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Jungle & Beach Experience

Passionate Naturalist Guide

Spectacular Flora & Fauna

Explore Costa Rica’s Most Famous National Park With Local Experts

Discover Manuel Antonio With Paddle 9!

Join us for a guided visit to Manuel Antonio National Park, the most popular national park in Costa Rica. This half-day experience gives you the chance to observe wildlife up close with the support of our certified naturalist guides. You’ll likely see monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and a variety of birds as you walk the main trails and learn about the area’s plants, animals, and history.

Our guides use professional binoculars to help you spot animals that are often hidden in plain sight. The tour ends at one of the park’s beautiful beaches, where you’ll have time to swim or just enjoy the scenery before heading back.

This is a relaxed and informative experience perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers looking to connect with nature during their time in Manuel Antonio.

Why Book With Paddle 9?

See incredible wildlife, from howler and capuchin monkeys to sloths, iguanas, toucans, macaws and much more!

Let our friendly naturalist guide educate you about the abundant plant and animal life as you navigate through the jungle and beach landscape

Spend the day exploring this beautiful and exciting park with us before hitting the pristine beach for a refreshing swim

Trip Details

Pricing & Logistics

Price

$75 per person
$55 per person (child 2-6 years old)
+ 13% sales tax

Departure times

7:00 AM / 12:30 PM

Meeting point

The Paddle 9 tour office in Quepos or we can provide transportation from anywhere in Quepos or Manuel Antonio.

Pickups outside of Quepos or Manuel Antonio are available for an additional cost. For more information or to schedule a pick up outside of these areas, please contact us.

Availability

Available daily, all year round

Duration

2.5 hours

Group size

2 person minimum – 13 person maximum

Included

Transportation
Certified bilingual guide
Binoculars

Not included

Picture package (available at an extra cost)
Guide gratuity

What to bring

Sunscreen
Camera
HIking shoes
Bathing suit & towel

Trip Overview

We will pick you up from your accommodations in Manuel Antonio or Quepos before making our way to the park. You will be guided by one of our certified naturalist guides who are incredibly passionate about sharing their wisdom of the natural world of Costa Rica with you along the scenic pathways of the park. Within a short walk you will have the opportunity to see three species of monkeys, two species of sloth, and a large variety of other wildlife. Each person will be equipped with their own pair of binoculars, so everyone can get engaged looking for animals.

A tour of Manuel Antonio National Park during your stay in Quepos is a must-do! The tour will end on the picturesque beaches of the park. You may choose to stay and unwind or take our shuttle service back to your accommodations.

Good to Know

Please advise us of any health conditions, recent injuries (especially back, neck or shoulder surgeries) or medical procedures that could affect your tour experience. Let us know about pregnancy, back pains, and any walking as well as dietary restrictions or preferences.

We have two rules at Paddle 9: 1) Be safe! and 2) Have serious fun! Paddle 9 prides itself in running safe tours and transport with the best logistics and safety procedures in the industry. Our guides and staff are well-trained in emergency situations and take your safety very seriously. Should an accident occur, we are covered by a comprehensive umbrella liability insurance policy.

Have more questions? You can check out our FAQ page.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It!

					Didn't I say I wouldn't jump off a cliff again after Jamaica? Well this was a waterfall so different right? Point being, take the tour with this group! Carlos drove us through the city, jungle and of course palm oil farm. While Roberto shared so much interesting information on Costa Rica. I learned so much. When we go to the park. Dk, Roberto aka Rasta, Mike, Tyler, and Jordan took such good care of us and we even had our own paparazzi ❤️. We made our way to the first fall going through a garden with so many plants. I had no clue how pepper, insulin and other cool plants grew. Once we made our way down to the first fall we had snacks waiting for us. We all got clay facials too. What a way to a girls heart! At the last fall we were given the option to climb a waterfall and jump off. DO IT! The team at paddle 9 takes safety seriously and helps you every step of the way literally. It's still scary but exhilarating. After this we went back up the hill spotted toucans ate lunch and napped on the way back to Quepos as Carlos got us safely home. One of the best memories in my life so far.
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Maricela Rich
4/04/2025
					Great tour to the waterfalls! Took my family of 6. I have one thrill seeking child and one timid one and everything in between. It was fun for all of us. You will need to know how to swim to feel confident, though. They have life jackets if you need. Everyone jumped into the first waterfall, 6 feet. After that, we were a mixed bag of involvement. Only my adventurous child jumped from 30feet. It didn't dampen anyone's enjoyment of the experience. The scenery was beautiful. The hiking was not strenuous but you will have to navigate some steep and slippery areas. It was worth it for the hidden views and waterfalls. Snack break was fresh and ripe local fruit. Our lunch break was at a tilapia farm. Rustic and delicious. They will recommend the whole fish, which I concur was perfect. Chicken tenders available for the faint of heart. They bring a photographer to document the trip. Worth the price. He'll let you preview his work before you pay. Ismael led our expedition. He and his crew were friendly and kind. They took care of us in everyway. They made sure we felt safe. They encouraged us in a wholesome way but didn't push anyone beyond what they felt comfortable with. During the 20 mins rides between sites, Ismael gave us great mini lectures regarding the local history of Manuel Antonio and its environs. Legit, made the drive interesting. Cultural insight you can't without interacting with locals. Did I mention that he and his crew are daredevils? They showed us their expert level jumps and aerials. At any rate, this was my personal favorite tour.
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Lee Yong Chan
3/28/2025
					Ken and Damien went above and beyond on our tour. They pointed out wildlife, vegetation, shared the rich history of Costa Rica and most importantly made it fun. We had a blast! Definitely recommend!
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S L
3/07/2025