have designed this experience to go deep into the tropical forest and also have a dose of relaxing but exciting time while jumping on a boat ride that will leave you amazed by the biodiversity and richness of a mostly overlooked destination. We carefully design every stop in order to support local families and businesses to get you closer to the costarican culture and to let our Pura Vida lifestyle embrace you. • The only birdwatching and wildlife One Day Tour to Carara National Park • Walk the trails of the most important forest in the Central Pacific side-by-side with our biologists • Embark with us on a boat journey • A percentage of the earnings goes to Funga Conservation, a non-profit foundation. • Small-group tour with a maximum of 4 people ensures an intimate experience

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 127 listed locations, including:

  • Hotel Portal Colonial
  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
  • Aparthotel Casa Reflejos
  • Ananta Wellness & Retreat
  • Eco Hotel Puerto Urbano
  • Hotel Terrazas Boutique
  • +121 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Where

Carara National Park

What you'll do

  1. Unveil the complex ecology of the flora and fauna at the Rainforest of Carara National Park. We will hike through the National Park Trails ranging from secondary forest to primary and old-growth forest. The canopy will reach more than 40m high with huge wild-cashew trees and figs watching us from above. This worldwide acclaimed destination for birdwatchers is also full of other vertebrates like mammals (monkeys, agoutis, deers...), amphibians, reptiles, and a myriad of invertebrates dwelling on the forest litter. You will be in the shoes of an XVIII century naturalist, asking yourself important questions about nature, ecology and contemplating in-depth the magic of the tropics.

    2h hereAdmission included

  2. Tarcoles river is regarded as the most polluted River basin in Central America, one recognition that we costaricans feel very ashamed of. However, we will navigate the Tarcoles river mouth into a mangrove forest where the wetlands will show us all their biodiversity and hopefully start changing the fate of this wonderful place. Bring your binoculars because we will spot dozens of amazing birds, crocodiles, and other types of lizards on this relaxing but exciting experience with local boatmen.

    2h hereAdmission included

  3. We will finish our day with a tropical beachfront landscape. We'll listen to the sound of waves calming our spirit and of course, dip our feet into the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

    1h here

What's included

Included

  • Crocodile and Bird-watching Boat Tour through Tarcoles River
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Certified guide or Biologist
  • Small group tour
2 more included
  • Binocular or telescope for birdwatching
  • Carara National Park entrance fee

Not included

  • Lunch

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Easy physical level
  • Public transport nearby

Guided in en, es.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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