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    Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk

    Guided wildlife walk in one of Costa Rica's most iconic parks

    • 2–3 hours
    • Manuel Antonio National Park
    • Private Tour or Group Tour

    Private

    From $80USD · all fees included

    Private $125 per personSmall group $80 per person

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    Three-toed sloth resting in the canopy on the Manuel Antonio National Park guided wildlife walk, Costa RicaCosta Rica nature tour photoTent-making bats roosting under a leaf in Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

    1 of 3The experience

    • A scope on every tourYour guide puts the animal in the scope and helps you photograph it with your phone
    • On-time pickupWe confirm your pickup time and place before the tour
    • Answers every dayWhatsApp 8:00–20:00
    • Truly wildRespectful distance; sightings are never guaranteed
    • Fast, real replies
    • Free trip planning
    • Organization & bookings
    • Spaces held for you
    • Private & small groups
    • Large groups & universities

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    ★★★★★ 5.0 · 1 reviews

    Anal Dave· January 2026 · Google

    I reached out to Elias 2 weeks ago for a photo tour during my stay at La Fortuna. He set up a birding tour, an amazing night photo tour in La Fortuna and a wildlife photo tour in Manuel Antonio National Park. Guides Gabriel, José "Chino" and Andrew were exceptionally knowledgeable — they suggested good compositions for photography (my first time at wildlife photo) and found specific species I wanted. Elias was prompt, pleasant and made sure each tour was reasonably priced with attention to detail. He even got us discounts on self-guided hikes. Communication was excellent in English throughout. I would highly recommend Elias Nature Tours for all guided tour needs in La Fortuna and beyond.

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    Included

    Included & what to bring

    Included

    • Professional naturalist guide
    • Spotting scope
    • Park entrance
    • Snack
    • Transport not included — quoted separately by hotel/zone

    What to bring

    • Water
    • Camera
    • Sun protection
    • Comfortable walking shoes

    What to know

    Gallery

    What you may see

    Real photographs from our departures. Sightings are never guaranteed.

    How it works
    1. 1

      Choose your date

      Date, modality and travellers at checkout.

    2. 2

      We authorize your card

      The amount is held; NOT charged until VIVO confirms.

    3. 3

      We confirm in writing

      Email and WhatsApp with time, meeting point and assigned guide.

    4. 4

      Your private portal

      You receive your portal with itinerary, calendar invite and support.

    Where exactly it is

    Manuel Antonio National Park

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    Tour Location· Manuel Antonio National Park

    4.5(24,403)Wed-Mon 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)
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    You are viewing the private tour.Prefer a shared departure?
    Duration
    2–3 hours
    Start time
    7:00am / 1:00pmSubject to availability
    Group style
    Private or small group
    Pickup
    Pickup can be coordinated
    Languages
    EN / ES
    • Fast, real replies
    • Free trip planning
    • Organization & bookings
    • Spaces held for you
    • Private & small groups
    • Large groups & universities

    Gallery

    What you may see

    Real photographs from our departures. Sightings are never guaranteed.

    About the experience+

    The experience

    Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk

    Manuel Antonio National Park is the smallest and most biodiverse national park in Costa Rica — a compact 16 km² mosaic of primary and secondary tropical rainforest that spills straight onto white-sand Pacific beaches. Our private guided wildlife walk is designed to make the most of that density: with an expert naturalist and a professional spotting scope you can expect three-toed and two-toed sloths in the cecropia trees, white-faced capuchin, mantled howler and Central American squirrel monkeys (the endangered mono titi is a Manuel Antonio specialty), coatis, agoutis, iguanas, basilisks, and a long list of birds — fiery-billed aracari, chestnut-mandibled toucans, trogons, motmots, tanagers and pelicans working the coastline. The 2 to 3-hour walk follows the shaded, mostly flat main trail (Perezoso and Sendero Playa Espadilla Sur), so it suits families, seniors and casual hikers, and finishes at Playa Manuel Antonio for an optional swim. Early-morning entries deliver the highest wildlife activity and cooler temperatures. Included: park ticket, bilingual naturalist guide and scope. a relaxed, photography-friendly way to see Costa Rica's most iconic wildlife park without navigating the queues alone. Transport is not included — we quote it separately by hotel and zone.

    What we focus on

    Provider requirements and availability.

    Highlights+

    Highlights

    What makes this day different

    Book 24hrs in advance

    One of the most biodiverse parks in the world

    Beach time possible after tour

    Itinerary+

    Itinerary

    Your day, hour by hour

    Indicative timings — we adapt to wildlife activity and weather.

    1. 6:30 AMHotel pickup

      Private transport from your La Fortuna area hotel.

    2. 6:50 AMArrive at Manuel Antonio National Park

      Briefing with your bilingual naturalist guide.

