Excursion Corcovado park and folklore show tour at Corcovado National Park

Discover the natural wonders of the biodiverse Corcovado National Park on an expert-guided hike of Los Planes, the newest park ranger station. Depart the ship and drive 30 minutes via coach to meet your English-speaking naturalist guide. Take a 2.25-hour hike through primary and secondary forest, where your guide locates and explains the extensive rainforest wildlife and flora, interpreting for you the different ecological relationships between the species, such as symbiotic relationships.

Keep your camera and binoculars on hand as you walk amidst the rich biological diversity of the Corcovado National Park; sightings may include four types of monkeys, as well as coatis, sloths, anteaters, and much more. Bird lovers will be enchanted by a wide variety of birds, including tanagers, flycatchers, kingfishers, manakins, trogons, crested guans, and spectacular scarlet macaws and toucans. The biological diversity of the Corcovado National Park is astounding and considered by experts to be the most biodiverse place in the Americas.

At the conclusion of the nature walk enjoy a tropical fruit buffet and drinks that has been prepared for you to regain your energy. Watch a folkloric dance performance by group of school children and learn about traditions of Costa Rica. Browse the handmade souvenirs for a little something to take home.

Return to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Corcovado National Park, Los Planes, naturalist-guided hike

Note

Please note: This tour entails over 2 hours of hiking over uneven, natural terrain, making this tour unsuitable for those with limited mobility. Light clothing, hat and sun protection are recommended, as well as appropriate hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sandals or water shoes appropriate for wet landing. Wildlife sightings likely but not guaranteed.