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Carara National Park
The Carara National Park protects the river basin of the Rio Grande de Tarcoles, near Orotina, Puntarenas, on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Primary and secondary rainforest, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. Pre-columbian archaeological sites are scattered throughout the area.
Bird watchers and nature lovers, this is the tour for you!
This trip will surprise you with caimans, lizards, exotic birds, monkeys and much more in the surroundings lush rainforest and wetlands.
You will be amazed with the beauty as your guide talks you about the marvels of the wildlife, vegetation, ecology and culture of this tropical paradise. It certainly is a learning experience and something you can`t miss.
Park Facilities and Hours
The Quebrada Bonita Ranger Station is open for visitor attention from 8am to 4pm, and has potable water and restrooms.
There are two hiking trails in Carara National Park. One-half mile south of the Rio Grande de Tarcoles bridge, as you head towards the rangers station, there is a parking area on the left. The 2.7 mile Araceas Nature Trail that begins here parallels the Río Grande de Tárcoles and has short branches to the Laguna Meandrica and marshes.
La Cangrega National Park
Cerro de la Cangreja Protected Zone
Park Attractions The Cerro de la Cangreja Protected Zone is the most recently designated National Park (2002), and protects tropical forest areas in the Puriscal Region, Talamanca Mountain Range of Costa Rica.
The presence of two different life zones, Tropical Humid Forest and Pre-Montane Humid Forest, a varied topography, heavy humidity and more than 160 inches annual precipitation, all combine to create an area with extremely diverse flora and fauna.
This area of Costa Rica is of particular interest to biologists. Researchers have already found several new species unique to the area.
Manuel Antonio National Park
Park Attractions
Manuel Antonio National Park is perhaps the most visited park in Costa Rica. The picturesque Punta Catedral was once an island off the coast. Over the years, sedimentation filled in a bar of sand, connecting it to the mainland. The locals call this stretch of white sand beach Tombolo.
The volcanic-sedimentary cliffs rise steeply from the shoreline, providing scenic vistas and hiking trails. The forested hillsides are home to many of the animals, plants and flowers that are Costa Rica’s unique attractions: Monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans and scarlet macaws.
The islands and islets of Manuel Antonio provide an important refuge for a variety of sea birds. Olocuita and Mogote Islands are mating and nesting sites for brown pelicans, frigate birds and ahingas.
The three primary beaches of the park are Playas Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio and Puerto Escondido Costa Rica.
The mouth of the Rio Naranjo forms the southern border of the park.
Park Facilities and Hours
Near Quepos Costa Rica, the Manuel Antonio Ranger Station is open for visitor attention from 8am to 4 pm, and has drinking water and restrooms.
Costa Rica National Parks
Arenal Volcano Hiking Tour & Hot Springs
The hike takes you to the active side of the volcano where the naturalist guide will take through rain forest trails for a nice and gentle hike where you can see a great diversity of flora and fauna and animals such as, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, plenty of birds and sometimes snakes. Once we arrive at the observation point we will be able to hear and feel the deep rumbling that proceeds occasional eruptions of steam, smoke and molten lava.
At night if it is not to cloudy the show is even more incredible as the mammoth volcano spews red lava and huge rocks glowing against the black sky. While watching the volcano and taking pictures, our guide will share some information and history about the area and the volcano’s activity.
Then we will continue our way down to the exotic and relaxing Hot Springs nearby, to sit back and relax in the volcanic water and sooth every aching muscle.
Option 1 Hiking Tour & Observatory
Option 2 Hiking Tour with with Baldi Hot springs
Option 3 Hiking Tour with Tabacon Hot springs or Ecotermales & Dinner
Departure: 3:00 pm
Return: 9:30 pm
Includes: bilingual naturalist guide, all entrance fees and drinks.
TOURS NEARBY PLAYA BEJUCO
Canopy Tour
Enjoy an adrenaline filled adventure! This area has some of the best canopy tours that make Costa Rica famous worldwide. Let us help you choose the Canopy tour that’s right for you.
Departure time: Varies
Duration of tour: 2-21/2 hrs.
Includes: Bilingual guide, drinks and equipment
HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE MOUNTAINS
Experience the breathtaking, naturally cool, mountains and rivers. You will enjoy spectacular views of the lush environment of flora and fauna as you ride on horseback.
As an exciting adventure, traveling by horse on the old trade route used by locals for decades… This is with no doubt one of the most exciting tours on horse that you can do in Costa Rica.
WHITE WATER RAFTING
An unforgettable experience. Enjoy the beauty of the tropical rainforest and lush wildlife, while battling excellent rapids in our tropical and exciting white water rivers.
Depending on the water level, and how big the rapids are, the ride down will take about 3 hours. We will make stops, to rest and to enjoy some tropical fruits, served on the banks of the river by our guides. You get a good work out, have a lot of fun and within a natural environment.
The below options are the most popular rivers on the north side of Costa Rica.
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