Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tour
Description
Certified Naturalist Guide in Manuel Antonio National Park. With years of experience, I create immersive journeys that showcase the park’s extraordinary biodiversity. Spot sloths, toucans, frogs, snakes, and monkeys using high‑definition telescopes, revealing details you’d otherwise miss. Learn about local culture and the rainforest’s ecology while surrounded by unforgettable scenery. End your adventure on a pristine white‑sand beach with turquoise waters—the perfect finale to a day of discovery. Explore with me—one step deeper into the wild. Let's make nature unforgettable. ⚠️ IMPORTANT! THIS TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE PARK ENTRANCE. YOU MUST PURCHASE IT IN ADVANCE. IF TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE, THIS TOUR CANNOT BE BOOKED ⚠️.
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Meet your certified guide at Chalo Parking lot, next to supermarket Joseth conveniently just before the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park. From there, dive into an unforgettable trek through lush forest trails - full of incredible wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for sloths lazily perched in the trees, iguanas blending into the brush, playful monkeys swinging above, and vibrant toucans flashing their brilliant colors. With the sharp instincts of a local naturalist, you’ll uncover hidden creatures you might otherwise miss. Your guide will use a high-definition spotting scope to bring the magic of the jungle into view, ensuring stunning up-close encounters. Plus, they’ll snap incredible photos along the way, so you’ll leave with more than just memories. The grand finale? Manuel Antonio Beach—where powdery white sand meets warm, inviting bluish waters, the perfect place to relax or a refreshing swim after your immersive journey through one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(120)
Wonderful experience with our guide Harold. He is very knowledgeable and engaging. There is no possible way we would have spotted most of the animals we saw without a guide, as they were either too small or too hidden. The monocular that the guides bring are also invaluable and way more powerful than phones or binoculars. I suggest bringing binoculars so you can look again at animals once they are spotted because you will take turns with others looking through the monacle (group of about 10 altogether). The guides hired within Manuel Antonio (not outside) are very knowledgeable and really help to put the experience in content (animal names, behavior, fun facts, etc) and answer questions. Definitely don't skip the beach loop at the end (red and yellow trails) after the tour ends. We saw tons of monkeys there and other wildlife and mangroves. If we had known, we would have brought our bathing suits since there seem to be the best beaches inside the park. Once we left, we couldn't find a good beach to stop at. We also didn't know that there are no snacks or plastic water bottles in the park. They make you throw it out BEFORE you get to the lockers. Bring a metal water bottle to fill there. Definitely worth going and getting to know the Costa Rican wildlife. You also get amazing pics taken by the guide through the mononcular for free. Thanks Harold!
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Harold and that his knowledge and keen eye helped you spot wildlife that would have been nearly impossible to see on your own. Your practical tips about binoculars, reusable water bottles, and exploring the beach loop are excellent advice for future visitors. It’s great to know you enjoyed the explanations, fun facts, and photos taken through the telescope —those little details really make the tour special. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in Costa Rica’s incredible nature. Pura vida, and thank you again for choosing us!
If you do anything while visiting Costa Rica, it should be a tour with Nature Tribe!! The guide was absolutely amazing, kind, and accommodating with a great sense of humor. Myself and my partner are both in environmental sciences and found this tour to be the perfect fit for what we were looking for. the admission fee was very reasonable for our private two hour tour!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such an incredible review! It is high praise indeed—especially coming from professionals in environmental sciences—to hear that our guide hit the exact right note for your tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. We always strive to provide experiences that are both deeply informative and genuinely fun, so knowing that our guide's kindness, humor, and expertise made it a highlight of your trip to Costa Rica means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure with Nature Tribe in the future!
Steven did an excellent job! We were able to see many animals during our tour. I really am thankful we paid the extra money for the tour guide instead of trying to do it ourselves!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Steven made your tour memorable and helped you spot so many animals. Having a guide really does make all the difference, and we’re glad you felt it was worth it. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
A very entertaining experience with Harold. We saw quite a few animals!
¡Muchas gracias por tu amable comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron la experiencia y que pudimos mostrarte tantos animales en el parque. Harold estará encantado de saber que su guía hizo tu recorrido entretenido y enriquecedor. Esperamos que vuelvas pronto a Manuel Antonio para seguir descubriendo más maravillas de la naturaleza con nosotros.
Great, knowledgeable guide who engaged with the kids as well as the adults. We saw lots of animals and learned from our guide. He also provided pictures of animals we saw through his scope.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear that the walk was both fun and educational for the whole family. It’s wonderful that the kids felt engaged and that everyone enjoyed spotting wildlife together. We’re glad the scope photos added to the memories of the day. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Harold was a very knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. We learned so much from him and hope to enjoy another tour with him and Nature Tribe while we are here.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed learning with Harold during your tour. His passion for sharing the park’s wildlife and history truly makes each experience special. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another adventure with Nature Tribe while you’re here in Manuel Antonio!
Harold was an incredible guide during our trip to Manuel Antonio. He took time to answer all of our questions and was able to find animals that there is zero way we would’ve seen on our own. At the end of the tour he sent us pictures that were taken through his telescope so we had the images that we had seen. I would highly recommend him and his tour - so much more personalized than the larger tour companies.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your tour with Harold. His passion for sharing the park’s wildlife and his dedication to making each experience personal truly shine through, and we’re glad you appreciated the extra touches like the telescope photos. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope you’ll join us again for more unforgettable adventures in Manuel Antonio! Nature Tribe Costa Rica
Harold, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and patient. I feel like we learned so much and he engaged everyone on the tour. We had a varied (group couples, families with small children) and he made it interesting and “so fun” (direct quote from my 8 yr old). We wouldn’t have seen ANYTHING without our guide and so happy we went with Nature Tribe - they were by far the best!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great time exploring Manuel Antonio National Park with Harold. It is incredibly rewarding to know that Harold kept the tour engaging and patient for both couples and families. Hearing that your 8-year-old called it "so fun" is truly the best compliment we could ask for! Thank you for choosing Nature Tribe Costa Rica. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another adventure in the future. Pura vida!
Incredible experience at Manuel Antonio National Park. Thanks Harold, without you it wouldn't have been the same. A legend! Thank you
¡Muchas gracias por tomarte el tiempo de dejarnos este comentario! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste al máximo tu visita al Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio. Le haremos llegar tus palabras a Harold; sin duda, le encantará saber que su guía y compañía marcaron la diferencia en tu aventura. ¡Esperamos verte de nuevo muy pronto para seguir descubriendo más maravillas juntos! Nature Tribe Costa Rica
Harold was fantastic and very knowledgeable. We had a great time! So many beautiful animals to see and definitely worth bringing a swim suit for the private beaches afterwards
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time exploring Manuel Antonio National Park. Harold will be delighted to know his expertise made your experience special. It is always great advice to remind future travelers to pack a swimsuit so they can enjoy those pristine, hidden beaches after the hike! We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon.
