Costa Rica: Manuel Antonio National Park Group Guided Tour｜Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Wildlife Tour
See more wildlife in Manuel Antonio National Park with a local naturalist—not a rushed crowd walk. This guided tour is built for one thing: maximizing sightings and helping you leave with better photos.

I’m a certified naturalist guide with 16 years of experience and the founder of Waköö Tours, a small family business in Manuel Antonio. I guide with patience, strong wildlife strategy, and a Swarovski ATX spotting scope so you can view animals clearly—even high in the canopy. I’ll help you capture sharp phone photos through the scope and share the best shots after the tour, including high-definition 4K moments when possible.

Potential sightings include: sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, frogs, reptiles, bats, and more (wildlife is wild, but experience + tools dramatically improve your chances). The tour ends near the beach area, so you can relax, swim, or keep exploring.

Tour start times

Choose: 7:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., or 12:30 p.m. Early tours are quieter, but every time slot has unique sightings.

Why this tour stands out
Outcome-focused guiding: more sightings + better photos
Swarovski scope for close-up views you can’t get alone
Easy pace, frequent stops, real explanations (behavior + ecology)
16 years local experience + family business care

What’s included
Guided tour inside Manuel Antonio National Park
Local certified naturalist guide
Swarovski ATX spotting scope
Photo assistance + photos shared after

Not included
National Park entrance ticket
Transportation
Parking fees (private lots)
IMPORTANT: Park ticket NOT included
Park tickets are personalized (full name + passport number) and must be purchased on the official SINAC website (not in person):
https://serviciosenlinea.sinac.go.cr/

When to buy tickets (recommended)
Peak season (Dec 22 – Jan 1): at least 22 days ahead
High season (Dec – Apr): 5–7 days ahead (earlier is better)
Low season (May – Nov): usually 1 day before works
Tickets are sold by time slot—choose the closest available slot if needed.

After booking (important)
You’ll receive a welcome message with meeting point, what to bring, ticket reminders, park guidelines, and seasonal tips. Please provide your phone number (WhatsApp preferred) so we can contact you quickly if needed.

Meeting point + punctuality
Meet at Supermarket Joseth, next to Chalo Parking, right before the park entrance (not the beach entrance). Arrive 10 minutes early. We wait up to 10 minutes and then begin; late guests can catch up on the trail.

Parking tip
No official park parking—lots are private (often around $10 cash). Vendors may try to stop you earlier; many guests prefer Chalo Parking.

What to bring
Water (reusable bottle recommended), sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable shoes, and your phone/camera. Single-use plastics/food restrictions may apply inside the park.

Book now for a wildlife-focused Manuel Antonio tour that delivers real sightings and great photos.