Full Day in Manuel Antonio: Wildlife, Mangroves, and Pacific Sunsets

Full Day in Manuel Antonio: Wildlife, Mangroves, and Pacific Sunsets
$325** p.p (estimated price may vary on diferent situations, meal choice, and specific activities also.)

Morning: Wildlife Immersion at Manuel Antonio National Park
7:00 am (Flexible Start):
Begin your day early to catch the most active wildlife.
Head to the Manuel Antonio National Park
(make sure you’ve purchased your entrance tickets online ahead of time).
Treking along trails like the Sloth Trail (Sendero Perezoso) or the main path to the beaches.
Spotting Wildlife: Search for the park’s most iconic inhabitants, including three-toed and two-toed sloths, Squirrel Monkeys (endemic to the region), White-Faced Capuchin Monkeys, toucans, various bird species, and large iguanas.
Mid-Morning Break: Arrive at the stunning Playa Manuel Antonio within the park for a refreshing break on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Remember to keep an eye on your belongings—the monkeys are notorious snack thieves!
Midday: Typical Costa Rican Flavors
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Depart the National Park and head to a local “soda” (traditional Costa Rican restaurant) or a restaurant with a view for a well-deserved Typical Costa Rican Lunch.
Featured Dish: Savor a hearty “Casado,” a classic plate that includes rice, beans, plantains, salad, and your choice of protein like chicken, fish, or beef.
Enjoy a taste of local life and flavor.
Afternoon: Exploring the Mangrove Ecosystem about
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Head to Isla Damas area for your next adventure: a Mangrove Boat Tour (or kayak tour, depending on your preference).
Timing Note: Mangrove tours are often scheduled to align with the high tide for best access into the narrow estuaries, so the exact departure time may vary.
Mangrove Experience: Glide silently through the intricate labyrinth of the Isla Damas mangrove channels. This unique ecosystem is a nursery for marine life and a haven for wildlife.
Spotting Species: Keep a lookout for monkeys (Capuchin and Squirrel), silky anteaters, caimans, boa constrictors, and a huge variety of aquatic and shore birds.
Note : boat or kayak allows you to observe these species from a different perspective.
Late Afternoon/Evening: Relaxation and Pacific Sunset
5:00 pm onwards: Return to the Manuel Antonio area and enjoy an optional free afternoon to relax.
Sunset Viewing: Find a vantage point at one of the hilltop restaurants or view decks along the main road for the spectacular Pacific Ocean Sunset.
The vibrant colors sinking over the water are the perfect end to your day.