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Soar high through the mist and clouds of the perpetual rain forest on the canopy zip lines of the central pacific!! A wild and fun adventure you will never forget!! The canopy is fully inside the jungle, located just 25 minutes from Manuel Antonio in the beautiful and wild Cerro Nara mountains. Find all this adventure and nature as you learn about and enjoy the amazing life that lives in the tree tops. You will see monkeys, toucans, monstrously huge and brilliantly colored butterflies, the uniquely colored dart frogs that live in the rainforest, two and three toed sloths, breathtaking flowers and giant white hawks. The vegetation is amazing, giant bromeliads, orchids, ferns….. all in the Cerro Nara mountains near Manuel Antonio. The jungle platforms are connected by zip lines that enable you to literally fly from one to another, soaring in the tree tops like nothing else you have ever experienced except in your dreams. Guides will outfit you with all the appropriate safety equipment as you start off on the first platform. As safety comes first, you are given instructions on how to and what to do here. You will be fully guided by experienced staff all the way and the highlighted moments of your trip will be captured by staff photographers. You glide from tree to tree, feeling the wind rush by your face and with each cable you experience a longer and longer ride, until the end is in sight, 2000 feet away. The adrenaline high you get from this adventure is an unforgetable way to experience the cloud forests of Costa Rica. Prices will vary from $55 for 2 – 3 hours to a night tour of $65 per person.
Most ATV tours start about 23 minutes away from Quepos. You are challenged by going over jungle roads that take you to waterfalls and natural pools located in the middle of the rainforest. As you ride, on the way you will see teak and palm plantations and many small villages before you get to the mountains. You have a chance to view the jungle animals such as the tiny Mono Titi, Congo and White Faced monkeys, Two and Three Toed Sloths, Toucans, brilliantly Blue Morph Butterflies, and giant White Hawks. At tours end, you will lunch on a traditional casada served in a local Tico restaurant. The service is excellent and the traditional food is simple and delicious. Prices range from $95 per person to riding double for $125. The ATV Adventure is 3 1/2 hours long and includes transportation, guides, and lunch or dinner.
The surrounding mountaineous jungles of Londres and Cerro Nara are a perfect setting for every length of hiking trail. Several guided tours are available. Explore hidden waterfalls, traverse steamy jungle paths and thrill at glorious coastal vistas from the mountains above. A Secret Beach hike provides an excellent ˝ day trek into the jungle, ending in a secret beach. On the Cerro River Hike you are amazed by the number of colorful birds and orchids you see. Along the way, mammals and other exotic creatures are encountered. Mist-filled jungles, and unworldy views await you on these hidden hiking trails. At the end, enjoy a dip in the fresh mountain stream before heading back to civilization. Prices per person are $25. Children 12 and under Free. Bring your own snacks for lunch along the way. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and plenty of insect repellent.
On this trip you enjoy a traditional Costa Rican breakfast, smoothly gaited
horses with safe, comfortable saddles, horse ride to the waterfall, natural swimming pool, primary and secondary
rain forest, fresh fruits served at the waterfall, experienced bilingual guides. We will pick you up at your hotel
between 7:30am and 8:00am in the morning and return you to your hotel between 2 and 3 pm in the afternoon. Come with us to see the
most beautiful waterfalls in the country! There are double waterfalls cascading 25 & 40 meters into a eight meters deep pool at the foot
of the waterfalls for swimming.
This Horse Back Tour offers you more contact with nature and a better chance of seeing wild life than if you were on foot. It
takes you through the beautiful countryside into the Cerro Nara Mountains where you
wander quietly along a majestic forest road, with wonderful vistas of the mountains and the river tumbling below. The tour
provides you with breakfast, horse touring in the mountain jungle to Quebrada waterfalls, swimming and lunch upon return. This horseback trip
is only $70 per person. No horseback riding experience is necessary. Children are welcome as we have many small and
well-mannered horses for their safe enjoyment.
