Guanacaste Wildlife & Nature Tours

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River boat tour for birds and crocodiles near Palo Verde.

Operator: Palo Verde Boat Tours
Private or shared: Shared (standard tour)
Starts from: Palo Verde Boat Tours office in Ortega, 75 m south of the Catholic church. Arrive 20 minutes early.
Transport: Not included. The operator says map apps show roads that don't exist, so use one of its three suggested routes.
Price: See current price

Private boat and guide for birding and wildlife.

Operator: Palo Verde Boat Tours
Private or shared: Private
Starts from: Palo Verde Boat Tours office in Ortega, 75 m south of the Catholic church. Arrive 20 minutes early.
Transport: Not included. The operator says map apps show roads that don't exist, so use one of its three suggested routes.
Price: See current price

Kayak to an island and snorkel, with pickup.

Operator: Book With Maria
Private or shared: Group tour (3 to 12 people, per the company)
Starts from: Playa Sámara, after pickup. The office is across from Roots Bakery on Sámara's main road.
Transport: Round-trip transport in downtown Sámara and Puerto Carrillo.
Price: Per person: adult (11+) $57, child (5–10) $51 (regular prices, checked 2026-10-19)

Watch wildlife the right way: keep your distance, never feed animals, and follow your guide.

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