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Mangrove tour
Had a pleasant tour with Anderson. He was very knowledgeable about the mangroves and wildlife. Really cool experience would def recommend. Was hard to find the place but people nearby directed us in the right direction
Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $70 / person
- Location
- Quepos, Costa Rica
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 518 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Costa Rica Jade Tours
- Meeting point
- The guides have the Jade Tours uniform
Description
The pickup time for this tour is according to the high tide. We'll give you the pickup time as soon as we receive your booking. The mangrove forest is one of the most vital and astounding ecosystems in the world. Damas Island, located just 10 minutes from Manuel Antonio is currently one of the most important remaining mangroves in Costa Rica. Covering thousands of acres of protected forest, this amazing biodiversity is home to a large number of birds, reptiles, mammals and insects.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 11–80)
- $70
- Child (ages 5–10)
- $50
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- $70
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Isla Damas
River dock next to Hotel Pueble Real
What's included
Included
Naturalist guide
Bottled water
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Kayak equipment
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pickup at any Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Airbnbs... Please give us the name of the place for the pickup. Thank you! : )
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
518 reviews
How it compares in Quepos
- No. 19 by number of reviews among 341 tours in Quepos
- Starting price $70 is close to the typical $65 for tours of similar length in Quepos
Excurgo comparison of 341 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio take?
Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio cost?
Prices start at $70 per person for this Quepos experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $50, adults from $70.
Can I cancel Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We can pickup at any Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Airbnbs... Please give us the name of the place for the pickup. Thank you! : ) Pickup points include Hotel Mono Azul.
What languages is Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Mangrove Kayak Tour Manuel Antonio worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 518 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Costa Rica Jade Tours.
Reviews(518)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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No response.
Tour itself was good. Sometimes we had to navigate among mangroves or under them. We bumped a lot, but we were able to move forward. Kayaking was fun and I loved it. One issue I had was to communicate with tour provider. Tour operator changed pickup time and I had a question on logistics. I found email address and phone number of the tour operator. I emailed twice and called tour times in the morning of tour date. I even tried to contact it thru trip advisor twice. I received no answer what so ever.
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Fun kayaking tour in mangrove area
Javier is our tour guide. Since this is the first time to do kayaking, Javier told us how to row the paddles to control the kayak’s direction. He guided us, and introduced us the local weather features, and showed us the animals we met during kayaking in the area, like bats, birds, etc. He guided and helped us to go thru some narrow water channels, we did appreciate him. Anyway, he is a really kind tour guide, making our first kayaking easier, more hilarious and more interesting.
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Mangroves with Rodolfo
One of the best tours I have done, the guide Rodolfo was very pleasant and helped us a lot to find the wildlife along with the boat captain who made the experience even better for us
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Relaxing in a kayak
There were so many monkeys, I was surprised! It was a quiet and peaceful tour ♪
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Must-do Tour!
Wonderful experience, we were able to see so much wildlife including monkeys!
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Incredible experience.
Spectacular mangrove tour! 🌿🦜 An experience we highly recommend. We were able to see many birds, raccoons, and enjoy a beautiful environment. And a special mention for Elioth, our guide, a 10/10. Super polite, attentive, and very knowledgeable. He explained everything to us in a very interesting way, and it is very clear that he likes his job and enjoys sharing what he knows. Without a doubt, an experience we would repeat. Thank you, Elioth, for making the tour even more special! 🦝❤️
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Great private family kayak tour
We had an amazing time on our kayak tour! The whole experience was smooth, fun, and very enjoyable. We were lucky to see so many incredible animals along the way. Kevin was extremely kind, friendly, and informative, sharing so many great insights and explanations throughout the trip. Highly recommended!
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Kayaking in the mangroves
Elias helped us discover the mangroves, and the experience was very fun.
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Fantastic
The tour was very fun and beautiful. Our guide Elias was very attentive and explained the local flora and fauna to us. Highly recommended!
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