Enjoy
the following excursions during your stay at Playa Herradura
and Playa Jacó beaches:
Carara Biological Reserve:
Visit this impressive transitional moist to dry forest
and follow the trails to observe the variety of plants, amphibians,
reptiles and birds such as the famous scarlet macaw. Crocodiles
more than three meters long can be seen all along the Tárcoles
River.
Departures 6:00
am
Duration 5 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended comfortable shoes, light clothing, camera, sunscreen
and insect repellent.
Includes breakfast, and entrance fee to the park.
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Manuel Antonio National Park:
The natural trails in the park will take you to the interior of
the forest to observe the variety of flora and fauna, including
white-faced capuchin monkeys, raccoons, species of rodents and birds.
You will also have time to take a dip in the warm waters of the
Pacific.
Departures 7,30 am
Duration 8 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended comfortable shoes, light clothing, bathing suite, sun
lotion and camera
Includes lunch and entrance fee to the park.
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Canopy Chiclets:
The Chiclets Canopy Tour is located in Playa Hermosa, Jacó.
It is only 2 hours from San José and 45 minutes from
Manuel Antonio National Park. Using the highest quality equipment
(pulley, harnesses and climbing gear) you will glide between
platforms on the cables with breath taking views of the canopy,
forest floor and animals. Before you run into the forest, the
guides are going to teach you how the Canopy works, after this
short lesson you will learn how to operate the canopy equipment;
now you' are ready to go. The adventure begins with a 10 minute
walk through the Primary and Secondary Rain Forest. You will
have a ground view to the beach. The tour consists of 13 suspended
platforms connected with eleven steel cables and a suspended
bridge high above the forest floor, the total length is around
one thousand two hundred meters (+3500 ft). The height of the
platforms vary from 60 to 120 feet above the ground. The complete
tour lasts approximately 2 hours |
Departures Morning
and afternoon
Duration 4 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended hiking shoes, long pants, cotton shirt.
Includes Transportation, tour guide and equipment
Tortuga Island:
Visit one of the islands of white-sands most visited in the
Gulf of Nicoya. During the trip in yacht, relax enjoying some tropical
fruits, live music, and the beautiful scenery that this gulf displays.
Once on the island, you will have time to swim, canoe, play volleyball
and savor a delicious lunch.
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
Savegre Rafting :
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
Tortuga Island with Breeze Cruises:
This beautiful island is located at the southeastern tip of the
Gulf of Nicoya, in front of Curu Point. It covers 120 hectares and
reaches a height of 172 meters above sea level. Tortuga Island is
composed of Dry Tropical forest. This typically means low rainfall
levels and high temperatures and a long dry season. This forest
has a canopy that is 30 meters high and the underbrush is sparse.
Amongst the main ecosystems, the flora and fauna that is found includes
the Candle tree, Anicillo, popularly known as black pepper, the
monkey's ladder, Figg, andpink poui tree (tabebuia). It is normal
to find pacas while walking the trails as well as a great variety
of birds.
Departures Once a day,
approximately at 6:30 am. Pick up times change depending on the
hotel.
Duration 12 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended Bathing suit, suntan lotion, sunglasses, camera, rubber
sandals, and towels.
Includes round trip ground transportation from all major hotels
in San José and Jacó Beach. Ground transportation
to Herradura Bay in an air-conditioned bus with comfortable seats.
We offer pick ups from all major hotels located within the metropolitan
area and surroundings. We also offer ground transportation from
Jacó and on special days from Manuel Antonio Beach (Quepos).
Private Dock at "Herradura Bay" at Marriott Los Sueños
Hotel. Bilingual guide. Light breakfast aboard the bus. Consists
of fruit juice, ham and cheese croissant and Cinnamon roll. Welcome
cocktail. Maritime transportation aboard the Breeze Cruise. Tropical
fruits & Soft drinks. B.B.Q. lunch buffet in our private beach
area. Music. Beach activities. Beach Volleyball. Beach rackets &
Frisbees, are included in the rate.
Note Alcoholic beverages are not included on the rate, but are available
for a reasonable charge.
Tortuga island with Calypso Cruises :
The world famous "Calypso Catamaran Cruise" to Tortuga
Island was created by Calypso Tours in 1975 and has been polished
into one of Costa Rica's great experiences, combining blue water,
white sand, green mountains, superb cuisine and personal service.
Only Calypso's super yacht, the Manta Ray, built with pride in Costa
Rica, has the speed to provide an extended island cruise. Glide
past more than seven islands in the Gulf of Nicoya, spend more time
on the beach and enjoy our snorkeling excursion!
Whether you're 2 or 92, no visit to Costa Rica is complete without
a trip on the "Calypso Catamaran Cruise". The day begins
at your hotel where you will be greeted by a bilingual guide, seated
on an air-conditioned bus and served a Continental Breakfast. The
bus ride takes you from 5000 ft. to sea level, to the pacific port
of Puntarenas. This is an excellent opportunity to view the coffee,
sugar plantations, volcanic mountains and the unique Brahman cattle
that form an ever-changing panorama.
Departures Around 6:30 am
Duration 12 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended Casual clothes, bathing suit or shorts, suntan lotion,
camera, sun glasses, tight fitting hat, light weight long sleeved
shirt, rubber sandals, tennis or boat shoes. Don't forget your towels!
Includes Air-Conditioned Bus Transportation to and from San José,
Continental Breakfast, Bar-B-Que lunch served with Chilled White
Wine, Soft Drinks and Fresh Fruit, Live Music
Punta Coral Cruise with Calypso Cruises:
You will board the World Famous yacht Calypso, gleaming with varnished
hardwoods and polished brass, for the 1½ hour cruise to Punta
Coral.
Accessible only by boat, Punta Coral is the eastern-most tip of
the Peninsula of Nicoya. Located in front of the Islas Negritos
Biological Reserve (a pre-Columbian Indian burial ground), this
privately owned point of dry tropical forest has a quiet beach and
a valley filled with flowering plants on one side and interesting
rock formations and numerous caves on the other.
Spend the late morning on the easy to walk nature trails. The many
varieties of trees and interesting plants are labeled and the ocean
views are spectacular. There are numerous producing fruit trees
on the property which provide food for the wild animals native to
the area. Troops of black-faced howler monkeys, yellow naped amazon
parrots, a variety of humming birds and butterflies call this special
place "Home".
Departures Around 6:30 am
Duration 12 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended Casual clothes, bathing suit or shorts, suntan lotion,
camera, sun glasses, tight fitting hat, light weight long sleeved
shirt, rubber sandals, tennis or boat shoes. Don't forget your towels!
Includes Air-Conditioned Bus Transportation to and from San José,
Continental Breakfast, Bar-B-Que lunch served with Chilled White
Wine, Soft Drinks and Fresh Fruit, Live Music
Crocodile Safari:
At Tarcoles River, we will take boat ride with Jungle Crocodile
Safari up the Grande de Tárcoles River and into the heart
of crocodile territory. This is a 2 hours adventure tour. This is
a very interesting ride, great for birders and for taking close-up
photos of some very large reptiles. This boat ride will take around
the Carara Biological Reserve, and will give a different look of
the Reserve.
Departures Around
8:00 am. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration 5 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended comfortable shoes, light clothing, shorts, camera and
insect repellent
Includes transportation, tour guide, boat ride and entrance fee
Complete
your stay at Manuel Antonio with one of the following excursions:
Half 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 included.
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.
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
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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
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
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
biodiverse 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
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
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
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.
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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