Top Experiences in Palo Verde National Park

Palo Verde National Park on the banks of Tempisque River is one of the most important Wetlands RAMSAR SITES in Costa Rica. This Conservation area of 30 thousand acres have 15 different habitats that being one of most biological diverse sites in our country.

Become the largest concentration of crocodiles and aquatic birds in Costa Rica with around 200 birds species as egrets, herons, hawks, eagles and others.

You take a boat ride or panga by 1 and half hour cover with roof to shade It or in case of rain.

At the end we have a typical lunch rice and beans, green salad, meat like chichen, pork, handmade tortilla, fruit juice and coffee cup. Cook on wood oven.

Let me know in advance if you have any special diet or food restrictions.
  

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CATours is a Costa Rican Family own company establish in 1972, with operations in the Guanacaste region since 1995. We have a strong costumer service department and the best tour guides and drivers of the country. We come with:

- 50+ Years of Experience
- Late Model Vans and SUVs
- Naturalist English Speaking Tour Guides with ICT Certified License
- Fully Insurance coverage

Choose us and we will give you the best Jungle Cruise Experience in Guanacaste.

Palo Verde River is a migratory sanctuary for tropical birds and the perfect tour for all ages. Year-round it is home to crocodiles and three types of monkeys, herons, egrets, king fishers, scarlet macaws and nesting ground for crocodiles.

Your tour begins in the morning, with pickup from DREAMS RESORT in Guanacaste. Driving couple of hours, you will pass the Guanacaste plains and see melon and papaya fields, grown for export from Costa Rica. Once on the river you will spend a couple of hours looking for wildlife and taking photos. After the boat tour you will stop to enjoy a typical lunch.

Your tour continues to visit with local artisan who will demonstrate their craft, showing local skills passed down through generations using pre-Columbian style of the Chorotegas. Pottery is available for purchase at the end of the tour. 

Return to your hotel.

For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.

The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, breakfast and water .

✅Pick up at your Hotel
✅2 hour Boat Safari on the Tempisque River (roofted boat)
✅View Wildlife such as Crocodiles, Monkeys, Birds, Iguanas, & More!
✅View Wildlife in their Natural Habitat
✅Costa Rica Style Lunch
✅Bilingual Naturalist Guide
✅Visit to Local Guaitil Pottery Village
✅Drop Off at your Hotel

What to Bring
☑️Secure shoes that can get wet
☑️Sunglasses
☑️Sunscreen
☑️Insect repellent
☑️Camera
☑️Binoculars
☑️Reusable water container
☑️Pocket money

This is the best activity to see wildlife and local living. This is a 5 hours tour which starts at 7:00 a.m. This is a great adventure on the Tempique River, surrounding Palo Verde National Park. It is also a cultural tour because you will see the sugar cane fields which is the livelihood of many costaricans in Guanacaste .You would enjoy the dry forest vegetation; mangroves, perfect for birds habitats and for some other common animals from this region. You would also witness the transit of tons of different birds, local and migratory. You would get to see a wide variety of animals such as: American Cocodriles, Piches, Jesus birds, Macaws, Herons (Egretta Thula), Tiger Herons, Guacacos, WoodStorks, Jabiru birds, Wild turkeys, Kingfishers, Iguanas, Common Basilisks, Coatis, Raccons, Capuchino and Howler Monkeys, deers and a lot more.

The hydrologic characteristics of the Tempisque River have created conditions to form these internationally important wetlands ecosystems (Ramsar site). Palo Verde National Park is an exceptional place for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general.

Enjoy the “wetlands” of Costa Rica on this Half Day Tour

On this tour you will navigate the River Tempisque for 1:30 minutes inside a protected area called Palo Verde National Park. This is a highlight of Guanacaste Province, you have the opportunity to see all kinds of wildlife such as white faced monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, iguanas over one meter long, crocodiles where you can take pictures up close, roseate spoonbills, storks, hawks, jaribus, parrots , macaws, tiger herons and more... After the boat ride we eat a typical lunch where the ladies cook food in wood stoves and where you can taste the authentic flavor of the food in Costa Rica after lunch we will present a demonstration of handicraft chorotega and see people keep the style of the Indians chorotegas of making art with clay. Enjoy coffee tasting as part of the trip and finally we going to coco beach town where you have free time for shopping in the local markets or just exploring the area.