Our first experience of the day is arriving at Rancho Brisas Del Nara for a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast. Then we
mount up and amble along a beautiful country road to the waterfall at Quebrada Arroyo. As we ride, you'll be captivated by views
of the rain forest canopy and its many plants and animals. Arriving at Quebrada Arroyo, we tie up the horses, and walk to our rancho
where we have fruit and refreshments. Here we change into our swimsuit to enjoy first hand the sparkling pure waters
of a natural swimming pool in the rain forest. After changing, it is an easy and short walk to the waterfalls at Quebrada
Arroyo, more than 70 meters of pure sparkling water rushing from the top of the mountain! Enjoy a delightful swim in the cool
waters at the base of the waterfalls. We return from the mountains along a scenic trail enjoying the beautiful vegetation, flowers,
birds and butterflies of the rainforest. Lunch upon return to Brisas Del Nara and return to your hotel.
Savegre River means Savage River. This Savegre Photo Tour includes round-trip transportation to and from your hotel, stopping along the way for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. All along the way you enjoy vistas of primary and secondary rain forest, of palm oil plantations and the winding jungle roads as you view the Savegre's beautiful valleys and the Cerro Nara Mountain Range. You are excited because you are on your way to the famous Potato Masher Ride where you will actually be able to cross the Savegre on foot in a most amazing way! After arriving, now you step up into the basket hung by a cable and actually pull yourself across using the current and gravity as your guides. On the other side you can explore the shores of the Savegre on foot where you then have your picnic beside the Savegre. There are millions of opportunities for Photo Opts. Touring the Savegre River takes us all day. Prices are $75 per person including transportation, breakfast and picnic lunch. Children $55. This tour is available in July, August and December only.
The wild and ever-changing Naranjo River is a White Water Rafting challenge! It is recommended for physically fit adventure seekers and experienced rafters who are familiar with Class III and IV rapids. This river rafting trip packs all its punches in a 7 mile ride that keeps your adrenaline level high for several hours.The fit and adventurous race down the Rio Naranjo through a delightful succession of rapids and lovely pools as this tropical river makes its way through the Costa Rican jungle and palm plantations on its journey out to sea. Usually a fun Class III river, the Naranjo River can move quickly to higher levels of difficulty and adrenalin rush during a heavy rain upstream. After a compelling set of rapids in the first stretch you will enjoy a delicious lunch served onshore at the halfway point, near the tiny village of Londres. Our Tour works closely with the highest quality outfitters and the very best river guides available in the Quepos area to bring you this challenging, fun-filled whitewater adventure. The Naranjo River runs from May to December and is a consistently adrenaline-pumping Class III and IV wild ride. Water levels can rise rapidly on this Costa Rican river treasure, especially during the rainy season (May-October), which definitely brings the difficulty level up for any experienced rafter. Note: The minimum age is 10 years old or older and each person must be physically fit and prepared with experience in negotiating Class IV rapids. This is a half day trip for which transportation, gear, and snacks are provided.
Isla Damas features three types of mangrove forests connected by a myriad of choked and hidden waterways. Guests on this highly recommended tour are often rewarded with sightings of white-faced monkeys, giant anteaters, three-toed sloths, exotic bird species, alligators, boa constrictors, rare crab-eating racoons. The list goes on. A covered motor boat takes you on a cooling ride through the twisted and tangled tunnels of dense mangrove. With each turn you go deeper and deeper into a mysterious and intriguing landscape where each vista seems like a prize-winning image. The tour includes transportation to and from Quepos, as well as a delicious lunch served in a local restaurant at Isla Damas. This tour is excellent for adventurous individuals, families or groups of any age who want to learn and experience nature first hand – but children under age 10 might have to paddle in a double kayak with an adult. We recommend that you are relatively physically fit for paddling in an open-seat kayak for a few hours, to please wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes that might get wet. Bring or wear a bathing suit, sunscreen, towel, camera, and a hat. The trip includes round trip transportation, bilingual guides and naturalists, kayaks and all equipment needed, a great hot meal, snacks and drinks. Prices are $65 per person in USD and are subject to change. Mangrove Fishing is available as a separate all-day trip. The price is $35 per person, minimum of two people. Transportation is $10 extra. Bait and gear provided.
