Tamarind Mangrove Tour and Wildlife Watching
Description
Discover the hidden beauty of Las Baulas Marine National Park and live an unforgettable experience in Estero de Tamarindo. Navigate with an expert local guide through one of Costa Rica’s most important mangroves, a natural sanctuary full of biodiversity, where you can observe monkeys, crocodiles, birds and many other species in their natural habitat. During this 2-hour tour, enjoy fresh fruit as you relax and get wrapped up in the tranquility of the estuary and the stunning natural surroundings that make this place a unique experience. Each tour is different, because nature is constantly changing. Be amazed by wildlife and discover a unique corner of Costa Rica that few have the opportunity to get to know so closely.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Navigate the Estero de Tamarindo, located within Las Baulas Marine National Park, and discover one of the most important mangroves in Costa Rica. Accompanied by an expert nature guide, you will observe monkeys, crocodiles, birds and many other species in their natural habitat. During the tour, enjoy fresh fruit while relaxing and connecting with the beauty of this extraordinary ecosystem.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Shuttle service is included only for accommodation located in Playa Tamarindo. If staying outside this area, transportation may be arranged for an additional charge. If you prefer, you can also reach the meeting point by yourself.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Schedules may vary by tides to ensure the best browsing and wildlife viewing experience.
- Free roundtrip transportation only in Playa Tamarindo
Reviews(15)
Moses was an incredibly friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and attentive tour guide! We saw 3 Crocodiles, 2 black hawks, baby howler monkeys, and plenty more! Moses was great at getting us nice and close to the animals without disturbing them. We had a magical experience and I would absolutely go again in a heartbeat.
Excellent tour, recommended!
The best experience you can have in the area. From the beginning, the guides Cristian and Moisés make the tour special: they are super attentive, passionate about what they do, and have impressive knowledge of nature.
We had an amazing experience on this mangrove estuary tour! It was incredible to see so many animals in their natural habitat while surrounded by such beautiful nature. Our guide was knowledgeable and shared fascinating information throughout the tour, making the experience even more enjoyable. The service was excellent from start to finish, and we truly appreciated the guide’s friendliness.This is a must-do if you’re visiting Tamarindo. Highly recommended!
We had a great estuary tour with Moises, he knows so much about the area and made the tour really interesting. We saw monkeys, crocodiles, and lots of beautiful birds. They also gave us some delicious fresh fruit to enjoy. We definitely recommend this tour if you're visiting!
It is a very nice experience to share with the family, we were able to see monkeys, crocodiles, birds. The guide had a very good command of the subject and excellent customer service. I truly recommend it for enjoying with the family.
The tour was a good experience, our guide Moisés Barrantes explained everything about the mangrove and the whole ecosystem to us, his explanation was very professional, we saw birds, an excellent explanation, a lot of knowledge, I recommend this tour! When I return to Costa Rica, I will do the tour again with our guide Moisés B. I could see all your love and enthusiasm in every explanation you gave us on your tour.
An incredible experience! Without a doubt, one of the best tours we did in Tamarindo. We saw crocodiles and monkeys. The guide was very kind, he explained the importance of the mangrove to us, you can tell the love they have for this place. I totally recommend this tour.
Excellent tour! It far exceeded our expectations. The service was exceptional; we had the opportunity to see monkeys, birds, and other animals in their natural habitat. The entire team was very professional and friendly. I recommend it 100% for those visiting Tamarindo. . I would do it again without hesitation! 🤗
We went out with friends on this estuary tour to learn more about mangrove life. Our guide was impeccable, his level of knowledge was excellent, no detail went unnoticed, and we felt very safe during the entire tour. Personally, this is a tour that you definitely must do.
