Location: Tarcoles โ Carara โ Los Suenos โ Jaco
Price: $69 per person
Duration: ~2 hours
Start Times: 7:30am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm
Difficulty Level: Easy
Step into the wild with one of Costa Ricaโs most thrilling and educational wildlife experiences โ the Crocodile Mangrove Tour. Located just 20 minutes from Jaco and Los Suenos, this 2-hour guided boat ride along the Tarcoles River lets you get safely up close to some of the largest wild crocodiles in Central America.
The Tarcoles River delta, a convergence point of river, swamp, and ocean ecosystems, is home to over 2,000 American crocodiles, hundreds of tropical bird species, and other iconic Costa Rican wildlife. Featured on National Geographic and Animal Planet, this unforgettable tour blends adrenaline, biodiversity, and incredible natural beauty.
Led by expert naturalist guides, this mangrove boat safari offers a comfortable and secure journey through one of the most biologically intense areas in the region โ making it a must-do for nature lovers, photographers, families, and adventurers alike.
๐ What to Bring
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Light, breathable clothing
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Sunglasses
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Hat with a brim
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Bug spray
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High-SPF sunscreen
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Camera or smartphone with zoom lens
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Binoculars (optional but recommended)
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Reusable water bottle
๐ซ Restrictions
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No minimum age (great for families with children)
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Not wheelchair accessible
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Boat can accommodate most physical conditions but guests must be able to board independently
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Sunset tours may be limited seasonally
๐ก Why Choose This Tour?
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๐ Most Crocodiles per kmยฒ in Central America
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๐บ Featured on National Geographic and Animal Planet
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๐ Just 20 minutes from Jaco/Los Suenos โ ideal half-day excursion
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๐ฆ A birdwatcherโs paradise
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๐ Educational and entertaining โ suitable for all ages
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๐ฅ๏ธ Safe and relaxing boat ride through 3 unique ecosystems
Trip Highlights
- ๐ See wild crocodiles up close, including some over 15 feet long
- ๐ด Glide through Tarcoles River mangrove ecosystems on a guided boat ride
- ๐ฆ Spot exotic birds like Scarlet Macaws, Roseate Spoonbills, Boat-Billed Herons, and more
- ๐ท Capture stunning wildlife photography opportunities
- ๐ Sunset tours often include monkeys, sloths, and dramatic skiesc
- ๐ง Learn fascinating facts from your certified bilingual naturalist guide