For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.

The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, lunch and water

On this tour, we’ll take a boat down the Tempisque River where we will see lots of river life such as the popular white faced monkeys howler monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles and a variety of birds that forage the river and its banks for food. After the hour and a half ride, we’ll go visit a wonderful place with lots of tico heritage and antiques. Here we’ll have a typical Costa Rican lunch – included in the tour price. Transportation throughout this half-day tour is provided in our luxury air-conditioned 22 passenger motor coach. Everyone loves the river tour!

Embark on a captivating 1 hour and 20-minute boat safari through Palo Verde National Park, where you'll encounter Costa Rica's rich wildlife, from crocodiles to monkeys. Following the safari, indulge in a hearty Costa Rican lunch to recharge, before diving into a fascinating presentation on Chorotega pottery, learning about its intricate designs and cultural significance. It's a day filled with adventure, culture, and delicious cuisine, offering a memorable glimpse into the wonders of Costa Rica.

If your question is, "Where can I see monkeys?", this is the tour for you. Explore the shelter of a great variety of wildlife.

For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.

The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, breakfast and water .

It is a unique experience where you can visit two types of forests and discover different types of birds, reptiles, animals and plants that characterize Costa Rica as a paradise destination

Do you consider yourself as an animal and nature lover?
So join us in the Costa Rican Jungle.

Relax in your private canopy-covered boat, listen to the sound of nature and experience how adventure photographers might feel when they approach for a close-up portrait of majestic animals such as herons, storks, crocodiles, white-throated capuchin monkeys and much more!

Regain your energies after this adventurous expedition with an organic home-cooked feast which rich flavor has been passed on from generation to generation. And experience the indigenous spirit of a villages which has preserved their Chorotegan heritage and aims to transmit and cherish the memory of their ancestors by participating in a hands-on pottery experience.

The combination of both, Boat Tour and Farming Activity. Our commitment is to provide unique and unforgettable trip experiences with the true Costarican family essence.

Farming tour, visitors will get a chance to put into practice the sustainable farming techniques and gastronomy of the families in Guanacaste. Here you will see how many of the food products are grown in our very own orchards in a sustainable way, and we also offer courses and certifications on sustainable farming practices following some organic products tasting and learning local recipes.

Boat Tour, visitors will enjoy and connect with a natural destiny special for the nature and wildlife lover type of tourist; You’ll delight in exploring Palo Verde's biodiversity on this half-day tour while a naturalist guide tells you about this unique ecosystem, one of the most important wetlands of Central America.

Your visit helps us to produce and buy local and organic products, supporting the growth of the local economy.

The landscape around the Tempisque river is magnificent, be amazed by the hundreds of birds and monkeys at the trees while you feel the fresh air at the boat looking for things moving around, hey look there is a croc right there! Your guide will talk to you about wildlife and fauna.

There is a traditional lunch a Costa Rican representative meal - Casado - (rice, beans, green salad, plantains or picadillo, and meat or fish). Pottery demonstration after. If you go to the waterfall, a natural pool with a refreshing landscape is the perfect ending.

Have you ever dreamed about revealing nature’s most amazing secrets? If so, join us on this unforgettable journey to the heart of the Costa Rican jungle and beauty of its hidden gems first-hand.

Visit the only active secondary volcano crater in the country. Feel the earth’s energy under your feet as you explore the wonders of this unique National Park, which is home to diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.

Embark on an exhilarating adventure on the hanging bridges, a series of suspended walkways that offer stunning views and a great way to get close to flora and fauna. You might even spot a family of toucans or hummingbirds along your way.

