Get a close look at the amazing wildlife Costa Rica has to offer with this amazing tour. This once in a lifetime experience allows you to paddle an open seat kayak for a few hours under the shade of several tall species of mangroves, which grow only in select areas of the world and in Costa Rica. While your paddling, you will find different species coexisting in their natural habitats such as sloths and numerous species of monkeys jumping from side to side through the tree’s canopy, hunt for nocturnal silky anteaters and several types of non-poisonous snakes resting in the mangroves. We can guarantee you that you are not going to come back the same after this wonderful experience learning about nature’s way of living and the peacefulness the wildlife can bring.
What to expect
Our Mangrove Boat Tour allows experimenting with the Damas Island Estuary and Mangrove ecosystem with an open-seat kayak.
A few hours paddling with the currents as your highly trained bilingual naturalist guides reveal the protected inland waterways of the Damas Estuary and mangrove habitat. Paddle comfortably under the shade of several tall species of mangroves, which grow only in select areas of the world and in Costa Rica. The pace of this adventure is determined by your abilities and interests, and the abundance of wildlife you want to stop and observe, all in its natural and breathtaking habitat. Watch sloths and numerous species of monkeys travel through the tree canopy, hunt for nocturnal silky anteaters and several types of non-poisonous snakes resting in the mangroves, and listen to the songs of the various marine birds as they glide over your kayak curiously looking for adventure. And whenever you want, stop and enjoy some local fresh fruits and refreshments as you pause to savor your adventures thus far.
This kayak tour is an unforgettably memorable experience that will help you understand and explain the exotic secrets and treasures of our Costa Rican tropical rain forest. And after your adventure, yet depending upon the time your trip began, enjoy a delicious and well-deserved Tico style meal (a hot breakfast or lunch) at one of our local Manuel Antonio restaurants.
What's included?
- Roundtrip transportation
- Bilingual naturalist guides
- Kayaks
- All equipment needed
- A terrific hot meal
- Snacks
- Refreshments.
Departure and Return
Pick-up Time: Depending upon the tides time.
Departure Point and Hotels:
- Manuel Antonio area hotels
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?
- Casual yet comfortable clothes and shoes for tropical weather
- Insect repellent
- Suntan lotion
- Camera.
Requirements
- Good physical condition, suitable for children
- Children under age 10 might have to paddle in a double kayak with an adult.
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 Manuel Antonio:
The Nature and Sunset Cruise
Horseback Riding at Don Gilberto’s Ranch and Tocori Waterfalls
