- Overview
- Itinerary
- Includes/Excludes
- What to Bring
- FAQ
The journey begins at 6:00 a.m. at Playa Colorada, Drake Bay 🛥️, where your certified bilingual naturalist guide will welcome you to start a scenic boat ride along the Térraba-Sierpe mangroves 🌿.
During the tour, you’ll explore the largest mangrove forest in Central America, home to eight mangrove species including black, red, tea, and grey mangroves. Your guide will point out crocodiles, caimans, turtles, monkeys, coatis, and a variety of birds 🐊🦜.
Mangroves are fascinating plants with specialized roots that survive in salty water and low oxygen. Below the surface, freshwater fish and mollusks thrive, making this ecosystem a paradise for wildlife lovers and bird watchers alike.
The guided tour lasts approximately 7 hours, allowing you to fully enjoy the wildlife and serene landscapes.
This tour begins and ends in Drake Bay.
Why Choose Us
🌿 Small groups – Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your pace and interests.
👨🏫 Certified guides – Led by experienced naturalists who know the rainforest inside out.
🌎 Commitment to conservation – We practice responsible tourism and actively support the protection of Osa Peninsula’s biodiversity.
Mangrove Tour from Drake Bay
Itineraries
One Day Mangrove Tour
Itinerary
⏰ Meeting time: 5:45 a.m.
📍 Location: Playa Colorada, Drake Bay
6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. | Boat transfer to Térraba-Sierpe mangroves
Enjoy scenic views along the South Pacific coast and spot dolphins, marine birds, and other wildlife.
7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Guided mangrove tour
Explore mangrove channels and observe wildlife. Your guide will share insights about mangrove ecology, conservation, and the intertidal ecosystem,
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. | Snack break
Enjoy fresh fruit and water onboard.
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. | Typical Lunch in a Sierpe Restaurant Enjoy your lunch and relax.
1:00 p.m. | Return boat ride to Playa Colorada
Relax on the scenic ride back.
Estimated arrival: 2:00 p.m.
Note: This itinerary is a guide. Times and activities may change depending on tides and wildlife sightings.
Includes
🚤 Transportation by boat
🌿 Certified guide
🥤 Refreshments
🍽️ Lunch
Excludes
Personal expenses or tips
Transportation to/from Drake Bay (if outside meeting point)
What to Bring
🧢 Hat or cap – Protect from sun.
💧 Water bottle – Stay hydrated.
🧴 Sunscreen – Tropical sun protection.
👟 Comfortable shoes – For boat and walking if needed.
📸 Camera or smartphone – Capture wildlife and landscapes.
🕶 Sunglasses – Optional, for glare on the water.
🌦 Light rain jacket or poncho – Recommended during rainy season.
Birds, fish, crabs, crocodiles, caimans, sloths, monkeys, coatis, and other species that thrive in mangrove ecosystems.
Approximately 7 hours, including boat transfers and the guided mangrove exploration.
Yes, with supervision. Life jackets are provided on the boat for all participants.