
Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 98 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience worth booking?
Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience is a 2-hour experience in Quepos, Costa Rica, from $30 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 98 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (98)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Are you looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure? Join us at the Main Entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park, where your ICT Certified Nature Specialist will guide you on a 2-hour journey through lush rainforest trails in search of incredible animals. With over 16 years of guiding experience, I’ll help you uncover wildlife hidden in plain sight — from sloths, monkeys, toucans, and colorful birds to butterflies, lizards, iguanas, crabs, and more. You'll also learn fascinating facts about the park’s vibrant ecosystem. Choose between a Group or Private Tour, based on the kind of experience you prefer. During the walk, I’ll take photos and videos of your favorite animals using a Swarovski Spotting Scope, free of charge — giving you unforgettable memories to take home. We'll end at the stunning Manuel Antonio Beach, where you'll have time to relax or swim, then continue toward the park exit. We look forward to sharing this wild and wonderful experience with you!
What you get
About this experience
Are you looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure? Join us at the Main Entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park, where your ICT Certified Nature Specialist will guide you on a 2-hour journey through lush rainforest trails in search of incredible animals. With over 16 years of guiding experience, I’ll help you uncover wildlife hidden in plain sight — from sloths, monkeys, toucans, and colorful birds to butterflies, lizards, iguanas, crabs, and more. You'll also learn fascinating facts about the park’s vibrant ecosystem. Choose between a Group or Private Tour, based on the kind of experience you prefer. During the walk, I’ll take photos and videos of your favorite animals using a Swarovski Spotting Scope, free of charge — giving you unforgettable memories to take home. We'll end at the stunning Manuel Antonio Beach, where you'll have time to relax or swim, then continue toward the park exit. We look forward to sharing this wild and wonderful experience with you!
What's included
Included
- All pictures and videos taking with our spotting scope would be for free.
- Our Top of line Swarovski Crystals Scope
- After booking you will recieve all the instrutions for the tour.
- Licence Tour Guide by ICT (Costa Rican Tourism Chamber)
Not included
- Admissions for national park are not include (adults $18, Child $5)
- Transportation is not include. Transportation is available with at extra feed
What you'll see and do
Playa Manuel Antonio
One of the best Beaches in Costa Rica
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quepos
We will meet at the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park. Once when you book the tour we will provide all the instructions and our contact information.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our tour will end at Manuel Antonio Beach, an amazing place with white sand and exuberant nature.
Options you can book
Manuel Antonio Park Private Nature Guided Tour Experience
Private(Park feeds No Include): Tickets are not included in the price. Instructions on how to purchase them online will be sent after booking. Meeting with your Guide. : Instructions on meeting your guide will be sent after booking. Please check your email for the welcome message.
Manuel Antonio Park Group Tour
Group (tickects not Include): Tickets are not included in the price. Instructions on how to purchase them online will be sent after booking. Meeting with your guide.: Instructions on meeting your guide will be sent after booking. Tickets are not included in the price.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Costa Rica Wáköö Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be responsible visitor, if by any chance you are having any delays on Breakfast, mechanical or any other issues please let us know is not nice for others waiting for you to show up, after 10 minutes of a wait at the agreed pickup place, it would be considered as NO SHOW and refunds are not applicable.
- Remember animals are not held in captivity and the national park is not a Zoo, We promise to do our best to find as many animals as we can, but we can't warranty that you will see certain animals are certain times. Their house is about 1000 hectares of land and the national park is only %10 of the property open to the public so they have many places to go.
- In any case of bad weather tour would be rescheduled or Refund
- Remember only water,any kind of juices, fruits and already prepper sandwiches are allowed in the national park
- Not recommended for travelers with knees problems or hips
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 98 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
98 verified traveler reviews for Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience with our guide at Manuel Antonio
Our guide Jason was fantastic. He was personable, attentive, and knowledgeable. He spotted many animals and insects for us and helped capture amazing photos and videos which he shared at the end of the tour. We especially enjoyed how he shared information about the behaviors and scientific facts about the animals, as well as insights about Costa Rica's culture and history. Jason was also funny and shared stories. We felt that the tour was a great value. And, had we not hired a guide, we probably would have mostly seen plants and trees.
via Tripadvisor
Costa Rica is a small country. You can see it and explore in a week, said no one ever!
I have been to Costa Rica a couple of times and every time I learn something new. It has diversity in culture just like it's Flora and Fauna. This time we explored Manuel Antonio National Park. Our guide Javier Laguna was in charge educating us on this country, but creating an understanding on how the ecosystem works,and how important it is not not only for Costa Rica, but the world! Although, I know Spanish, my friends didn't. Javier is so knowledgeable of the animals and flora, that he was able to translate perfectly amd even provided scientific terms. The park is now regulated as you have to buy tickets in advance and provide passport details or cédula. No food,no sun block or any other items are permitted to protect the flora and fauna. Reusable bottles are permitted. Javier provided us with fruit inside. At the end of the tour you get to enjoy the beautiful, clean soft sandy beach. Pura Vida!
via Tripadvisor
Buy you tix b4 booking the tour
Amazing customer service. Jason was a gem at trying to sort out our situation. Please remember to purchase your tickets prior to booking the tour. Manuel Antonio park is amazing! We saw tons of animals: sloths (at least 5), howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, capucin monkeys, iguanas, spiders, frogs, bats, aguila, snakes and so much more!
via Viator
Great experience
We did a private tour and it was great. You can see some of the animals without a guide but the illusive ones we definitely would have missed. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent job
Danny did a great job and was excellent in spotting a variety of species in the rain forest. I would hire him again in an instant.
Response from the operator: We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Nature Guide Tour at Manuel Antonio National Park. Thank you for the recommendation! Kind Regards, Costa Rica Wakoo Tours.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $30 to $65
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 34
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Costa Rica Wáköö Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.2.
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Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quepos.
How much does Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quepos usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quepos is not rushed.
Is Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 98 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quepos, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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Around 34 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quepos can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quepos and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quepos within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quepos?
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On Outty we rank every Quepos experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Waterfall Adventure, Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour - Longest Twin Zip Line in Central America, Manuel Antonio Park Tour and its Amazing Wildlife and Beaches. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quepos?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quepos?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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Included: All pictures and videos taking with our spotting scope would be for free; Our Top of line Swarovski Crystals Scope; After booking you will recieve all the instrutions for the tour; and Licence Tour Guide by ICT (Costa Rican Tourism Chamber). Not included: Admissions for national park are not include (adults $18, Child $5); and Transportation is not include. Transportation is available with at extra feed. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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We will meet at the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park. Once when you book the tour we will provide all the instructions and our contact information. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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Across 98 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Manuel Antonio Park Private Nature Guided Tour Experience, Manuel Antonio Park Group Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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