Guided Tour: Cahuita National Park
Local Expert Guide
Explore the park with Christian, a certified official guide who speaks Spanish and English, and who will reveal all the secrets of the park’s wildlife and flora.
Free Shuttle from the Hotel
Enjoy the hotel’s free shuttle at 8:30 am to reach the park without using your car. At the end of the guided visit and the full trail, you will exit the park just 300 meters from the hotel.
Price
USD 34.50 per person, including the guided tour with a certified official guide, his expert knowledge of local wildlife and flora, as well as the use of his professional telescope adaptable to your smartphone, so you can leave with unique photos.
Cahuita National Park
Cahuita National Park is one of Costa Rica’s natural gems. It features a unique coastal trail winding through tropical jungle, white-sand beaches and turquoise waters. During the visit, you may spot capuchin and howler monkeys, sloths, raccoons, iguanas, basilisks, toucans, macaws and many tropical birds, all while enjoying spectacular scenery.
The trail is flat and easy, making it suitable for all ages.
Take amazing photos with your phone
Christian is equipped with a professional telescope that can be adapted directly to your smartphone, allowing you to capture impressive photos and videos of wildlife, even from a distance, without any special personal equipment.
Free shuttle from the hotel
The hotel offers a free shuttle every morning at 8:30 am to the entrance of Cahuita National Park.
After the guided tour, you can:
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continue the full park trail at your own pace,
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enjoy the beaches inside the park,
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exit directly at the other end of the park.
📍 The park exit is located just 300 meters from the hotel.
Opening hours
Playa Blanca sector (Cahuita): open daily from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Puerto Vargas sector: open daily from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Entry conditions and fees
Entrance via Playa Blanca (Cahuita village side): access is based on a voluntary cash contribution. This contribution is directly invested in the Cahuita community and the conservation of the National Park.
Entrance via Puerto Vargas:
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Non-resident foreign adults and non-resident children: USD 5.65 (taxes included)
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Resident national adults: CRC 1,130 (taxes included)
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Resident national children: CRC 565 (taxes included)
What to bring ?
- Swimsuit and sunscreen
Mosquito repellent
Reusable water bottle
Camera or smartphone
Hat or cap
Open or closed shoes, according to your preference
Important park rules
To protect wildlife and the environment, it is strictly forbidden to bring into the park:
Cigarettes and electronic cigarettes
Food
Single-use plastic bottles