A full day adventure combining a wildlife observation tour, navigating the forested banks and mangroves close to the estuary of the Tarcoles River with enough time to enjoy one of the best beaches of our Mid-Pacific Coast.

Departure is early: 6:15 a.m. It takes some two hours to reach our Pacific Coast. Halfway, there’ll be a stop to enjoy an energetic breakfast. Once at the river a comfortable motor boat will take you through the calm waters where you’ll be impressed by the diversity of wildlife present, specially aquatic birds like storks, herons, ducks and similar. But the real stars are the huge crocodiles that abound in this section of the river. Some of these fellows can easily reach five meters or more and have been studied and filmed extensively by the National Geographic Society research team. You’ll be able to see them very closely and safely and, if possible, even witness the stunning act in which the boat’s captain feeds one of them right out of his hand… unbelievable.

A short ride will take you to the exclusive Punta Leona Resort where a delicious buffet lunch awaits you. In the afternoon you can enjoy the resort’s facilities and have time to swim and relax at the two beaches inside the complex: Playa Blanca and Playa Mantas. If you don’t want to swim, you can take an optional guided hiking tour in Punta Leona’s biological reserve at no extra cost. Return to San Jose is at 5.00 p.m. and you’ll be back at your Hotel at 7:00 p.m. approximately.
 
Price Per Person: $ 89.00 - RESERVE




One of Costa Rica’s finest beach destinations combined with a small but exuberant national park, only three and a half hours away from San Jose, the country’s Capital City.

Aside from enjoying these white sand beaches, you’ll be able to explore the park, accompanied by your specialized, nature-oriented guide. This place shelters a vast number of animal species. Most frequently seen are: Coatimundis, squirrel monkeys, white face monkeys, agoutis, sloths, bats, crabs, aquatic birds and a great variety of insects and butterflies.

Manuel Antonio and the nearby Port of Quepos also offer after-sunset activities for those not wanting to stay much time at the Hotel. Overnight will be at a nice and comfortable place: Hotel Villa Teca.

This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants. Includes: Roundtrip private transportation, bilingual specialized guide, breakfasts, lodging and entrance fees to the National Park.
Optional activities (not included in price) are: Snorkeling, sea kayaking, sunset cruise, etc.
 
2 days 1 night Manuel Antonio $199 per person
3 days 2 nights Manuel Antonio $255 per person
(Available all year round - Minimum: 02 passengers)
RESERVE



This alternative to the Tortuga Island cruise starts with a scenic two hour bus ride down to the port city of Puntarenas. Here passengers will board their boat for a one and a half hour boat cruise to Punta Coral. This privately owned point of dry tropical forest has a quiet beach and a valley filled with flowering plants and interesting rock formations and caves. Heading into the valley, nature trails lead visitors into isolated areas where it is very likely to observe packs of howler monkeys in the trees, along with singing parrots, as hummingbirds and colorful butterflies gather around the wild flowers taking in their nectar.

The Punta Coral Cruise tour departs 4 blocks from the Hotel Don Carlos at 6:00 a.m. and returns back to San Jose at 7:30 p.m. approximately. This Tour includes breakfast and lunch.
The Punta Coral Cruise $89.00 (Low Season Rate: September and October only)
The Punta Coral Cruise $99.00 (High Season Rate: Rest of the year)
RESERVE

An unforgettable full-day tour to the paradisiacal Tortuga Island, located on our Pacific Coast, offering a beautiful white sand beach, lined with palm trees and lush tropical vegetation, on board of the luxurious Manta Ray Catamaran Yacht.

 Your day begins with a very scenic two-hour ride from San Jose to Puntarenas, our main Port on the Pacific Coast. There will be a stop for a nice Costa Rican style breakfast along the way. This cruise offers excellent views of the small islands of the Gulf of Nicoya, live music, fresh fruits and soft drinks.
Cocktails and alcoholic drinks are available, but not included in regular price. You’ ll have some five hours at the island to enjoy your favorite beach activities. A gourmet buffet lunch accompanied of chilled wine will be served shortly after midday at their special facilities. Sea kayaks and snorkeling equipment are available for rent at the beachfront.
Tortuga Island has trails for those who like to do some hiking and exploring. Nice possibilities of observing an impressive sunset on your way back to San Jose. In short words, an experience that you will not want to miss.

Departs from San Jose at 6:00 a.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m.
Low Season Rate: $89.00 ( September and October only)
High Season Rate: $99.00 ( Rest of the year)

There are lower rates for children and students (with ID)
Please check with us for these lower prices

TORTUGA ISLAND CRUISE    RESERVE



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