Top Central Pacific Eco Tours

A guided tour enriches your experience in Manuel Antonio National Park by providing information about the park’s plant and animal life and expert navigation between the park and your regional hotel. Plus, this tour offers a stress-free way to visit one of Costa Rica’s must-see destinations in just one day.

The tour is completely PRIVATE. Esquipulas is a small countryside town located at the foothills of San Marcos de Tarrazú (one of the highest mountains in Costa Rica). Esquipulas is considered to be the best spot for birding at the area of Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Just about 20 minutes drive approximately from most of the hotels in Manuel Antonio. You'll be 400 mts above the sea level (great altitude for a bird watching morning). Esquipulas features a mixture of primary and secondary forest, house gardens and cattle pastures, making it home to a wide variety of birds including Tanagers, Trogons, Hummingbirds, Flycatchers, Manakins, and Toucans among many others. Approximately 304 bird species have been reported in Esquipulas.

Pickup time for this tour depends to the high tide. We'll give you the pickup time right after receiving 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. Our experienced guides will take you on an unforgettable boat tour through the channels of the mangrove forest, far away from civilization. You can discover an abundance of species native to the area such as white-faced monkeys, anteaters, boas, iguanas, birds and thousands of colorful crabs.

Get your thrills on this five-in-one eco-adventure combo package in Jacó. Soar above the canopy in an aerial tram, trek jungle trails, rock climb a 164-foot (50-meter) waterfall, glide on a 10-cable, 15-platform zipline, and dangle from a hanging sky bridge. Learn about Costa Rica’s incredible tropical eco-system from the bilingual naturalist guiding your journey and upgrade your experience to include lunch.

It is a tour of the Tárcoles River aboard a comfortable pontoon boat, you will be able to observe: Large crocodiles, and a great variety of resident and migratory birds. You will be accompanied by a specialized guide who loves nature, teaching everything about this natural refuge. 3 different scenarios will be visited: the upper part of the river, there, we will see large crocodiles, then we will go to the beautiful guacalillo mangroves, there we will find endemic species: American pigmy kingfisher, mangrove cuckoo, mangrove hummingbird and many more. To end this tour we will go to the mouth of the river and enjoy the beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean and beach species.

Enhance your experience of one of the world’s largest live butterfly exhibitions during a guided tour of the Butterfly Garden in Selvatura Park in Monteverde. Ideal for families, this educational tour showcases the highlights of the gardens and offers insight into the life cycles of butterflies and other insects. See, too, a colony of leaf-cutter ants caterpillars becoming butterflies in the rearing chamber.   

Take a walk in the clouds on one of Costa Rica’s premier hanging bridge tours at the Selvatura Adventure Park in Monteverde. Explore different levels of the famous cloud forest ecosystem with a guide as you cross eight different suspended walkways. Featuring the country’s longest and strongest hanging bridges, it's a safe and memorable way to be immersed in Monteverde’s incredible biodiversity.

With a guided tour, a leisurely walk in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve or Curi Cancha Reserve is transformed into an educational outing with plenty of opportunities to see plants, birds, and other wildlife you might miss on your own. This tour is led by a naturalist guide who can answer any of your questions about the cloud forest, animals, or Costa Rica in general—a small-group tour means you’ll have lots of chances to ask.

Hiking Monteverde with a private guide means you can go where you want, when you want—and get undivided attention from your guide along the way. As you hike, your guide helps you spot wildlife like birds, sloths, and monkeys that you might miss on your own and provides tons of information about the local ecosystem. This tour can also be adapted for wheelchair users, making it a great choice for any group.

See some of Costa Rica's most beautiful flora and fauna with this visit to Carara National Park from Jaco. All four of the different types of forest found in Costa Rica exist in this park. However, for many visitors, the bird life is the big draw: the park is home to over 400 types of birds, including red macaws.

Discover the hidden wonders of Costa Rica’s delicate ‘floating ecosystem’ with a boat tour of the Damas Island mangroves from Quepos. Glide through a serene estuary while a naturalist guide points out the mangroves’ fascinating features and helps you spot local wildlife like crocodiles, sloths, egrets, and white-faced monkeys. After the boat ride, get a taste of local flavor with included lunch at an authentic restaurant.

