From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat｜Costa Rica

Corcovado National Park – San Pedrillo

This is a full-day tour operating approximately from 6:45 AM to 3:30 PM, offering a unique experience in one of the most impressive and biodiverse national parks in Costa Rica.

The adventure begins at our Dolphin Tour office in Uvita, where our guides will welcome you and provide a briefing about the day's activities. We will then board our boat for a scenic journey of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes along Costa Rica's beautiful South Pacific coastline. During the navigation, it is possible to observe dolphins, sea turtles, coastal birds, and, during the whale migration seasons (July to October and December to March), humpback whales.

Upon arrival at Corcovado National Park – San Pedrillo Station, we will begin a guided hike along some of the park's authorized trails.

The visit normally includes two guided hikes. The first hike lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours, allowing visitors to explore different tropical rainforest ecosystems while maximizing wildlife observation opportunities. Afterwards, we will enjoy a picnic-style lunch surrounded by nature and, depending on weather conditions, trail conditions, and park ranger recommendations, a second hike of approximately 1 hour will be conducted.

The duration and route of both hikes may vary depending on weather conditions, trail conditions, park regulations, and the pace of the group. During the rainy season, some trails may have muddy sections, stream crossings, or temporary route modifications for safety and conservation purposes.

Wildlife commonly observed during the tour includes:

• White-faced capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys and spider monkeys.
• Two-toed and three-toed sloths.
• Tapir.
• Peccaries.
• Coatis.
• Crocodiles and caimans.
• Snakes and various reptiles.
• Tropical frogs and insects.
• A wide variety of bird species, including scarlet macaws, toucans, hawks, and kingfishers.

Best Time to Visit

From December to March is considered the dry season and one of the best times to visit Corcovado due to favorable hiking conditions and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. However, the park offers extraordinary experiences throughout the entire year.

Important

• Tour start time: 7:00 AM.
• Approximate return time: 3:30 PM.
• Total duration: approximately 8.5 hours.
• Round-trip boat transportation included.
• Guided hikes inside Corcovado National Park.
• Picnic-style lunch included.
• Recommended for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and hikers.

Important Reservation Information

Due to high demand and the limited number of permits authorized by Costa Rica's National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), we strongly recommend making reservations at least three months in advance to maximize the chances of securing entrance permits to Corcovado National Park.

To process the purchase and reservation of park permits, it is mandatory to provide the full name and passport or identification number of each participant in advance.