Tours and Activities > Manuel Antonio and Quepos > Carara National Park tour from Manuel Antonio
Visit Carara National Park which is home to nearly 50% of Costa Rica's bird species, making it a fascinating destination for bird lovers.
Duration
6 Hours
Transportation
Included
Certified
Tour Guide
Mytanfeet
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Description
During this tour, your guide will lead you through 2 different trails of about 2 miles (3.2 kms) each, where you can observe a wide variety of wildlife. Carara National is well known for its active bird life, including the vibrant and gregarious Scarlet Macaw.
This national park boasts the most Scarlet Macaw nests in Costa Rica, making it an incredibly crucial site for this beautiful endangered parrot.
An expert naturalist guide will point the different types of birds and animals you encounter and share facts about the different species you see along the trail.
You will also learn why Carara National Park is so important in Costa Rica, which is due to its important location, right in between the tropical dry and rain forest.
The tour also includes a visit to the world famous Tarcoles Bridge to safely admire dozens the largest crocodile population in Central America.
The tour will end with a delicious typical lunch before heading back to your hotel in Manuel Antonio or Quepos.
Starting $119 USD
per adult
Carara National Park Tour Highlights
- Visit a national park that is home to nearly 50% of all bird species in Costa Rica.
- Carara National Park was the first park to implement an Universal Access trail, Braille signs and animal sculptures.
- Spot Scarlet Macaws on their natural habitat.
- Visit the popular Tarcoles bridge to see the largest crocodiles population on Central America.
What is Included?
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be given upon tour booking.
- Tour must be prepaid in full to book.
- These are shared experiences.
- Minimum 4 guests booking to operate.
- Group size between 4-18 people.
- Moderate difficulty level.
- 90 minute drive from Manuel Antonio/Quepos.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking clothes and walking/hiking/trail shoes.
- Rain jacket/poncho in rainy season.
- Sunscreen, hat and insect repellent.
- Binoculars/camera.
Booking Form
We offer a 7% discount for adults and children for this tour. Our prices include all Costa Rican taxes and we never charge booking fees. What you see is exactly what you'll pay. While other websites might show lower initial prices, they often add taxes and fees at the end, Mytanfeet believes in transparent pricing from the start.
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Cancellation Policy
Read the cancellation policies here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the trails like in the national park?
The trails are mostly dirt, but there is a short section where it goes through wooden platforms.
How difficult are the trails?
They are not that difficult but you need to be able to walk around 6.5 kilometers (4 miles) in the hot and humid forest. You will take a 20 minute break halfway through the hike. There is little elevation and steps, the trails are mostly flat.
If I'm not a birder, will I enjoy this tour?
Yes! If you love nature, walking/hiking and animals, you will definitely enjoy this tour. Your guide won't just be looking for birds either. You may see white face monkeys, howler monkeys, iguanas, lizards and other wildlife.
As the tour includes a stop at the Tarcoles Bridge, you will also see crocodiles.
What is the difference between Carara and Manuel Antonio National Park?
Carara National Park has trails through the rainforest, whereas Manuel Antonio National Park has beach and rainforest trails. Manuel Antonio is more popular than Carara and tends to be much busier. Carara is a favorite destination for birders to see the Scarlet Macaws.
When is lunch?
Lunch will be after the hike is complete at the national park, in the tour operator's base camp near Quepos.
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