Unforgettable Private Manuel Antonio Tour with Karla. A Must-Do in Costa Rica. - Our private Manuel Antonio National Park tour from San José with Karla at Paticas Travel was absolutely unforgettable. It’s an absolute must-do for anyone visiting Costa Rica. Karla picked us up at our hotel promptly at 5:00 AM in her car, and from the very start the day was perfectly planned and executed. On the drive down, we stopped for a delicious breakfast and then at a bridge overlooking a river where we spotted three or four crocodiles basking below…such a cool surprise! Shortly after, we pulled over at the scenic Jacó sign, where we were lucky enough to see four colorful macaws flying overhead and another perched in a nearby tree. Incredible photo opportunity. Once inside Manuel Antonio National Park, we walked along the trails and saw several monkeys, iguanas, and our personal highlight, a sloth in a tree holding its baby. From there, we visited a couple of stunning beaches before heading to a local soda for a truly delicious lunch. As a side note, we’re not really beach people. Most visitors would probably spend much more time swimming and sunbathing because the beaches were stunning (bring your suits and towels!). I’m sure that must have thrown Karla for a loop, but she did a phenomenal job filling the afternoon by taking us after lunch to explore nearby towns like Quepos and Jacó, and then on to the beautiful Playa Herradura, where we watched a spectacular sunset. On the ride back to our hotel, we listened to her awesome music playlist while chatting about different artists and sharing songs…such a fun and personal touch. Throughout the entire drive to and from, Karla also taught us about Costa Rica’s history and even gave us lessons on popular Costa Rican phrases, which made the journey fly by. Karla is an outstanding guide…professional, incredibly knowledgeable, and warm in a way that immediately puts you at ease. It was truly a pleasure supporting a local family business, and you can feel how much pride she takes in what she does. If you’re looking for a tour in Costa Rica with a personal touch, a local guide who is fully bilingual, and someone who will go above and beyond to make your day special, look no further than Karla at Paticas Travel. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.

Unforgettable Manuel Antonio Tour with Karla. A Must-Do in Costa Rica - Our private Manuel Antonio National Park tour from San José with Karla at Paticas Travel was absolutely unforgettable. It’s an absolute must-do for anyone visiting Costa Rica. Karla picked us up at our hotel promptly at 5:00 AM in her car, and from the very start the day was perfectly planned and executed. On the drive down, we stopped for a delicious breakfast and then at a bridge overlooking a river where we spotted three or four crocodiles basking below…such a cool surprise! Shortly after, we pulled over at the scenic Jacó sign, where we were lucky enough to see four colorful macaws flying overhead and another perched in a nearby tree. Incredible photo opportunity. Once inside Manuel Antonio National Park, we walked along the trails and saw several monkeys, iguanas, and our personal highlight, a sloth in a tree holding its baby. From there, we visited a couple of stunning beaches before heading to a local soda for a truly delicious lunch. As a side note, we’re not really beach people. Most visitors would probably spend much more time swimming and sunbathing because the beaches were stunning (bring your suits and towels!). I’m sure that must have thrown Karla for a loop, but she did a phenomenal job filling the afternoon by taking us after lunch to explore nearby towns like Quepos and Jacó, and then on to the beautiful Playa Herradura, where we watched a spectacular sunset. On the ride back to our hotel, we listened to her awesome music playlist while chatting about different artists and sharing songs…such a fun and personal touch. Throughout the entire drive to and from, Karla also taught us about Costa Rica’s history and even gave us lessons on popular Costa Rican phrases, which made the journey fly by. Karla is an outstanding guide…professional, incredibly knowledgeable, and warm in a way that immediately puts you at ease. It was truly a pleasure supporting a local family business, and you can feel how much pride she takes in what she does. If you’re looking for a tour in Costa Rica with a personal touch, a local guide who is fully bilingual, and someone who will go above and beyond to make your day special, look no further than Karla at Paticas Travel. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.