This National Park is a worldwide known birding destination as it has a very diverse birdlife, where stands out the Scarlet Macaw, a species that is in danger of extinction, being the second largest species of Psittacidae of Costa Rica.
The Carara Carara National Park, which in indigenous Huetar language means “River of lizards”, has the only transition forest in Central Pacific, resulting in a diversity of flora and fauna, where converge typical species of dry and humid forests.
What to expect
Carara National Park covers a low mountainous area of 15,000 acres and preserves the transitional forest between the Dry Tropical Forest and the Rainy one.
Home of many mammals, as well as the rare scarlet macaw, and a vast number of species of plants and trees. Appreciate the wonders of this intricate eco-system walking along its trails. You will observe several species of monkeys, birds, immense crocodiles, iguanas and frogs along the Tárcoles River.
It is the first national park in having a universal access trail, where the visitor can live the experience of being in the forest, known endemic species like the Cafecillo, large trees, and see the relationship between some of the species.
What's included?
- Roundtrip transportation
- Snack
- Entrance fees
- Bilingual naturalist guide
Departure and Return
Pick-up Time: 6:30 a.m. approx
Departure Point and Hotels:
- Coming soon!
If your hotel is not listed please go to any of the hotels in this list 15 minutes before the time of departure.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What to bring?
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Suntan lotion
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat
Requirements
- All ages
- Good movility
What's not included
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the tour.
You may like these other activities departing from your hotel in Jaco Beach:
Pacific Aerial Tram
Tranopy Tour