A challenging but fun kayak trip up the rugged coastline from Quepos to Playa Espadilla requires both stamina and an adventurous spirit. The rewards are plentiful as the grandeur of the area presents itself by sea. A delightful lunch is served on a secluded beach. Coastal Sea Kayaking prices are full day for $65. The trip length is approximately 3 1/2 hours of paddling in an ocean current. You need to be in good shape! Adults and young adults only! Ocean kayaking is an exciting way to experience Costa Rica's marine and coastal wonders, and much easier than river kayaking, making these trips open to experienced and inexperienced kayakers. You will have the opportunity to get a close look at a myriad of life below and above the ocean's surface, from flying fish and sea turtles to frigate birds and pelicans. The group will also explore some hard-to-reach offshore islands and coastal estuaries. Items to bring: bathing suit, sunscreen, sandals, sun-visor or hat, dry clothing, towel, plastic bags for wet clothing. Tour includes: bilingual kayak guide, round trip transportation, single or tandem kayaks, high quality equipment, breakfast, lunch.
Costa Rica is famous for its romantic day cruises to its hidden beaches of pristine white sand, crystal clear water and superb snorkeling! Sail aboard big shaded or smaller sport catamarans named the Tom Cat or the Spanish Dancer. Riding on one of these beautiful boats, you will see and photograph the many dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and birds of the Manuel Antonio Marine Preserve. While you sail, you enjoy a feast of fresh fruits, a wonderful seafood buffet of grilled fish brochettes, pasta salad, drinks and the finest hospitality. Boats are completely equipped with US Coast Guard approved life preservers, marine radio, stereo system, snorkel equipment, and roomy trampoline style deck. All tours are led by a bilingual Captain and biological guide. All tour operators have more than 15 years experience in the port of Quepos and carry full civil liability insurance. From the marina at Los Suenos in Jaco is also offered a particularly enchanting cruise by catamaran to Tortuga, an off-shore island particularly known for its enchanting beauty, turquoise waters, a perfect stop for swimming and snorkeling. For passenger safety and convenience. Some catamarans have a bow ramp which allows passengers to disembark directly onto the beach. The price of $99 per person includes: air-conditioned bus transport continental breakfast, lunch, soft drinks and fresh fruit, live music. The trip lasts 11 hours, with pick-up at 6:30 am. It is suggested that you wear casual clothes and bring bathing suit or shorts, suntan lotion, camera, sun glasses, tight fitting hat, light weight long sleeved shirt, rubber sandals, tennis or boat shoes and a towel. This trip is also offered from San Jose.
The most popular attraction in Costa Rica is a visit to one of the most incredible nature reserves on the planet. This park is 3 miles south of Quepos on the Pacific Coast, 132 km from San José. Perhaps It is so popular because of its expansive white sand beaches backed by jungle forest that grows right up to the high tide line. The principal vegetation is primary forest, secondary forest, mangrove swamps, lagoons and beach vegetation. There is quite a varied fauna with 109 species of mammals and 184 of birds. The park includes 12 little islas just off the coast. These are home to a number of dolphins and, at times, migrating whales can be observed. This national park has a series of small beaches and bays surrounded by luscious rainforest: North Espadilla Beach, South Espadilla Beach, Manuel Antonio Beach, Puerto Escondido Beach & Playitas Beach. Safe for swimming, great for diving and exploring coral reefs or surfing, they are the highlight of your Costa Rica Vacation. Discover Manuel Antonio. English/Spanish bilingual naturalists are informative and entertaining tour guides. Morning and afternoon visits are available daily except Mondays, when the park is closed and the animals take the day off. Cost is approximately $50 including guide.
