Palo Verde
Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega

Rated 4.9 Stars, based on 354 Reviews.
PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS© has been a pioneer in Rural Tourism for more than 30 years. Our commitment is to provide unique and unforgettable trip experiences with the true Costarican family essence.
Visitors will enjoy a boat tour designed for the wildlife lover type of tourist, and get a chance to put into practice the sustainable farming techniques of the families in Guanacaste.
Your visit, it help us to provide working opportunities to women and men within our community, while also allowing us to produce and buy local and organic products, supporting the growth of the local economy.
Thank you for supporting Rural Tourism companies led by local families such as ours, PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS©.
Palo Verde Boat Safari

Rated 4.4 Stars, based on 146 Reviews.
Embark on a captivating 1 hour and 20-minute boat safari through Palo Verde National Park, where you'll encounter Costa Rica's rich wildlife, from crocodiles to monkeys. Following the safari, indulge in a hearty Costa Rican lunch to recharge, before diving into a fascinating presentation on Chorotega pottery, learning about its intricate designs and cultural significance. It's a day filled with adventure, culture, and delicious cuisine, offering a memorable glimpse into the wonders of Costa Rica.
Palo Verde Natural Park Boat Tour

Rated 4.8 Stars, based on 25 Reviews.
Enjoy nature while you learn about this amazing eco system. We love nature and want to share with you our educational tour to observe Howler and White Faced Cappuchin monkeys, multiple kinds of , herons; egrets; kingfishers; warblers; Storks; Hawks; Falcons; ospreys, american crocodiles, green and Pacific side iguanas, long nosed bats and much more. My brother and me will love to show you this paradise. our tour expresses itself the effort of conservation and coexisting with communities surronded. Come and have lifetime experience with us.
Palo Verde Boat Safari + Coffee & Culture – Wildlife & Flavor

Rated 4.9 Stars, based on 263 Reviews.
Get ready for a wild and cultural adventure in Guanacaste! Explore the lush wetlands of Palo Verde National Park on a 2-hour boat safari along the Tempisque River. Spot monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, and exotic birds in their natural habitat—perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
After the cruise, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch cooked over a wood fire—flavorful and authentic. The adventure continues with a visit , where you’ll witness ancient Chorotega pottery techniques and meet local artisans. You'll also sample freshly brewed coffee and refreshing sugar cane juice, supporting local communities.
✅ Why this tour stands out:
2-hour river safari in a biodiversity hotspot
️ ️ Lunch cooked over a traditional stove
Wildlife encounters in the wild
☕ Coffee tasting & cultural artisan stop
Comfortable transportation and small groups with certified bilingual (English/Spanish) guides
The best in one tour, this is not a fancy one this is real contact with local people
Private Helicopter Tour of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Long Beach

Rated 4.6 Stars, based on 27 Reviews.
Soar around the Rancho Palos Verdes Peninsula, LA beaches and the Port of Long Beach. Fly in style as you take in coastal views of cliffs, caves, and waves along the Palos Verdes, Long Beach, and Los Angeles coastlines.
Jungle Cruise at Palo Verde National Park

Rated 4.7 Stars, based on 32 Reviews.
KIDS FROM 0-6 YEARS FREE OF CHARGE!!
KIDS FROM 7-11 YEARS 50% OFF REGULAR PRICE!!
CATours is a Costa Rican Family own company establish in 1972, with operations in the Guanacaste region since 1995. We have a strong costumer service department and the best tour guides and drivers of the country. We come with:
– 50+ Years of Experience
– Late Model Vans and SUVs
– Naturalist English Speaking Tour Guides with ICT Certified License
– Fully Insurance coverage
Choose us and we will give you the best Jungle Cruise Experience in Guanacaste.
PALO VERDE NATIONAL PARK (Boat Safari, 1/2 day)

Rated 5 Stars, based on 16 Reviews.
Sit back and relax on 1.5 hour trip from Papagayo, Tamarindo, and Flamingo Beach; the tour will travel through authentic villages and plantations of sugar cane , melon, cashew, and watermelon until reaching the picturesque village of Bolsón .
Your adventure includes a local expert as your guide. You will take a 2-hour boat safari on the Tempisque River, the longest river in Guanacaste.
Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the wildlife, such as three types of monkeys (howler, spider, and capuchin), American crocodiles ,fish, and migratory birds. After the boat safari, a typical Costa Rican lunch awaits you, followed by a demonstration of how the Chorotega native people manually crafted pottery.
Pick-up and drop-off in Tamarindo, Flamingo, and the Papagayo area.
Wildlife Tour at Palo Verde National Park

Rated 5 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.
This is the best activity to see wildlife and local living. This is a 5 hours tour which starts at 7:00 a.m. This is a great adventure on the Tempique River, surrounding Palo Verde National Park. It is also a cultural tour because you will see the sugar cane fields which is the livelihood of many costaricans in Guanacaste .You would enjoy the dry forest vegetation; mangroves, perfect for birds habitats and for some other common animals from this region. You would also witness the transit of tons of different birds, local and migratory. You would get to see a wide variety of animals such as: American Cocodriles, Piches, Jesus birds, Macaws, Herons (Egretta Thula), Tiger Herons, Guacacos, WoodStorks, Jabiru birds, Wild turkeys, Kingfishers, Iguanas, Common Basilisks, Coatis, Raccons, Capuchino and Howler Monkeys, deers and a lot more.
Palo Verde Wildlife Tour from Tamarindo

