This tour was truly exceptional, and worth every penny. Our guide was very engaging and knowledgeable, bringing everything to life!
From San José: Carara National Park and Tárcoles River Tour

Short Description
Discover Costa Rica’s wildlife on a full-day tour from San José. Explore Carara National Park, spot scarlet macaws and spider monkeys, enjoy a boat ride on Tárcoles River, and see giant American crocodiles. Perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Description
Overview ?
Explore the lush ecosystems of Carara National Park and the Tárcoles River with an expert biologist as your guide. This full-day tour from San José offers an unforgettable experience of Costa Rica's rich biodiversity and wildlife.
Highlights ?
Be amazed by the large American crocodiles in the Tárcoles River
Admire the rainforest biodiversity of Carara National Park
Experience top birdwatching just 1.5 hours from San José
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the mangrove forest
Have a private biologist guiding your adventure
Full Description ?
Begin your journey with a scenic 1.5-hour drive from San José to Carara National Park in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Walk accessible trails guided by a knowledgeable biologist, spotting scarlet macaws, spider monkeys, poison dart frogs, and more. Next, explore the unique mangrove forests of Tárcoles River and encounter the largest American crocodiles in the Americas. Finish your tour with a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local soda diner before returning to San José. This tour is small-group, educational, and designed to immerse you in Costa Rica’s wildlife.
What’s Included ?
Small-group tour
Private biologist or naturalist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Boat ride along the mangrove forest
Lunch at a traditional diner
What to Bring ?️
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat and sunscreen
Camera or smartphone
Insect repellent
Water bottle
Why Travelers Love It ❤️
Visitors praise the knowledgeable and passionate guides, the chance to see wildlife up close, and the combination of rainforest and mangrove ecosystems. Guests highlight the personal attention from small group tours and the seamless, memorable experience.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
Definitely an adventure! The guides gave us extra recommendations for local businesses. Amazing and very well organised.
A lovely time, music, dancing, and paradise island!
What can we say but awesome well worth trip 7 days what more can. The team was great and they made our day good for sun.
A truly magnificent time all round! Book today and experience the best day out and service with this trip.
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