Corcovado National Park Tour from Uvita, Costa Rica

If you are willing to live a wild experience and feel nature in all its glory, join us on this fantastic tour to Corcovado National Park. Corcovado is the largest protected area in the country that shelters one of the last remnants of primary forest on the Pacific coast of the entire American continent.

Price $145
$135 per person

Corcovado National Park: A Biodiversity Hotspot

Corcovado National Park hosts an impressive 3% of biodiversity on this side of the planet (far more than the UK, Canada, and the US combined). It houses the impressive sum of 2800 species of plants, 400 species of birds (including 16 species of hummingbirds and the largest number of red macaws anywhere in Central America), at least 10,000 species of insects, 28 species of lizards, 40 species of frogs, many species of snakes, as well as mammals such as the Baird tapir, the rare harpy eagle, jaguar, puma, red-backed squirrel monkeys, sloths, and the list goes on and on, which has made this national park “the most intense place on Earth” in terms of biodiversity according to National Geographic. For its great natural beauty, its great biological importance mentioned above, and the fact that it is a site that allows the observation of a large number of species in their natural habitat, this tour becomes the best choice for nature lovers in its purest state. Dare to feel the natural magic of this oasis of life!

Tour Itinerary

Departure from Uvita

  • Meeting point: Ballena Tour Costa Rica office
  • Departure time: 7:00 AM
  • Arrival at San Pedrillo Ranger Station: Approximately 1.5 hours later

At Corcovado National Park

  • At the San Pedrillo Ranger Station, there are bathrooms and showers available
  • Our guide will provide safety information and an explanation of the itinerary
  • Hike on the trails for approximately 3.5 hours
  • Lunch break

Return to Uvita

  • Departure from Corcovado: 2:30 PM
  • Arrival in Uvita: Around 3:30 – 4:00 PM
  • Possibility of spotting whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds during the boat ride

What’s Included

  • Corcovado National Park entrance fee
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish-English)
  • Safety gear
  • First aid kit
  • Lunch
  • Water and fruit
  • Insurance policy

Recommendations

  • Sunscreen and insect repellent
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Sandals for the boat ride and comfortable shoes for hiking
  • During the rainy season (June to November), a rain jacket or poncho is recommended
  • Small waterproof bags to store personal belongings
  • Light clothing, swimsuit, and towel

Why Choose Ballena Tour Costa Rica?

  • Expert local guides with in-depth knowledge of natural ecosystems
  • Commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism
  • Small group sizes for a more personalized experience
  • Modern, well-maintained equipment and boats
  • Excellent safety record and fully insured tours

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