A spectacular river with waterfalls is the backdrop for 17 platforms carefully built in the canopy of the Rain Forest.
You will glide from platform to platform while secure to a cable, travelling over the rainforest below. Experience the ultimate eco-adventure with 17 platform, 9 zip-lines, 3 rappels. Travel in the Canopy of the rain forest!
Includes: Transportation, breakfast or lunch, snacks, trained bilingual guide and all equipment. Needs: Hiking boots or tennis shoes, short or long pants, repellent, camera, bathing suit and towel. Hours: 5 hours
Rating: moderate / age restrictions.
Quepos is one of the world’s finest sport fishing locations. Marlin Magazine recently named Quepos one of the best locations in the world for “all around action”. In shore angling requires only a short run to the fishing grounds, is relatively inexpensive and offers great views of the coast. Expect lots of Rooster fish, Dorado (Mahi-mahi), Jack Creavella, Snapper and Mackerel to complete your catch.
The offshore reefs will provide good numbers of Amberjack, Pargo, Black Marlin and all the Sail Fish you can imagine when in season.
Includes: Food & beverages Needs: Suntan lotion, bathing suit, hat, sunglasses, beach towel & camera. Rating: Easy to moderate.
Your adventure aboard this comfortable classic sail boat or motor yacht begins as you travel along the scenic coast navigating past the beautiful beaches and islands of Manuel Antonio National Park. You will probably see dolphins which frequently swim in the boat’s bow wake. Occasionally whales and giant sea turtles are also sighted.
Join us on a covered boat tour through the complex estuary system of Damas Island. Once aboard your boat inside the mangrove canals, your professional guide will describe a variety of biological relationships between some of the diverse organisms in this delicate habitat, including sloths, monkeys and iguanas, just to name a few.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guide, beverages on the boat. Needs:Suntan lotion, sun hat / visor, sunglasses, mosquito repellent & camera Hours: : 4 Rating: Easy
Manuel Antonio is one of Costa Rica's most famous National Parks. Following a professional nature interpreter along this moderate three-hour walk will open your eyes to the wonders of this tropical forest and its natural history. You can expect to see various species of monkeys, plus white nosed coati-mondis, sloths, agoutis, butterflies, iguanas and various birds. After the tour, we suggest that you spend some time enjoying the beautiful beaches within the park, so take along your bathing suit and beach towel. Includes:Transportation, park entrance fee, bilingual guide and fruits. Children under 6 years pay half price.
Need: Suntan lotion, sunglasses, hiking shoes, (beach towel and bathing suit, optional) Rating: Moderate. Time: 3 hours
Explore the ocean with a guided wave runner safari on a powerful jet ski. Tours leave daily and often encounter dolphins, sea turtles, boobies and frigates and even whales. No experience required on this magical adventure.
1. Half Day Tour:
You will have the opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful landscapes of the area, riding through primary and secondary rainforest and swimming in pristine waterfalls. The views of the valley and the surrounding tropical landscapes are spectacular!!!
2. 3/4 Day Tour:
If you are looking for a unique horseback riding experience and enjoy a special moment with nature, what are you waiting for?
You are guided through the luxuriant rainforest and rivers and finally into an unforgettable waterfall. After relaxing you can enjoy a delightful meal prepared for you.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guides, fruits, snacks, beverages and lunch or dinner. Needs: Suntan lotion, sun hat/visor, sunglasses, bathing suit, long pants, hiking shoes, mosquito repellent & camera / film.
Explore the coastline of Manuel Antonio in a 6 man inflatable Zodiac style raft or by boat. Venture out in search of dolphins while learning about the history of Manuel Antonio, Park and Quepos Indians. Countless tropical reef fish, spectacular sunsets (dry season) and coastline. Dolphin, whale and marine wildlife study and marine bird nesting ground.
Costa Rica offers some of the world’s best white water rafting. Wild and untamed, these big, brash rivers plunge through spectacularly beautiful,largely unexplored tropical wilderness. Enjoy our local tropical rivers, whether an expert or beginner, nature lover or thrill seeker, this expedition is for you.
1. Half Day Tour:
A Class III/IV half day challenge for more experienced paddlers. The Naranjo River drops steeply from the mountains above Quepos, though a beatiful jungle gorge and takes you on a wild ride to sea level passing nearby farmlands and palm plantations. Rafters should be physically fit and ready for adventure.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guide, fruits, snacks and beverages. Needs: Suntan lotion, sunglasses with croakie cord, bathing suit, waterproof camera, sandals & beach towel. Rating: Moderate / challenging. Age restrictions.
