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Nature

Nature nearby

Within 30 minutes of town are a national park, a crocodile river and forest trails. No sighting is ever guaranteed, but good guides tilt the odds.

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Scarlet macaws in flight, Costa Rica
Scarlet macaws in flight, Costa Rica · Photo: WildPhotography.com
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Carara National Park

Carara sits where the dry north meets the humid south, so it has a wide range of birds. Morning walks are cooler and usually more active.

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Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

Guided visit with the entrance ticket included.

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Carara National Park Tour (Ticket included)

Carara tour, ticket included.

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Tárcoles river

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Jungle Crocodile Safari: Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour

A river boat safari on the Tárcoles.

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Waterfall hikes

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Howler monkey resting in the canopy, Costa Rica
Howler monkey resting in the canopy, Costa Rica · Photo: WildPhotography.com