Glide through one of the world’s most important wetlands on a boat tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge from La Fortuna. These naturally protected marshes are an essential home to many endangered bird species, plus other Costa Rican wildlife including monkeys, tapirs, cougars, and turtles. It's a top destination in Costa Rica for any serious birdwatchers, with regular sightings of herons, ibises, cormorants, and elusive jabirus.
Float through the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on a boat safari
Learn what makes the sanctuary one of the most important wetlands around the globe
Look for rare tropical birds plus monkeys, sloths, jaguars, turtles, and even freshwater sharks
Includes lunch and round-trip transport from La Fortuna hotels
What's Included
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Brand Transport by air-conditioned minivan or 4x4.
Water
Boat
Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
Pops La Fortuna
F9C3+CQV, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Opening hours
6/25/2021 - 3/24/2024
Monday - Saturday : 05:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday - Wednesday : 05:00 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday : 05:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday : 05:30 am - 12:00 pm
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Departure point La Fortuna area Hotels Departure time 7:30am Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Duration 9 hours (approx.) Return details Returns to original departure point
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travellers
Cancellation Policy
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.
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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