Rated 4.8 Stars, based on 9 Reviews.
For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.
The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, breakfast and water .
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 23 Reviews.
The hydrologic characteristics of the Tempisque River have created conditions to form these internationally important wetlands ecosystems (Ramsar site). Palo Verde National Park is an exceptional place for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general.
Spectacular Palo Verde Eco-Tour & Blue Zone Adventure

Rated 5 Stars, based on 57 Reviews.
Experience the best of Costa Rica with this unique Nature & Culture Combo! Embark on a 1.5-hour boat safari along the Tempisque River, winding through the Palo Verde National Park. As one of the longest rivers in Costa Rica, it’s teeming with wildlife and lush vegetation, making this the ultimate nature tour.
Admire white-faced monkeys, crocodiles, howler monkeys, and over 100 species of migratory birds in their natural habitat. Known as "Mother Nature's Surprise Box", the river is full of wonders!
Alongside nature, delve into the rich Costa Rican Blue Zone culture. Learn to make local tortillas and explore Chorotega pottery traditions.
A perfect blend of wildlife and cultural discovery that will leave you with lasting memories of Costa Rica’s beauty and heritage!
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 24 Reviews.
This is a beautiful tour if you really love nature. This National Park protects forested areas as well as an extensive marshland between the Tempisque and Bebedero rivers of Guanacaste.
Palo Verde Riverboat Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 46 Reviews.
Enjoy a 1.5-hour riverboat cruise on the Tempisque River bordering the Palo Verde National Park, which protects over 33,000 acres and is known for its ecological diversity. It preserves wetlands and provides a refuge for various wildlife. Be on the lookout and ready to shoot that one-of-a-kind picture moment. You may spot howler monkeys, crocodiles, huge iguanas, white faced monkeys and a myriad of herons, storks, kingfishers. After the river cruise, you'll enjoy a traditional family style Costa Rican lunch.
Palo Verde National Park

Rated 1 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
On this excursion you can tour the Tempisque River for 2 hours within a protected area called Palo Verde National Park. This is a prominent place in the province of Guanacaste; You will have the opportunity to see all kinds of animals such as carablanca monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, iguanas more than a meter long, crocodiles with which you can take pictures, pink spatulas, storks, hawks, jaribus, parrots, macaws, herons Tiger and many others.
Palo verde Boat Tour from Playa Flamingo

Rated 4.9 Stars, based on 18 Reviews.
For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.
The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, breakfast and water .
Palo Verde National Park Safari Boat Tour

Rated 4.4 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.
Naturalist safari on the Tempisque River, the largest wetland in the entire province, learn about the unique flora and fauna of our tropical forests and have the opportunity to observe animals in their natural habitat such as white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, ormieaters, more than 30 types of different bird species and also have the experience of visiting some truly amazing waterfalls in the entire region, waters that originate in the volcanoes that surround the tropical zone.
Rum Tasting Experience & Palo Verde Boat Tour

Rated 4 Stars, based on 10 Reviews.
Discover how this Costa Rican rum is produced here in Guanacaste and prepare your own rum infused bottle from a variety of fruits and spices.
The only real Costa Rican Rhum.
Combined with a wonderful smooth river cruise to observe wildlife!
Full Day Private Tour of Palo Verde National Park

Rated 5 Stars, based on 4 Reviews.
This guided tour is special because of its combination of nature, knowledge, and comfort. The boat safari on the Tempisque River immerses you in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Costa Rica, where you can observe birds, reptiles, and mammals in their natural environment. The guides, experts in the local fauna and flora, provide valuable information, adding an educational component to the experience.
Attention to detail is another highlight: from the pick-up at your hotel to the typical Costa Rican lunch, everything is designed to maximize your comfort and enjoyment. In addition, the tour allows you to connect with the local culture through gastronomy and offers the opportunity to learn about conservation initiatives in the Palo Verde National Park. This mix of nature, culture, and education makes the tour a unique and memorable experience.
Boat Tour in Palo Verde River | Near Nicoya

Rated 5 Stars, based on 5 Reviews.
On this tour, we’ll take a boat down the Tempisque River where we will see lots of river life such as the popular white faced monkeys howler monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles and a variety of birds that forage the river and its banks for food. After the hour and a half ride, we’ll go visit a wonderful place with lots of tico heritage and antiques. Here we’ll have a typical Costa Rican lunch – included in the tour price. Transportation throughout this half-day tour is provided in our luxury air-conditioned 22 passenger motor coach. Everyone loves the river tour!
Palo Verde Jungle Boat Tour, Guaitil Pottery & Lunch

Rated 3.8 Stars, based on 29 Reviews.
The natural hydrologic system of the Tempisque River creates the perfect conditions for an enormous variation of animals. As a result of this the Palo Verde National Park works as a refuge for hundreds of resident birds and a wide variety of migratory species. It really is a bird watchers paradise, but it is also the perfect spot to see lots of howler and capuchin monkeys as well as crocodiles on the riverside. At the end of the tour down the river it will be time to get a delicious traditional lunch. After enjoying this great meal you will go visit the famous artisan’s village of Guaitil. Here you can learn about the Chorotegan Indians and watch the artists as they make the pottery heritage from their Pre-Columbian ancestors.