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| Southern Pacific Coast & Osa Peninsula |
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Snorkeling At Caño Island Biological Reserve full day tour |
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We
depart early in the morning in our comfortable van from Dominical,
taking the Costanera Highway along the Pacific Ocean for about 90
minutes to Sierpe. We will stop there to have breakfast at the Oleaje
Sereno Restaurant (not included). Please bring money for the breakfast
as it is not provided as part of the tour. We will then take a
comfortable 90 minute boat ride through the largest area of mangrove
swamps in Central America to Caño Island. The Mangroves are
inhabited by crocodiles, snakes, four species of monkeys, and a great
variety of birds. Once through the Sierpe River Mouth we'll boat past
two of the most scenic areas in the country, Drake Bay and the Marenco
Biological Reserve. Along the beautiful coast we'll keep an eye out for
Dolphins as well as Humpback, Pilot and Killer Whales. After arriving
at the island we will snorkel for an hour in the crystal clear waters,
followed by a tasty picnic lunch. We offer several options for the
second part of the trip: 1) Hike up the trails to the archeological
cemetery where your professional guide will tell you about the
significance of the stone spheres. 2) Another session of great
snorkeling or 3) Stay on beach; as you prefer. Finally, we'll start
heading back to Dominical, returning you to your hotel.
Departure Time: 6:00 am Return Time: 6:30 pmWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing, strap sandals, hiking or sneakers shoes, mosquito repellent, sunblock, sunglasses, raincoat or poncho, binoculars, camera, plastic bags, extra water bottle, set of extra clothes, and towel. And don't forget your prescribed medicine if you take any. INCLUDES - Transportation from & to Dominical - Bilingual, naturalist guide - Lunch - Park entrance fee - Boat transportation - Snorkeling equipment
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| Terraba Crocodile Night Safari 4 hours tour |
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Leaving from Dominical late in the afternoon for to the town of Coronado, about a 45 minute drive.
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| Snorkeling & Kayaking At Marino Ballena National Park half day tour |
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We will launch our
kayaks at Playa Piñuelas, a short 30 minute drive from Dominical
in our comfortable van. Along the way we may stop to watch birds,
monkeys, sloths, etc. Aside from exuberant flora and fauna you will
also see breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. At the put-in, our
bilingual guides will tell you all about the park's history and teach
you important safety techniques. We do our best to make sure that you
get what you expect from the tour and will provide you the safest
equipment available.
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| Kayaking In The Waves And Caves Of Marino Ballena Park half day tour |
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Departing early in
the morning in our comfortable van, through the Costanera Highway,
along the Pacific Ocean for about 1 ½ hour, up to the town of
Sierpe. We’ll stop in Sierpe for 30 minutes to eat breakfast (not
included). Next we cruise down the Sierpe River on a cozy & covered
boat through the largest Mangrove swamp in Central America on the way
into the Pacific Ocean.
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Whale And Dolphin Watching Tour full day tour |
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Departing early in the morning in our comfortable van we'll drive down
the Costanera Highway and along the Pacific Ocean for about 1 ½
hour to the town of Sierpe . There, we'll stop for 30 minutes to eat a
tasty breakfast (not included). After breakfast we will board our cozy
boat and cruise for 45 minutes down the Sierpe River through the
largest Mangrove swamp in Central America , watching the abundant
wildlife along the shores.
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Kayaking The Hatillo Mangrove Swamps half day tour |
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Departing from Dominical, heading north for about 7 kilometers on the
Costanera Highway we will arrive at the Hatillo Mangrove Swamps next to
Guapil Beach. We may stop along the way to view sloths, toucans or
monkeys. At the put-in spot your guide will give safety instructions
and will explain to you the grand significance of this environment. We
will then introduce you to an easy, 3 hour paddle through the canals
discovering the beauty and the great variety of fauna that this estuary
offers. The tour's departure time depends upon the tide. Please contact
us for exact times.
Departure Time: 8:00 am Return Time: 12:30 pm What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, strap sandals, hiking or sneakers shoes, mosquito repellent, sunblock, sunglasses, raincoat or poncho, binoculars, camera, plastic bags, extra water bottle, set of extra clothes, and towel. And don't forget your prescribed medicine if you take any. INCLUDED - Transportation from & to Dominical - Bilingual, naturalist guide - Lunch - Park entrance fee - Fruits and drinks - Kayaks and safety equipment
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Scuba Diving at Caño Island Biological Reserve full day tour |
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Departing early in the morning in our comfortable van, through the
Costanera Highway, along the Pacific Ocean for about 1 ½ hour,
up to the town of Sierpe. There, we'll stop for 30 minutes to get
Breakfast (Not Included). After that, aboard a cozy & cover boat
that will take us for the first 45 minutes, on Sierpe River, through
the major concentration of Mangrove Swamps of Central America,
meanwhile we maybe able to see some of the wildlife on the river sides,
later, we get to the open ocean. When we get to the diving spots our professional Dive Master will briefly go over with the first dive intinerary and some instructions to make your dive even more enjoyable. After the first dive is done, we'll be dropped off on the island for a delicious Picnic Lunch, than will take you out for the last dive always hoping that the second one will be better that the first one. After this second part of the tour, we'll head back to Dominical.
Departure Time: 6:00 am Return Time: 6:30 pmWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing, strap sandals, hiking or sneakers shoes, mosquito repellent, sunblock, sunglasses, raincoat or poncho, binoculars, camera, plastic bags, extra water bottle, set of extra clothes, and towel. And don't forget your prescribed medicine if you take any. INCLUDED - Transportation from & to Dominical - Bilingual, naturalist guide - Lunch - Park entrance fee - Boat transportation - Diving equipment
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| Corcovado National Park & Caño Island Expedition 3 day package - Minimum of 4 people |
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Departing early in the morning we'll take a 1 ½ hour drive to the town of Sierpe where we'll stop for breakfast and then board our comfortable boat. We will travel down the Sierpe river, through dense mangrove swamps, and out into the open ocean, arriving at Caño Island for a 1½ hour snorkeling session. Next, we'll have lunch before we heading to Sirena Biological Station at Corcavado Park on the Osa Peninsula. Once there, we'll walk to the refuge and make ourselves at home in our shelter, rest a bit, and than take a short hike. We'll prepare a scrumpuous dinner and spend the evening hours in search of some of the abundant nocturnal wildlife including: frogs, snakes, Owls, Tapir and possibly even the elusive Jaguar. The
following morning, after breakfast, we'll take a long hike on well
maintained trails around the station which offer the largest
concentration of animals, birds, incredible trees and lush vegetation
in the area. We'll return to the station for lunch and you'll have free
time to roam the area at your leasure. In the afternoon you can either
hike some more or listen to an interesting talk by your naturalist
guide and learn more about this amazing part of the world. Your night's
activities are completely up to you. On the
third day we'll take a short hike after breakfast, come back to the
station and prepare for our boat trip back to Sierpe. We'll have lunch
somewhere on the way back, either along the coast or the Sierpe river.
We'll conclude our trip by making our way back through the mangrove
swamps, full of interesting things for you to see and learn. That
afternoon we'll arrive back in Dominical. Departure Time: 6:30 am Return Time: 5:30 pm, 3 days later INCLUDED
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