Wildlife Safari Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Wildlife Safari Tour worth booking?
Wildlife Safari Tour is a 9-hour experience in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, from $220 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $220 per person
It is a unique experience where you can visit two types of forests and discover different types of birds, reptiles, animals and plants that characterize Costa Rica as a paradise destination
What you get
About this experience
It is a unique experience where you can visit two types of forests and discover different types of birds, reptiles, animals and plants that characterize Costa Rica as a paradise destination
What's included
Included
- Transportation full a/c , bilingual tour guide ,waterfall, river boat safari,sloths animals santuary
What you'll see and do
Palo Verde National Park
The tour consists going to visit one of the most beautiful waterfall around here called llanos de cortez where you can swim or just enjoy the view then we going visit the national park called Palo Verde where we aboard a boat and take a ride for like 1:30 minutes during the time we see many types of wildlife such as white face monkeys,howler monkeys,cocodriles,big iguanas,lizards and differents type of birds after the boat ride we provide you a delicious costa rican lunch finally we going to visit a private reserve in Bigagua near the Tenorio Volcano there will do a little bit hiking to see sloths in his natural habitat, little frog's of differents colors,hummingbirds,butterflies and maybe some toucans when way back to the resort if you wants stop in Liberia City for doing some souvenirs is no problem we can do it.
540 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa Hermosa
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Wildlife Safari Tour
Exploring Personalized Experience Duration: 9 hours Costa Rican Lunch Minivan Pickup included
Private Transportation
Ingles, France and Germany Shopping in Liberia City Personalized Experience Duration: 9 hours Costa Rican Lunch Minivan Taxes included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alex On The Beach Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Wildlife Safari Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Safe and Exactly what I look for in tour packages
Booked the Safari excursions with Daniel and he made sure my family and I were well accommodated for private transportation with car seat included for my toddler which was a great consideration and that the trip itinerary was safe enough for my mom and toddler in the costa rican heat. The driver Juan was a great guide telling us about costa rican culture and traditions along the way and making sure we saw plants and wildlife on the ride to the excursion and back to the hotel. We were able to stop by a supermarket and souvenir outlet which was so nice of the driver to take us. All in all i felt very safe and the staff are honest and highly professional. I will book through them every time i come back to CR! Muchas gracias Daniel y Juan 🙏🏻
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for choosing us for your family's excursion in Costa Rica. It was a pleasure assisting you with your transportation and tour arrangements. We are delighted to hear that you felt safe, comfortable, and well accommodated throughout the experience. Providing personalized service for families, including special considerations for children and seniors, is very important to us. I will also share your kind comments with Juan. He takes great pride in showcasing Costa Rican culture, traditions, wildlife, and natural beauty, and he will be pleased to know that his efforts helped make your trip memorable. Thank you for your trust and confidence in our team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you and your family back to Costa Rica in the future. Kind regards, Daniel González Reservations Representative Alex on the Beach Tours and Excursions
via Tripadvisor
Excellent experience!!
We experienced for the Wildlife Safari Tour with Alex On The Beach Tours in late November and it was amazing! Our guide was Daniel and our driver was Marcos. They both had excellent knowledge of the nature, animals and birds we were seeing! We took a boat tour on the Bebedero River, and saw plenty of crocodiles, monkeys and birds. Then a delicious typical Costa Rican lunch at Soda Doña Carmen, which also had a butterfly garden for us to explore. Next was Bijagua rainforest where we saw sloths, frogs, snakes and many birds. Finally, we visited the beautiful Llanoz del Cortez waterfall. It was a day very well spent with excellent guides and we highly recommend it!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed experience. We are very happy to hear that the wildlife safari tour with Alex On The Beach Tours was amazing for you. It is a real pleasure that you mention our guide Daniel, and our driver, Marcos. They are very hard to provide not only excellent service, but also to share their deep knowledge of nature. We will send them your congratulations! We are glad that you enjoyed all parts of the day: the exciting boat ride on the Bebedero River, the delicious food in Soda Doña Carmen, the peaceful butterfly garden, the visit to Bijagua and, of course, the beauty of the Llanos del Cortez Waterfall. Your high recommendation is the best reward for our entire team. We sincerely hope to have the chance to welcome you back to Costa Rica 🇨🇷
via Tripadvisor
Costa Rica, June 2025, Riu Palace
Had a great time with our tour guides, Daniel and Johnny. Fun for the entire family. We stayed at the Riu Palace. We went on two expeditions with Alex on the beach. We went to a wildlife jungle tour, explored waterfalls, mud spa, hot springs, ziplining, horseback riding, and down the waterslide. So many great adventures and memories. In the wildlife tour we saw sloths, toucans, tree frogs, a snake, and lots of "blue jeans" frogs. Shuttles were prompt and provided lunches were terrific. Would recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your incredible review! It fills us with joy to know that they had such a wonderful time with us in Costa Rica, and that they enjoyed our expeditions with Alex On The Beach Tours, Daniel and Johnny. We strive to create memorable experiences for the whole family, and their kind words are the best reward. We hope to have them back very soon!
via Tripadvisor
Rainforest And Waterfall Experience
Alex was knowledgeable and engaging with information about the country, wildlife, history, and culture. I would definitely book a tour with him again.
via Tripadvisor
Great Experience in Costa Rica
We did 2 tours with Alex on the Beach. We travelled as a couple on our own with our Guide which was Pablo Campos on both occasions. He was friendly, knowledgeable and fun to be with and introduced us to some traditional Costa Rican foods. The first tour was the all day Wildlife Tour with Pablo and David. We saw a baby sloth at very close range which was brilliant, a tapir, monkeys, frogs, birds, snakes. A brilliant experience followed by lunch and a boat trip down the Tenorio/Corobici Rivers topped off by a swim in the Llanos de Cortez waterfall. Unforgetable day. Our 2nd trip was to the Hanging Bridges in Heliconias. No wildlife but still memorable especially for me as I am not normally that good with heights. This was followed by ATVs which was a bit of fun. All in all , I would thoroughly recommend Alex on the Beach as a Tour Guide company and also Pablo as a guide, who was brilliant
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $220 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Wildlife Safari Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa Hermosa.
How much does Wildlife Safari Tour cost?
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Prices start at $220 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa Hermosa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Wildlife Safari Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Playa Hermosa is not rushed.
Is Wildlife Safari Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Playa Hermosa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Wildlife Safari Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Wildlife Safari Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Wildlife Safari Tour?
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Around 4 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 Playa Hermosa 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 Playa Hermosa and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wildlife Safari Tour 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 Playa Hermosa 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 Playa Hermosa?
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On Outty we rank every Playa Hermosa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include La Leona waterfall adventure hike half day, White Water River Rafting Class III-IV from La Fortuna-Arenal, Guachipelin Zipline, River Tubing, Horseback Ride, Hot springs & Lunch Combo. 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 Playa Hermosa?
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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 Playa Hermosa?
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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 Wildlife Safari Tour?
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Included: Transportation full a/c , bilingual tour guide ,waterfall, river boat safari,sloths animal. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Wildlife Safari Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Playa Hermosa. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Wildlife Safari Tour 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 Wildlife Safari Tour?
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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 Wildlife Safari Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Wildlife Safari Tour 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 Wildlife Safari Tour?
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Across 11 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Wildlife Safari Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Wildlife Safari Tour, Private Transportation. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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