The surrounding mountains and jungles of Quepos and Londres provide a perfect setting for every mountain bike riding level, from isolated jungle trails to inter-village pathways, from gentle ups and downs to solid, hair-raising descents, from beaches to rivers. You will be amazed by the number of colorful birds, mammals and other exotic creatures encountered along the way. Mist-filled jungles, hidden waterfalls and unworldly views await you in these action-packed adventures. The best biking is in the area around Londres, where you ride by beautiful rolling fincas, encounter photo opts of animal and birds and sparkling pools begging you to jump in. You reach the Cerro Naras range in less than an hour and the Quebrada Arroyo in 3 hours on back roads used only by locals. You will be accompanied by a bilingual naturalist. We design your adventure, then come along to enjoy it with you. Per person: Beginning ride is 12 miles and costs $65. Intermediate rides are 15 - 22 miles, costs are $39 to $65. Expert rides are 26 miles to 40 miles, costs range from $75 to $95.
Half Day (lunch included), $75 Traverse the Rio Quebrada de Arroyo and its myriad tropical waterfalls as you make your way to the top of a dazzling cascade. After a safety talk and beginning class on rappelling, down the front of the waterfall you go. Your expert guides will coach and control your descent. Any reasonably active person with normal health and an adventurous spirit can go canyoning, however it does involve some bushwalking, wading, scrambling up rock faces, climbing, rappelling and swimming. No previous experience is required. Equipment and transportation to and from the river is provided, as is a delicious celebratory lunch.
Here you see two young men from Los Angeles experiencing the wonders of the swinging bridge over the Quebrada Arroyo. They are being instructed by a local guide of 30 years experience. He is describing the marveleous safety features included in this amazing strucure crossing a miracle of nature. Half-day photo and swimming trip to Quebrada Arroyo $75 July, Aug., Dec. only.
Transportation to and from your hotel, Traditional Costa Rican breakfast and lunch at Brisas del Narra.
On the Big Pink Panther, a brand new 60 foot long boat, with very comfortable full seating that accomodates up to 50 people. you will travel only 5 to 6 miles by boat for swimming, snorkeling, filming and to research the many spectacular marine creatures that are teaming in the world below. Take startling photographs of marine wildlife, especially our friendly dolphins and cruise the National Park coastline learning the interesting history of the area, including the Quepos Indians. Come explore the many protected Islands and Bays only accessible by boat. Enjoy a day of relaxation, sight-seeing and Dolphin discovery that's been designed specifically for maximum enjoyment & safety. A delicious lunch or supper is prepared especially for you right from the staffed on-board kitchen. All of this while you are surrounded by a magnificent tropical paradise. Price is only $75 per person - Kids under 5 Free. Duration: 4 Hours. You will need to bring suntan lotion, a bathing suit, sunglasses, sun hat/visor, beach towel & waterproof camera. Included in the package is transportation, lunch/supper, beverages, guides & snorkeling gear. Pick up time at your hotel is 8:30 a.m.
