Palo Verde National Park Tour

Trip Highlights

  • Chorotega Pottery Tour

  • Palo Verde Riverboat Tour

  • Tempisque River Natural Habitat Tour

  • Giant Iguana Exhibit

Description

Are you ready to explore the beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife of Costa Rica? Look no further, because our tours are exactly what you need.

Our friendly and knowledgeable guides will take you on an unforgettable journey through the country's lush jungles, winding rivers, and bustling cities. On our tour, you'll get the chance to see amazing animals like crocodiles, howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, and scarlet macaws up close. You'll also learn about the local culture, history, and industry, from the sugar cane plantations to the indigenous pottery-making techniques.

But it's not just about the sights – it's also about the experience. Our tours are designed to be fun, informative, and personalized, so you can make the most of your time in Costa Rica. Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or with family, we've got something for everyone. And if you're feeling adventurous, we even offer private tours with your own personal guide.

And let's not forget about the food! We'll make sure you get to try some of the best local dishes and drinks the country has to offer. Trust us, you won't be disappointed.

So come join us on a Flamingo Tour and discover all that Costa Rica has to offer. We can't wait to show you around!

Tour info

Group Size
no limit
Price starts at
$99

Why take this tour?

The Palo Verde National Park tour in Guanacaste, Costa Rica is usually on everyone’s must-see list when visiting the Guanacaste Region. Your day starts early as we pick you up from your hotel or condo and drive you to one of the rarest and most biodiverse ecosystems in the world. Recommended for those who love spotting wildlife and birdlife. Palo Verde comprises dry forests, wetlands, and mangrove swamps, which is an ideal habitat for Costa Rica crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, parrots, and other exotic birds. The Palo Verde Tour carries you through one of the largest concentrations of waterfowl in Central America. After the tour, enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch at a nearby restaurant and then take a short tour of how local pottery is made in the neighboring villages.

The Palo Verde National Park Riverboat Tour takes place in the Tempisque River Conservation Area in Guanacaste Province, 30 km west of Canas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The surrounding region is mostly tropical dry forest, and the Park is vital to the preservation of vital floodplains, marshes, limestone ridges, and seasonal pools from the encroachment of civilization, which is putting the ecology of the area at risk. A major feature of the park is the density and variety of bird species, a major factor in the creation of the reserve, due in part to its diverse ecology. There are 15 different topographical zones, ranging from evergreen forests to mangrove swamps. Birds spotted regularly in the park include Great Curassows, Scarlet Macaws, White Ibis, Roseate Spoonbills, Anhingas, Jabirus, and Wood Storks, among many others.

During the dry season, water is scarce in Guanacaste Province and in other parts of the country. Due to this, many birds flock to the park and its river basin. Parajos Island, Guanacaste, Costa Rica which is located in the middle of the Tempisque River, is usually a hotspot for birders, although the Palo Verde Riverboat Tour itself does not venture that far. This island is the largest nesting site for the Black-crowned Night-Herons in Costa Rica. The park protects one of the most endangered ecosystems. It is one of the last remaining tropical dry forestlands that once covered most of Central America. Tropical dry rainforests now exist in less than 0.1% of their original size and are considered to be the most endangered ecosystems in the tropics.

Included

  • Palo Verde Transportation

  • Guanacaste Lunch

  • Costa Rican Bi-Lingual Guides

Things to know

What to bring

Closed-toe footwear
Sunglasses 
Swimwear
Sunscreen
Bug spray 
Clean t-shirt for after the tour (you might get dusty)

Closed-toe footwear
Sunglasses 
Swimwear
Sunscreen
Bug spray 
Clean t-shirt for after the tour (you might get dusty)

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