Witness a breathtaking cascade that plunges into a crystal-clear basin surrounded by lush vegetation. Dive into the refreshing water for some refreshment or just admire the scenery from afar. Find some rejuvenation, peace and relaxation in the thermal hot springs and mineral rich mud bath, that will soothe your body and let your mind wander.

PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS© has been a pioneer in Rural Tourism for more than 30 years. Our commitment is to provide unique and unforgettable trip experiences with the true Costarican family essence.

Visitors will enjoy a boat tour designed for the wildlife lover type of tourist, and get a chance to put into practice the sustainable farming techniques of the families in Guanacaste.

Your visit, it help us to provide working opportunities to women and men within our community, while also allowing us to produce and buy local and organic products, supporting the growth of the local economy.

Thank you for supporting Rural Tourism companies led by local families such as ours, PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS©.

The experience of traveling with us to the incredible Palo Verde National Park where you can have a boat ride experience surrounded by immense fauna and flora in the waters of the Tempisque and Bebedero Rivers.

If water is not your thing, you can enjoy incredible cenderos of different difficulties for both beginners and advanced and finish with a coffee experience in Gran Nicoya where you can live the old life of the sabaneros (cowboys) of ancient Costa Rica.

On this excursion you can tour the Tempisque River for 2 hours within a protected area called Palo Verde National Park. This is a prominent place in the province of Guanacaste; You will have the opportunity to see all kinds of animals such as carablanca monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, iguanas more than a meter long, crocodiles with which you can take pictures, pink spatulas, storks, hawks, jaribus, parrots, macaws, herons Tiger and many others.

Sit back and relax on 1.5 hour trip from Papagayo, Tamarindo, and Flamingo Beach; the tour will travel through authentic villages and plantations of sugar cane , melon, cashew, and watermelon until reaching the picturesque village of Bolsón .
Your adventure includes a local expert as your guide. You will take a 2-hour boat safari on the Tempisque River, the longest river in Guanacaste.
Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the wildlife, such as three types of monkeys (howler, spider, and capuchin), American crocodiles ,fish, and migratory birds. After the boat safari, a typical Costa Rican lunch awaits you, followed by a demonstration of how the Chorotega native people manually crafted pottery.

Pick-up and drop-off in Tamarindo, Flamingo, and the Papagayo area.

This is a beautiful tour if you really love nature. This National Park protects forested areas as well as an extensive marshland between the Tempisque and Bebedero rivers of Guanacaste.

Here you will enjoy of a safe two hour on a motor boat tour along the bank of the Tempisque River, important hydrographic basin of the Guanacaste Province.

We will drive through back roads, sugar cane fields, local towns, see the locals digging up the sand used for the concrete… An unforgettable cultural experience. Next stop we will visit an elderly “Casona" a beautiful old house that belonged to 3 former presidents of Costa Rica… This venerable construction will tell the story of the Guanacaste cowboys or "sabaneros" who lived way before cars, cell phones or internet by the midst of the 1800s in a faraway era of colonial Costa Rica. We will then get in a covered motor boat through the Tempisque River and will cruise Palo Verde National Park looking for wildlife such as monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, all kind of exotic birds, bats. Enjoy of some of our most precious traditions such as the “oxoperated sugar mill” (trapiche) where they grind the cane with oxen. Freshly cane juice will be offered to you to taste.

There you can see freshwater and salt wáter lagoons and marshes,grasslands with red mangroves,swamps,grassland with rough- leaf tres,different kinds of forest and savannahs.
In the park there are more tan 150 species of trees,among them the parkisonia acualeta,which lends its name to the park for the light green color of its branches.
Palo Verde contains the largest concentration of wading bird in all Central América and has identified more than 270 species of birds, from septiember to march several thousand of herons,egrets,grebes,ibis, and ducks flock to the lagoons and surronding áreas to feet and mate.The park also has the largest nesting colony of black crowned night herons in the country. Its is located in the bird island,which is par of Palo Verde National Park. Cocodriles of up to 5 meters in lengh have been seen on the Banks of Tempisque River. Palo Verde is a real atractions for bird watching fans.