    3. 7:00 AMGuided experience begins

      Immersive interpretation at a boutique pace.

    4. 8:00 AMWildlife & photo stops

      Curated stops for sightings and photography.

    5. 9:00 AMReturn to hotel

      Comfortable transfer back to your accommodation.

    Included

    Included & what to bring

    Included

    • Professional naturalist guide
    • Spotting scope
    • Park entrance
    • Snack
    • Transport not included — quoted separately by hotel/zone

    What to bring

    • Water
    • Camera
    • Sun protection
    • Comfortable walking shoes
    Pickup & times+

    Logistics

    Practical details before you book

    Pickup can be coordinated

    Manuel Antonio National Park

    Share your hotel or Airbnb name during checkout and we confirm pickup time and any transport cost in writing.

    What to know

    Where exactly it is

    Manuel Antonio National Park

    Open directions

    Tour Location· Manuel Antonio National Park

    4.5(24,403)Wed-Mon 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)
    Open in Google Maps

    Booking window

    Requests close 36h before departure. Inside that window we still try, but availability is not confirmed.

    This experience accepts a card authorization online: the amount is held, never charged, until VIVO confirms.

    2 Adults · 10

    Cancellation & changes

    • 100% − 5%: Green 24h+ · Peak 72h+
    • 50% − 5%: Green — · Peak 48–72h
    • Non-refundable: Green Under 24h · Peak Under 48h
    • No-show: no refund and no rescheduling.
    • The 5% processing fee is kept only when the guest cancels — never when VIVO cancels for weather, safety or operations.
    • Rescheduling is free when requested within the refund window and subject to availability. Outside that window it is not guaranteed. No rescheduling fees.
    • Discounted and group bookings follow the same seasonal policy.
    • Refunds go to the original payment method in 5–10 business days. Never cash.
    Private or small group+

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    Experience comparison table
    DetailYou are viewingManuel Antonio National Park Guided WalkDamas Island Mangrove Boat TourSukia Park Nocturnal Wildlife TourEsquipulas Rainforest Birding Tour
    Duration2–3 hours2 hours2 hours5–6 hours
    PriceFrom $80From $125From $125From $175
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    TransportOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
    ModalityPrivate or groupPrivatePrivatePrivate
    BookingInstant date holdInstant date holdInstant date holdInstant date hold
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    FAQ+

    Questions

    Frequently asked

    How long does this tour last?

    It lasts 2–3 hours. Start times: 7:00am and 1:00pm.

    Is transport or pickup included?

    Transport is never included in the tour price. We quote it separately by hotel and zone so you only pay for the route you actually need.

    Is the park entrance included?

    The guided walk is what you book here; park entry is bought per person for the exact date and can sell out, so we confirm your slot before charging.

    Are park entrance tickets refundable?

    If VIVO purchases/arranges park entrance tickets on your behalf: Manuel Antonio National Park entrance tickets are non-refundable once purchased. If a cancellation qualifies for a refund after the tickets have been purchased, only the refundable guided-service portion is eligible; the cost of issued park tickets is excluded from the refund.

    What should we bring?

    Light clothes, closed shoes, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Single-use plastics and outside food are restricted inside the park.

    What happens if it rains?

    Rain is part of the rainforest and the tour normally runs; we bring rain gear. If conditions become unsafe, we reschedule or refund according to our policy.

    More questions about tours in this area? Read the Manuel Antonio tours FAQ

    Free cancellation 24h+ Green / 72h+ Peak (−5% fee)

    Manuel Antonio National Park

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    How booking works
    1. 1

      Choose your date

      Date, modality and travellers at checkout.

    2. 2

      We authorize your card

      The amount is held; NOT charged until VIVO confirms.

    3. 3

      We confirm in writing

      Email and WhatsApp with time, meeting point and assigned guide.

    4. 4

      Your private portal

      You receive your portal with itinerary, calendar invite and support.

    Verified reviews

    What travellers said about this experience

    5.0 · 1 verified reviews shownRead all verified reviews
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    Anal Dave

    January 2026 · Google

    I reached out to Elias 2 weeks ago for a photo tour during my stay at La Fortuna. He set up a birding tour, an amazing night photo tour in La Fortuna and a wildlife photo tour in Manuel Antonio National Park. Guides Gabriel, José "Chino" and Andrew were exceptionally knowledgeable — they suggested good compositions for photography (my first time at wildlife photo) and found specific species I wanted. Elias was prompt, pleasant and made sure each tour was reasonably priced with attention to detail. He even got us discounts on self-guided hikes. Communication was excellent in English throughout. I would highly recommend Elias Nature Tours for all guided tour needs in La Fortuna and beyond.

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