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Manuel Antonio · Puntarenas · Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Wildlife & Beach Time with Tickets

Starting From From $89.93 per person Current Project Expedition rate
3 Hours 4.35 / 5 2 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Paddle 9
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Experience the “Real Costa Rica” at Manuel Antonio National Park. While it is the most visited park in the country, unguided visitors often walk right past the wildlife without realizing it. On this VIP experience, your clients are led by a certified naturalist guide who knows exactly where the animals hide. We take the stress out of the visit by handling the complex entrance ticket reservation process, ensuring seamless entry. Once inside, the group embarks on an easy, accessible nature walk along the park’s well-maintained trails and boardwalks. Using professional high-definition spotting scopes, our guides reveal the hidden world above, bringing guests face-to-face with three-toed sloths, howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, iguanas, and tropical birds. One of the highlights is the photography: our guides are trained to help guests capture incredible close-up photos of the wildlife using their own smartphones through the scope. The tour concludes at the world-famous Playa Manuel Antonio inside the park, where guests can relax on the white sand, swim in the turquoise water, and watch monkeys playing in the trees.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Spot Sloths & Monkeys with a Professional Licensed Guide
  • Tickets Included with an Easy, Relaxed Walking Route
  • Enjoy Free Time to Unwind on a Beautiful Beach
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Quepos

Wildlife & Eco Tourism at Manuel Antonio National Park.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Individual sets of high end Binoculars are provided for each client and the professionally licensed guide is equipped with a high definition spotting lens.

Not Included

Tips/Gratuities for guide not included in the cost.

What to Bring

Essential Packing List & Park Rules: Strict "No Food" Policy: Please inform clients that NO FOOD of any kind (nuts, bars, fruit) is allowed inside the park. Rangers perform mandatory bag searches at the entrance. No Single-Use Plastics: Plastic water bottles (e.g., Dasani) are banned. Guests must bring a reusable metal or hard plastic water bottle (e.g., Yeti/Nalgene). Passport: Guests must have a digital copy (photo on phone) of their passport photo page for entry validation. Clothing: Light, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes or sports sandals. Beach Gear: The tour ends at the beach. We recommend wearing swimwear under clothes or bringing it in a backpack, along with a towel. Sun/Rain Protection: High SPF sunscreen, a hat, and a light rain poncho (during May-Nov). Guide Tip: Clients who want to spend extra time at the beach after the guided portion finishes are welcome to do so! They can easily take a taxi or public bus back to their hotel when they are ready to leave.

Meeting & Pickup

If you are outside the Quepos/Manuel Antonio area, you will need to meet at the Paddle 9 Offices in Quepos. If you are inside the Quepos area, we will pick you up at your place of stay.

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

Traveler Impressions

What travelers are saying

2026-06-14 5.00 / 5

My clients had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!

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