Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk
Overview
Manuel Antonio, created in 1972, is one of Costa Rica's smallest national parks and one of its most visited, for good reason: rainforest runs right down to white-sand coves on the Pacific, and the trees are full of animals. Both two-toed and three-toed sloths live here, along with three kinds of monkey, including the endangered Central American squirrel monkey, plus iguanas, coatis and more than 180 species of bird.
Without a guide, most visitors walk straight past the sloths. With one, you stop every few minutes: the guide sets up a telescope on a sloth high in a tree, a sleeping bat colony or a camouflaged frog, and you can take photos through the lens. The walk follows the park's main trails for around 3 kilometres to Manuel Antonio beach.
After the tour, stay on in the park to swim at Manuel Antonio or Espadilla Sur beach. The park is closed on Tuesdays and limits daily visitors, so we book tickets ahead. Go early for the best wildlife.
Highlights
- Spot sloths and monkeys through a guide's telescope
- Three species of monkey, including squirrel monkeys
- Rainforest trails down to the Pacific
- Time to swim at Manuel Antonio beach
- Small groups with a naturalist guide
What's included
- Naturalist guide with telescope
- National park entrance
- Return transport from Manuel Antonio hotels, where offered
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Location
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Frequently asked questions
Manuel Antonio National Park is closed every Tuesday. Daily numbers are limited, so tickets are booked in advance.
Park rules restrict what you can bring: plastic bags, crisps and many snacks are not allowed, and feeding the animals is forbidden. Bring water in a reusable bottle; your guide will confirm the current rules.
