Experience the Wildlife Refuge with exciting trips that immerse yourself in the discovery of the flora and fauna of the Central Pacific Coastal and Mountain Rainforests.
Swim, surf or just relax on the golden sandy beaches of Manuel Antonio. Immerse yourself in a wide range of other incredible activities in Quepos, Manuel Antonio and Santa Juana.
Explore one of Costa Rica's most famous national parks. Throughout this moderate three-hour hike, your Certified Guide will share the secrets of the Coastal Rainforest, the wonders of the Park and the natural history of the region.
Manuel Antonio is home to many species of monkeys, as well as sloths, white-nosed coatis, raccoons, agoutis, iguanas, snakes, birds, butterflies and other insects. After the tour, we suggest you spend some time on the beautiful beaches inside the park, so bring your bathing suit, the beach towel from the hotel and take the hotel shuttle later.
Included: Transportation, park entrance fee, and water bottle.
Departure Time/Place: Tours by reservation, departing from hotel lobby at 7:30 a.m. and at 11:30 a.m. The Park is closed on Tuesdays.
Duration: 3 hours
Ages: All ages
Activity level: Moderate
Recommended: Hiking shoes/sneakers, shorts or lightweight long pants, light waterproof jacket during green season, hat, sunscreen, camera, binoculars, beach towel and bathing suit.
Contact e-mail: concierge@sicomono.com
There is no experience like combining the "magic of nature" and the authentic rural heritage of Costa Rica in this, our top-rated tour. Certified guides take you on an incredible tour of nature, conservation and rural culture.
Venture into the tropical rainforest on easy-to-use trails and meet the protected animals at the Wildlife Refuge. Led by your certified guide, you'll see a variety of flora and fauna of the area, including the spectacular Blue Morpho and several other species of tropical butterflies and you’ll be able to observe all four of the stages of metamorphosis.
The Jungle Night Tour is a unique odyssey into the night-time world of the Pacific Rainforest.
Led by your certified guide through the complex ecosystem of the Refuge's aquatic amphibian gardens, you will be immersed in a symphony of the characteristic sounds of thousands of jungle residents, including more than a dozen species of native frogs, all engaged in the rituals of life in their natural habitat.
Discover the complex estuarine system of Damas Island. From your covered boat or paddling through its protected inland waterways. You will make your way through the coastal mangroves to observe the abundant wildlife up close, including a variety of seabirds and tropical birds, reptiles and monkeys.
Sail along the coast to swim, snorkel, film and investigate the many spectacular sea creatures that come together in the world below, especially our friendly dolphins. Time: 8:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. (only in the dry season)
Experience Costa Rica as it should be, nature will be our playground, the jungle our scenery. This tour is a family favorite,
there is something for everyone.
Jump off waterfalls and slide down natural slides for the more adventurous, or
enjoy cozy swimming holes nestled under the jungle canopy for those who like to take it easy.
Take on the challenge of kayaking in the open sea. Led by your guide, you will see the amazing side of Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, including Manuel Antonio National Park and the adjacent coastal areas.
Roll through Costa Rica’s lush tropical jungle canopy on a series of cabled tree platforms. Get a bird’s-eye view of the monkeys, tropical birds, and a wide variety of other flora and fauna. Ziplines, rappels, and a Tarzan swing are all part of this incredible adventure.
We begin a nature tour along the river over the valley crossing streams and creeks where we take the opportunity to take a "dip" in the river, visiting panoramic views of the valley until we reach the Canopy area, where the guides are waiting for us to start the canopy.
Quepos is one of the top sport fishing spots in Costa Rica. Marlin magazine recently named Quepos as one of the best places in the world for "all-around action".
Costa Rica offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the world. Wild and untamed, these large, rushing rivers wind their way through the spectacularly beautiful and unspoiled Mountain Wet Forest.
For beginners or intermediate levels, you will love to experience Costa Rica's world-class waves. The beach break at Manuel Antonio is excellent for learning, and with 6'-10’ sets and the occasional 12-15 feet shots, there's plenty to be done out there.
The Villa Vanilla / Rainforest Spice tour is a gentle hike through a plantation that includes 27 acres of agricultural production and 125 acres of primary and secondary rainforest.
A combination of attractions that make for a memorable moment, promoting the history of cocoa with its subsequent chocolate production, both in the world and in Costa Rica, adding our cultural and traditional Costa Rican contribution such as the trapiche (mechanical sugar cane mill). Here sugar cane is milled to extract the juice and make delicious cocktails. For sure the sweetest tour in the area.
Navegue a lo largo de la costa para nadar, bucear, filmar e investigar las muchas criaturas marinas espectaculares que se unen en el mundo de abajo, especialmente los amigables delfines.