We will take a boat tour into to the most important river at the North West part of Costa Rica giving you really great opportunity to see a lot of wildlife (always according with the Mother Nature control) close and with safe distance. We will also get authentic lunch costarican style by a local restaurant.
This is a great option if you would like to enjoy all afternoon at the beach!

HALF DAY TOUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Departure: 7:00 am to 2:00pm
• Tour duration: 1.5 hour drive approx
• Bilingual guide
• Drinks
• Costa Rican style lunch
Recommendation to bring for the tour:
• Change of clothes
• Bathing suit
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Tennis shoes

a naturally wonderful experience to learn about the unique flora and fauna of our tropical forests and have the opportunity to observe animals in their natural habitat such as white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, anteaters, more than 30 types of different bird species and also have an experience of visiting truly surprising waterfalls throughout the region, waters that originate from the volcanoes that surround the tropical zone.

The natural hydrologic system of the Tempisque River creates the perfect conditions for an enormous variation of animals. As a result of this the Palo Verde National Park works as a refuge for hundreds of resident birds and a wide variety of migratory species. It really is a bird watchers paradise, but it is also the perfect spot to see lots of howler and capuchin monkeys as well as crocodiles on the riverside. At the end of the tour down the river it will be time to get a delicious traditional lunch. After enjoying this great meal you will go visit the famous artisan’s village of Guaitil. Here you can learn about the Chorotegan Indians and watch the artists as they make the pottery heritage from their Pre-Columbian ancestors.

We will take a boat tour to the most important river in the northwestern part of Costa Rica, giving you a great opportunity to see a large amount of wildlife (always according to Mother Nature's control) up close and with a safe distance. We will also get an authentic Costa Rican style lunch at a local restaurant. This is a great option if you would like to spend the whole afternoon at the beach!

Enjoy a 1.5-hour riverboat cruise on the Tempisque River bordering the Palo Verde National Park, which protects over 33,000 acres and is known for its ecological diversity. It preserves wetlands and provides a refuge for various wildlife. Be on the lookout and ready to shoot that one-of-a-kind picture moment. You may spot howler monkeys, crocodiles, huge iguanas, white faced monkeys and a myriad of herons, storks, kingfishers. After the river cruise, you'll enjoy a traditional family style Costa Rican lunch.

This safari along the banks of the majestic Tempisque River and through Palo Verde National Park will give you the option to see exotic birds, incredible crocodiles, iguanas, mammals, wild monkeys and much more.

Indulge in a fantastic, authentic typical Costa Rican lunch. An added extra, exclusive to Costa Rica Unique, enjoy a mini coffee tour and tasting, learn about indigenous Chorotegan culture and their amazing pottery techniques. Bring home your own real Costa Rican pottery!

Enjoy nature while you learn about this amazing eco system. We love nature and want to share with you our educational tour to observe Howler and White Faced Cappuchin monkeys, multiple kinds of , herons; egrets; kingfishers; warblers; Storks; Hawks; Falcons; ospreys, american crocodiles, green and Pacific side iguanas, long nosed bats and much more. My brother and me will love to show you this paradise. our tour expresses itself the effort of conservation and coexisting with communities surronded. Come and have lifetime experience with us.

This an amazing opportunity to experience both nature and culture within the same tour! It is the perfect Nature & Culture Combo!

We are offering you a very unique and memorable adventure on the Tempisque River surrounding the Palo Verde National Park. This 1.5 hour visual safari on one of the longest rivers in Costa Rica is rich with wildlife and vegetation. This is the best nature tour in Costa Rica!

Get to know more about Costa Rican Blue Zone and makes it special. Discover how to make local tortillas, learn about ancestral pottery made by the Chorotega indigenous.

This is a great opportunity to admire several animals in their natural habitat such as white face monkeys, crocodiles, wild turkeys, howler monkeys, coatis, herons, long nose bats and more. The river is the habitat for more than 100 migratory birds. This is why we call it "Mother Nature's Surprise Box"!