Kayak Tour: Explore Manuel Antonio Mangroves

Embark on a 2-hour kayak tour through Manuel Antonio’s mangroves. Discover rich biodiversity, capture unforgettable moments, and enjoy expert insights from seasoned guides.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nacarcosta Wildlife Adventure - Discover the mangroves of Quepos with our exciting kayak tour. Led by experienced guides, encounter a variety of wildlife and create lasting memories. Reserve your spot today!
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Fruits
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Embark on a truly unique adventure with our kayak tour through the mesmerizing mangroves of Manuel Antonio. Delve into the rich biodiversity of these forests, teeming with an astonishing array of wildlife. Our seasoned guides will expertly navigate you through this captivating ecosystem, offering fascinating insights into the local fauna. As you paddle…

Location
Mangrove Tours Nacarcosta
Go to the Nacarcosta facilities and ask about experiences in Manuel Antonio.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Scott_d
Apr 6, 2026
This is an amazing... - This is an amazing kayaking tour. We got the rare chance to see the sloth mom and its baby, the white face monkey mafia, a snake and a racoon family. Our guide is super friendly and tried hard to help us search all these animals.
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M5644fhcarolynj
Apr 5, 2026
On the TO DO list - Fabulous tour with Alex. He was very knowledgeable and had an excellent way to communicate clearly, in English, with his group. It was great to be a smaller group so Alex tailored our tour to spend more time in certain areas of the Mangrove. Thanks so much.
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Sandrine_m
Mar 28, 2026
Superb - Alex is a great guide who took the time to explain things to us and we saw a wide variety of animals. It is a nice walk very peaceful and pleasant
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Vacation35336620559
Mar 20, 2026
Amazing - We did the mangrove tour and it honestly exceeded our expectations. The duration is just right, giving you plenty of time to explore the canals at a relaxed pace, enjoy the scenery, and really take in the wildlife without feeling rushed. Everything was very well organized and professional from the start. They were punctual, clear with instructions, and the overall quality of the service was excellent. What truly made the experience stand out were the guides. They were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure everyone felt comfortable throughout the tour. On top of that, their knowledge of the mangrove ecosystem was impressive, and they explained everything in an engaging and easy to understand way. Thanks to their experience and sharp eyes, we were able to spot monkeys, several species of birds, and even crocodiles that we definitely would have missed on our own. You can tell they genuinely love what they do, and that passion really shows throughout the entire experience. Highly recommended. It is absolutely worth it.
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Mischa_s
Mar 3, 2026
Relaxed and informative mangrove tour! - Alex was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. He's well studied and has a great appreciation for the interconnected relationships between the animals and the environment. He was able to share information with an engaging style and personality! We highly recommend this relaxed paddling experience and wildlife tour.
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Marilynth3461jc
Feb 27, 2026
Relaxing silence in the Mangroves - At 8 am is the perfect time for kayaking. Just three of us plus a wonderful brand new guide who really knew his stuff. Alex was very knowledgeable about all the animal and plant species that we saw (herons, tanagers, woodcreepers, lizards, bats, walking palms, etc.) Other groups—including motorized boats—passed by, but much of the time we were the only humans within earshot. We took our time and were on the water more than the two hours advertised. Alex was great at helping us in & out of the kayaks. The kayaks were stable and we didn’t get wet to any great extent. The reception/dockside area has good facilities (snack area, washrooms) and a couple of lovely little nooks for relaxing afterwards or as you wait. After the paddle, Alex served delicious pineapple and watermelon—impressed by his carving skills. We know that Alex learned to always have a back-up laser or batteries on hand.
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J2948clkarlae
Feb 23, 2026
Amazing monkeys, great guide, perfect experience - Our guide Alex was incredible! The activity exceeded our expectations. We saw lots of monkeys and other wildlife, and the whole experience felt peaceful and truly unique. Highly recommended!
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S6849bkalexc
Feb 15, 2026
This has been one of the best experiences of my life - We did the mangrove kayak tour in the morning and it was an amazing experience. The pace was relaxed and perfect to really enjoy the surroundings. Our guide was very knowledgeable and explained the mangrove ecosystem, wildlife and biodiversity in a very clear and engaging way. We saw monkeys, birds and other wildlife, and the tour never felt rushed. You can tell the team really respects nature and cares about giving a quality experience. If you’re looking for a peaceful but informative adventure in Manuel Antonio, this is definitely worth it. Highly recommended!
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Marleen_d
Mar 22, 2026
Beautiful scenery, Alex... - Beautiful scenery, Alex was a knowledgeable and friendly guide with a sense of humor - highly recommend him! The only drawback was the many boats in the river at the same time - makes the peacefulness of kayaking a bit less.
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M2647kplisae
Mar 8, 2026
This would be great kayaking for beginners. - Alex was our guide. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the wildlife along the river, He made sure to point out everything from insects to animals. Including a Sloth. This is definitely a relaxing and very easy kayaking experience for beginners. Not for experienced kayakers. Thank you Alex!!
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From $65
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).