Manuel Antonio tours are usually day trips from Manuel Antonio or Quepos. There are a number of tour companies specializing in outdoor activities and adventure tours. Visitors to Manuel Antonio will find a pleasant diversity and a number of quality operators.

Manuel Antonio tour options are abundant. Some of the tour options include:

  • Manuel Antonio National Park animal & bird watching tours provided by El Aguila Mayor takes visitors to the national park where travelers get to hike for about 3.5 hours looking at wildlife, birds and vegetation. This is a half day tour with rates starting at US$40. Tour includes hotel pick up, entrance fees, naturalist guide, spotting equipment, snacks and transport.
  • Manuel Antonio ATV tours takes adventurers into the mountain terrain where you'll drive through rivers and muddy trails. This company offers a swim in the Quebrada de Arroyo waterfall.
  • Manuel Antonio dive tours are about viewing marine life. The diving is different than in a place like Belize. There aren't the same varieties of fish, but the number of mammals found in the Pacific Ocean of Costa Rica is astounding and if you can tweak your idea of diving, you'll really enjoy what you see.
  • Manuel Antonio Horse back riding tours offers travelers a chance to get out into the mountainous back country or ride on the beach. There are trips that follow the river and provide opportunities for wildlife viewing. Ride to a waterfall and then relax in the waterfall's lagoon.
  • Manuel Antonio mangrove paddling & fishing tours heads up the beautiful Isla Damas Mangrove which is a protected sanctuary teeming with bird & wildlife. Paddle, float, fish, play and relax on this tour where the waters are gentle and the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable. It's also possible to kayak to this mangrove.
  • Manuel Antonio mountain bike tours offer by Estrella Tours provides guided tours to a number of destinations near Manuel Antonio. This tour company covers the entire range of skills from beginner to expert.
  • Luna sport fishing tours in Quepos provides day sport fishing and packages.
  • Costa Rica fishing facts and information for anglers planning a sport fishing trip to Manuel Antonio.
  • Manuel Antonio sport fishing tours offered by Bluefin & specializes in fly and sport fishing in Quepos but also organizes trips to other destinations in Costa Rica.
  • Quepos sport fishing provides charters and is located near Manuel Antonio. They focus on fishing but can arrange accommodations, as well.
  • Manuel Antonio sailing tours are provided by local outfitters such as Sunset Sails and offers a variety of sailing tour options including sun set sails. Half day tours start at US$75 per person.
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Farm tour is a tour of the Fincas Naturales Widlife Refuge which is a 25 acre private wildlife refuge offering nature exhibits which include orchids, butterfly gardens, an aquatic garden and crocodile exhibit.
  • Manuel Antonio spice tour of a botanical spice farm and learn about vanilla. Walk through the plantation and taks the flavors of an assortment of gourmet spices such as vanilla, cinnamon and chocolate.
  • Manuel Antonio zip line tours offered by Titi adventure tour company minutes from Manuel Antonio Quepos. Titi Canopy tours offers 12 zip line cables and 450m (1,475 ft) above the ground. The tour grounds also have a butterfly garden and nature walks.
  • Manuel Antonio white water rafting & kayaking tours by Amigos del Rio offers river rafting, sea kayaking and kayaking on the Damas Island estuary.
  • Manuel Antonio white water rafting tours are offered on the Savegre & Naranjo Rivers by Iguana Tours. White water rafting season runs from April to December and the rapids are classified as III & IV on the Naranjo & Class II, III & IV on the Savegre.

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Manuel Antonio National Park

Manuel Antonio National Park is Costa Rica' premier national park where visitors will find the beautiful jungle meets the breathtaking Pacific Ocean. Be sure to schedule a stop at Manuel Antonio on your travel itinerary.

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Quepos Costa Rica is the nearest village to Manuel Antonio National Park. A former fishing village, Quepos offers a charm and tranquility that is unsurpassed. The views from the hotels in town are outstanding. If you can't stay in Quepos, be sure to stop and enjoy a cup of coffee.