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icon2 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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iconOffered in: English and 1 more
Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Just outside the crowded beaches of Tamarindo, Las Baulas National Park offers an often-overlooked natural getaway. This tour takes you through the park’s vast network of mangrove forests on a relaxing boat trip. As you float down the river, your guide points out wildlife like howler monkeys, crocodiles, and tropical birds that you might not see on your own.
  • Mangrove tour in Las Baulas National Park from Tamarindo
  • Escape the crowds without having to travel far from Tamarindo
  • Get the chance to see the rich diversity of the mangrove forest with a guide
  • Shade-covered boat is a cool and comfortable way to spend a day
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tamarindo/Langosta area
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Please arrive 15 minutes before your selected start time for pickup. Your operator can coordinate exact time and location.

This activity will end right where it started.We pick up from all Houses, Condos, and Hotels in Tamarindo and Langosta area. If you do not need pick up, you can meet at the Tamarindo Estuary
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
  • OPERATED BY Native's Way Costa Rica
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travellers
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What is the policy on sanitisation during Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari?
A:The policies on sanitisation are:

  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
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What is the social distancing policy during Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Tamarindo Estuary tour
Terence_K
, Oct. 2021
Ivan was our guide. Super chill and shared his extensive knowledgeable of the area. Saw many different birds and heard their stories. No monkeys this day but saw 4 crocodiles. Ivan was in no rush to be done and pointed out things we definitely would have missed. Well worth your time.
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You Won't Be Disappointed!
Rae_S
, Aug. 2021
Ivan was an exceptional guide! We feel so fortunate to have been on *his* tour given his 20+ years of experience and knowledge of the estuary and local wildlife. We had our sons, ages 7 and 11, with us. Ivan was super fun for the children and taught them how to call the howler monkeys. And the monkeys responded each time. Highly recommend!
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Pineapple and monkeys
Shikole_S
, Jul. 2021
This was suck a cool tour! The only thing I’d change is adding a note that we need to walk through water to get to the boat. Luckily I had flip flops on but it was harder for those in sneakers! Ivan was a great guide and delivered an amazing tour with great facts and history. He is also an expert pina cutter!
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Unbelievable experience with Iván an experienced tour guide and it shows!
Eric_H
, Jul. 2021
Iván has been a tour guide for over 30 years and it shows! He has amazing eyesight superpowers and spotted two crocodiles from far away. He loves what he does and is proud that Costa Ricans are conservationists. His passion is to share his knowledge of the environment and the history of the area. He is knowledgeable about all the birds in the area the migratory patterns. He took us directly to see howler monkeys and ensured our safety and comfort the entire time. Thank you Iván for an unforgettable experience!
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Howlers were highlight
NevonnaSchroeder
, Mar. 2021
Our guide (Ivan?) was knowledgeable & personable. He answered questions & interjected humor. He made the tour.
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star-5
Informative and fun, but would go in kayaks next time.
Sara_P
, Feb. 2021
I had a great time out on the water, searching the mangroves for birds, insects, fish and crocs. The guide was lovely. The crocs were shy that day but our guide made sure we found one. There was only one other person with me on the tour which made it informal and personalized. All in all a great couple of hours exploring and learning about fantastic nature. The only thing I realized throughout the experience is that the motorboats can't be good for the inhabitants of the estuary...I began to wish I had gone for the same tour, but in kayaks! The tour is dedicated to the nature and animals, after all.
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If You Enjoy Wildlife And Natural Beauty, Go!
William_K
, Jan. 2021
I had a great experience during my ride up the estuary. The guide was extremely friendly, knowledgable, and terrific at spotting different kinds of wildlife. I learned quite a bit about various species and enjoyed the smooth, scenic outing.
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A beautiful Blue Heron
abrmson
, Feb. 2020
They guide was good and he pointed out a smaller crocodile and some beautiful birdlife and monkeys but all in all the boat ride was a bit boring and not as spectacular as the website projected. Not bad though for $35.00 per person.
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1 traveller found this review helpful

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