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Spend two hours with a bilingual naturalist through Manuel Antonio’s coastal rainforest, using a spotting scope to find sloths, monkeys, and secretive birds, then unwind on one of Costa Rica’s most famous beaches. Ideal for families and photographers seeking low-effort, high-reward wildlife viewing.
Spend two hours with a bilingual naturalist through Manuel Antonio’s coastal rainforest, using a spotting scope to find sloths, monkeys, and secretive birds, then unwind on one of Costa Rica’s most famous beaches. Ideal for families and photographers seeking low-effort, high-reward wildlife viewing.
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Operated by Manuel Antonio Wildlife · Quepos, Puntarenas
The trail opens under a low canopy and the rainforest seems to lean in, as if eager to share its secrets. Your guide pauses, trains a spotting scope on a distant branch, and you watch a squirrelly capuchin hatch a plan while the tide quietly frames the shoreline below. Over two hours the forest moves around you—leaves whispering, waves nudging the coast—while the guide points out the small, camouflaged life that keeps the park vibrant.
easy.
2–2.5 hours.
Minimal fitness required; participants should be able to walk uneven trails for up to two hours.
Yes—trails are short and rated easy; guides accommodate families and visitors with limited mobility, as noted in accessibility details.
Confirm at booking—many guided tours include entrance fees and allow time on the beach after the guided portion.
Common sightings include white-faced capuchin monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and a variety of coastal birds; sightings can’t be guaranteed but guides increase your chances.
Drones are prohibited in the national park; tripods are usually allowed but check with the operator and follow guide instructions to avoid blocking trails.
Manuel Antonio National Park was established in 1972 to conserve coastal rainforest and marine habitats, becoming one of Costa Rica’s most visited protected areas.
Stick to marked trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and pack out all trash—visitor behavior directly affects animal welfare and trail erosion.
Manuel Antonio Wildlife operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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