2. Full day Tour:
This full day adventure includes a journey into the very remote back country of the Rio Savegre for a 4 hour guided rafting trip with class II / III rapids. There are great swimming holes and a large variety of birds.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guide, fruits, snacks, lunch and beverages. Needs: Suntan lotion, sunglasses with croakie cord, bathing suit, waterproof camera, sandals & beach towel. Rating: Moderate / challenging. Age restrictions.
Quepos, Manuel Antonio is a perfect place to experience this unique form of water sport. Kayak through the mangroves and explore the abundant wildlife that resides therein. Or for a more serious challenge, kayak along the pacific coast while viewing Manuel Antonio from this incredible vantage point. Includes transportation, lunch and beverages. One or two man kayaks are available.
If you enjoy nature, you will love Costa Rica below the surface. Thanks to visionaries like the late Jacques Cousteau, our Central American country has been developing into one of the Pacific Coast´s most popular diving destinations.
With the New Dive Center in the Central Pacific Region, Manuel Antonio Divers offers a full spectrum of services. They offer PADI Resort Courses for the entry level diver, as well as other PADI Course Instruction for the more experienced diver who wants to advance their skills. We are all about showing you a great diving experience!
After a busy day touring the area, why not treat yourself to a relaxing massage in the comfort and privacy of your villa. Swedish and aromatherapy style massages are available by local qualified masseuses. Facial, manicure and pedicures are also available as an "in-room" service.
The Tour starts its journey from the town of Quepos. Your guide will lead the way along less traveled roads, taking you through African Palm Plantations and typical farm towns. Discover the spectacular waterfalls and have a chance to cool off in one of the natural pools. You will climb to 1000 feet with your ATV to the Cerro Nara, where you can enjoy incredible views of Costa Rican’s Central Pacific Coast.
Includes: Transportation to and from your hotel, breakfast or lunch, fruit (dessert). Four-wheelers fully equipped to drive in the forest, helmets. Professional bilingual guide.
Rating: Moderate.
We offer a variety of tours to accommodate all strength levels of experience that lead you through the rain forest, to farms and local beaches. Depending on the area that we visit, you will likely see various animals. We often take time to rest and swim in the crystal clear waters of a remote waterfall. Some of our tours take you to rural “TICO” homes or typical ranches where delicious home cooked meals are served to restore your energy.
Includes: Lightweight aluminiun specialized Marin and GT bicycles equipped with front Rock Shox suspension and Shimano components and helmets. Needs: Tennis shoes, short or long pants, repellent, camera, bathing suit and a towel (optional).
An amazingly close look at the real rainforest, with minimal interference. A transitional neo-tropical jungle ranging from a humid rain forest to a misty cloud forest at the higher elevations. About 1,350 acres, most of them primary forest, dedicated to conservation. Rain Maker's sole use is sustainable development. Less than 5% of is used for tourist activities. In a one-mile trail and bridge system a limited number of guided tours assures a minimum impact on the environment. A few trails, hand railings, bridges and lookout points have been created for the safe comfort and enjoyment of visitors. Elsewhere, the jungle remains just as nature intended. A system of trails following the contours of the Rio Seco corridor are intersected by wooden bridges traversing the jungle to allow an excellent view of the scenery. From the trails you should spot colorful dart frogs, interesting butterflies, the lizard that walks on water (basilisk), and splendorous birds such as toucans and trogons. The system has 7 platforms positioned all at the same level for easy access. The first platform starts at ground level, and as the slope drops, the bridge raises, allowing observation of flora and fauna within the canopy ecosystem. Many cascades and waterfalls, one of which is utilized by visitors as a natural crystal- clear swimming pool.
From Manuel Antonio there is an easy access to a range of world-class surf breaks. Jaco, Hermosa, Esterillos and Dominical are at a reasonably short distance. The little-known and spectacular Playa del Rey is very close. Playitas and Bajo breaks are just outside Manuel Antonio National Park. The water is a warm 78-82 degrees year-round. The biggest surf occurs June through August, however the surf is generally consistent at other times.
If you are at all interested in birds, you know that most species are not as easily seen as pelicans and frigate birds. But for those who make an attempt to find them, the Manuel Antonio area harbors hundreds of surprises. More than 270 species, including migrants, can potentially be observed in the park and the surrounding area extending to Quepos and the local airstrip.
Despite the image of beautiful beaches that the name Manuel Antonio conjures up in most peoples' minds, the majority of its bird life is to be found in the forest - whether inside the park proper or in any decent patch of vegetation around your hotel. Screeching flocks of parakeets and parrots impart a decidedly tropical air to the birding here, as do the comings and goings of at least 15 different types of hummingbirds, including purple-crowned fairies, violet-crowned woodnymphs, white-crested coquettes, and blue-throated golden-tails.