Boasting one of the country’s most beautiful beaches, Manuel Antonio National Park is a must-see Costa Rica attraction. Embark on a full-day tour to this protected nature reserve from the Jaco area. Join your naturalist guide on a jungle hike to spot native wildlife like sloths and monkeys, or opt to spend the whole day soaking up the sun on pristine white sandy beaches. Enjoy a picnic lunch, snacks and round-trip transport from your Jaco hotel.

Manakin is a bird species (chiroxiphia linearis) found on the Nicoya peninsula in tropical wet/dry forests. For us this bird is significantly special as it represents local condition and like all of us this bird has been here for generations. Our grandfathers were some of the original founders of this peninsula and it is a privilege to take visitors around the peninsula to learn the local history and first steps of our ancestors in this important sector of Costa Rica. Each and everyone of our services alongside with the other companies involved is provide by locals born on the Nicoya peninsula, thus drivingon integral development in our communities, allowing us to provide a foretaste of our traits and cultures.

When it comes to your perfect Costa Rican adventure, this tour from Manuel Antonio to Quebrada de Arroyo, has it all. Ride a 4x4 into the Costa Rican rain forest,visit a waterfall, walk across a swinging bridge, and swim in natural pools, all on a hassle-free guided excursion. Complete the tour with a fresh lunch at a farm in the countryside before returning to your hotel.

Paddle past the giant twisted root systems that characterize mangrove forests on this kayak tour of the largest mangrove ecosystem in Central America at Damas Island. This biodiversity hotspot is home to tons of birds, reptiles, and aquatic animals that you can spot easily with the help of your guide. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your Manuel Antonio or Quepos lodging as well as lunch or dinner.

Weave your way past the giant twisted root systems that characterize mangrove forests on this boat tour of the largest mangrove ecosystem in Central America at Damas Island. This biodiversity hotspot is home to tons of birds, reptiles, and aquatic animals that you can spot easily with the help of your guide. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your Manuel Antonio or Quepos lodging as well as lunch or dinner.

Explore Manuel Antonio National Park on a half-day guided tour from Quepos. Your guide leads a leisurely 2-mile hike to a gorgeous beach next to lush rain forest. Have about 20 minutes to enjoy the sand and sea, then continue to walk with frequent stops to look at plants and animal life. High-quality telescopes are provided for prime viewing of sloths, monkeys, colorful birds, and more.

See what life is like outside of the city on this horseback riding tour through the countryside. Alongside a guide, ride a well-trained horse through small towns and forested land en route to a tucked-away waterfall, followed by a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Turn an ordinary walk into an educational adventure with a guided nature walk in Manuel Antonio National Park, widely considered one of the most beautiful parks in Costa Rica. Go with a guide who can help you spot sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and more while providing commentary about their lives and behaviors in the rain forest.

Navigate the trails of Manuel Antonio National Park on this incredible hiking tour from Jaco. Wander the rugged terrain of the park's scenic peninsula, stroll on beautiful beaches and explore tropical rainforest and stunning coastlines. This tour is ideal for active outdoorsmen who want to experience the beauty of Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife. 

Explore Central America's largest mangrove on this popular kayaking tour that puts travelers up close to Costa Rica's diverse landscapes. Navigate the waters surrounding Damas Island and see hundreds of different animals, birds and reptiles up close. This is the perfect way to experience this diverse nation's incredible wildlife and learn more from your expert local guide.

Explore the largest mangrove ecosystem in Central America on this Damas Island boat tour from Jaco. Venture into the diverse landscapes and hidden natural wonders of this incredible destination and see indigenous wildlife, birds, reptiles and fish from the comfort of your boat.

RSVP to the biggest party in Monteverde with this nocturnal tour of the area's famed wildlife by moonlight, when nearly 80 percent of Monteverde's mammalian residents come out to play. Join a guide who will help you spot animals such as gray foxes, reptiles, and more as they come out after dark. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off as well as all transportation and entrance fees.

Situated atop the Continental Divide, the high-altitude Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve is literally shrouded in clouds. Experience the full breadth of Monteverde’s flora and fauna on this nature walk, during which your naturalist guide provides useful insight and helps navigate through the forest. Plus, this small-group tour is limited to six participants so you can escape crowds and immerse yourself in nature.