If you believe the surrounding beauty of the Manuel Antonio National Park and the offshore islands are overwhelming, just imagine how you will feel catching a giant blue marlin! Quepos sport fishing prices are quite reasonable, and depend on how many people are in your group, where you go, the quality and size of the sport fishing boat, the equipment, the expertise of the crew, and the season. Quepos fishing captains usually consider a half-day of fishing to be about 4 hours on the water, and a full-day of fishing is about 8 hours on the water. On the morning of a typical trip, the captain will send a driver to your hotel or local breakfast eatery to pick you up and take you to the Quepos main pier. All of the captains in the Quepos fleet provide food and beverages onboard, so you only need a few personal items like sunglasses, sunscreen and your lucky fishing hat. After being whisked to your boat aboard a dinghy, your captain will take you offshore for marlin and sailfish, or inshore for roosterfish, dorado and snook. Whichever trip you choose, we will work with the highest quality operators in the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area to ensure an exhilirating, once-in-a-lifetime experience for the best possible value. Sport Fishing always good off Quepos, with top billfishing traditionally well underway by early December, when the mayor concentration of sailfish moves into this central coastal region to join the earlier-arriving marlin. When it peaks, releases of 12 to 20 fish a day are common, with a few unbelievable days every year with 30 and more releases. Action continues steady on sails, as well as blue, black and striped marlin well into April, and very often throughout the summer, depending on conditions. Inshore Sportfishing includes tuna, roosterfish, wahoo, dorado, jacks, mackerel, cubera, a variety of small snapper species and even snook can be taken trolling just outside the breaker line off the river mouths in the area, but are more often fished from shore. Costa Rica Sportfishing Seasons: Marlin has its top month in October, but it's also good in September and November; occasional blues and rare blacks are likely to be found any time of the year. Sailfish are best from the middle of December to the end of April when they begin moving north, but the big schools move in October. A few sails always show from June through September. Tuna are easily found throughout the year along the Pacific coast, but are more abundant from June to September. Most are 8 to 12 pounders but you can make catches in the 100 to 200 pound range as well. Dorado begins with the winter rains late in May that wash debris from the river mouths creating the inshore trash lines that dolphins favor. Roosterfish are better in the mouths of the Parrita and Palo Seco, outside Damas, the mouth outside Damas, around Dominical and Drake's Bay. Best fishing is from June through early September. Snook are found in many river mouths along the coast, like the Sierpe River and lagoon. Best months are from July through November during the rainy season. Tours range from about $550 to $1100 per day per person.
Guided Tour, Approximately 2 1/2 hours, $98 Eco-guided wave runner safaris thrill and surprise as you explore spectacular Pacific Ocean views, hidden bays, beaches and islands. Safaris often encounter dolphins, giant sea turtles, pelicans, mantas, boobies, flying fish and even whales. No experience required on this exciting adventure. You will get close, but not too close, as you enjoy and take photographs of the natural and unique wildlife off the coast. Rent jet skis and take a unique, guided tour off the coast of Manuel Antonio. See islands, marine life, and learn about the history of the area. Take a stop to snorkel and swim along the way. We will do our best to give you the time of your life. Clients will be picked up at their hotels or vacation rental in Quepos where the guide will be waiting to help prepare for the Jet Ski Tour. The 4:00 pm departure includes an extra special finale where the clients can witness a spectacular Costa Rica sunset from the sea! A Yamaha 700cc (hybrid sit or stand) is used for the tour, and each ski can carry one adult and one child, or a larger ski will accommodate 2 adults.
Manuel Antonio surf has some of the best waves in Central America. Instructors and locals know the very best surfing spots and, of course, when and where to catch the best waves. Surf shops and monthly published "Quepolandia" magazine are up-to-date on tides, when and where to go depending on level of experience in order to have fun but more importantly to be safe.
At Manuel Antonio's surf schools, only specially designed surf boards are used. Available long boards are special lightweight material perfect for beginners as well as fiberglass for the experienced. You can find also shorter, more traditional boards for riding. Leashes, wax, and rashguards specifically made for surfing are always in plentiful supply. Individual boards rent for about $25 per day and there are several surf shops to choose from, both at the beach and in town.
Don’t know how to surf? Take a lesson! Whether you are just a youngster in years or a mature beach-goer, beginner or experienced, traveling alone or in a group, there is something for you. All Manuel Antonio instructors speak English and are certified by ISA (International Surfing Association) in Costa Rica. They are also highly trained in water safety and First Aid and many are also certified through PADI as an extra bonus. Usual Price: $100 per person for 3 hours private surf lesson. Lessons will include private teaching from the best instructors in the Central Pacific area, air-conditioned transportation, ice cold drinks and fruits, and top of the line equipment at popular surf spots in the area.
Other extremely popular beach activities include Traditional Sun Tanning, Relaxing Costa Rican Beach Massage and People Watching.
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