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Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Drake Bay

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Drake Bay that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Drake Bay Night Tour Top Trails Corcovado, Drake Bay1

    1. Drake Bay Night Tour Top Trails Corcovado

    · 2 hours

    This night tour is specially designed to observe the wildlife that comes alive after sunset. During the night, many animals become more active, allowing us to discover unique behaviors that are rarely seen during the day. Accompanied by specialist guides, we explore the environment in silence and controlled lighting, increasing the chances of spotting nocturnal species in their natural habitat. The Night Tour is an exclusive experience, ideal for those who seek a deeper connection with nature and wish to live a different, authentic and unforgettable adventure.

  2. Diving tour in Isla del Caño for certified divers, Drake Bay2

    2. Diving tour in Isla del Caño for certified divers

    5.0· 69 reviews· 6 hours

    Small groups, great experiences : personalized attention for each diver. Expert local guides : Certified Divemasters with years of experience on Canyon Island. All-inclusive service: full equipment, park entrance fees, snacks, lunch and beer on the beach. Eco-responsible: we use reef-friendly sunscreen and respect park regulations.

  3. Drake Bay — Night Walk with Certified Guide, Drake Bay3

    3. Drake Bay — Night Walk with Certified Guide

    5.0· 5 reviews· 3 hours

    As night falls, the tropical rainforest transforms: sounds, movements, and behaviors that go unnoticed during the day become more active, revealing a completely different facet of the ecosystem. With controlled lighting and the guidance of a certified naturalist, you’ll observe details, adaptations, and ecological relationships that are impossible to appreciate under daylight. This experience combines safe observation, environmental education, and a deep sensory connection with nature in its most authentic state.

  1. Bird Watching Tour, Drake Bay4

    4. Bird Watching Tour

    5.0· 2 reviews· 4 hours

    Our Bird watching tour stard early in the morning,between 5.30 am  and 6 .am ,this  is the best time  to see many different species of birds that live here in Drake Bay Area. if you are staying in town,we will walk to the entrence of the primary  forest.if you are staying father from town.we  will drive. from  there .we will do some hiking through primary and secondary forest to our family. this secluded part of the jungle is perfect for spotting all different species of birds.Our Tour Guide will have a spotting scope for you to getan up close view of far away birds.We recommend you bring your own boniculars but our Tour Guide will have one pair as well.

  2. Jungle Hike with Canyoning and Rappelling in Drake Bay, Drake Bay5

    5. Jungle Hike with Canyoning and Rappelling in Drake Bay

    5.0· 52 reviews· 6 hours

    This tour is for people looking for an Indiana Jones-style adventure. Throughout this expedition, you will explore the thick jungles of Osa, walking through a luxurious forest, underneath trees so high that they cover the sunlight. Later, you will find yourself making your way rappelling down waterfalls, discovering beautiful canyons and swimming in beautiful natural pools. During this tour you can enjoy an amazing combination of adventure (rapelling, canyoning) and nature, where you can learn from one of the most captivating eco-systems in the world. Additionally, you are able to explore a primary forest several thousands of years old, featuring vines, palms, huge trees, and showcasing: monkeys, sloths, snakes, frogs among others. Finally, you will end up in a cave, located in the middle of waterfalls, surrounded by an incredible landscape, where you will have a picnic-style lunch. Back at the camp, you can relax in the hammocks while the taxi arrives.

  3. Floating Tour in Rio Claro with Lunch from Drake Bay, Drake Bay6

    6. Floating Tour in Rio Claro with Lunch from Drake Bay

    5.0· 101 reviews· 5 hours

    The Floating Tour offers travelers a leisurely way to enjoy the fresh waterways of Costa Rica. During this tour, you may spot a variety of wildlife including monkeys, sloths, lizards, and many species of tropical birds. This is an adventure tour for people in good shape.

  4. Corcovado and Drake Bay 2-Day Small-Group Safari Guided Tour, Drake Bay7

    7. Corcovado and Drake Bay 2-Day Small-Group Safari Guided Tour

    5.0· 117 reviews· 2 days

    2 Days and 1 Nights full of wildlife in the Corcovado National Park. Through this amazing journey, you will discover the most incredible trails of the Corcovado National park. Additionally, you will navigate in the Pacific Ocean. Undoubtedly, the vibrant color contrast and life will capture your attention, as you experience a transition of wildlife on the way, where dolphins may get to our encounter. Likewise, you will sleep in the park ranger station and exploring the best national park of Costa Rica and the world. You are invited to discover the unspoiled wildlife of the Osa Peninsula and live an amazing trip. In other words, your vacation will be full of incredible adventures and wildlife pictures. Are you ready for a new life experience? In order to get the best of the jungle tranquility. Our tours are operated in small groups of maximum 8 people per guide.

  5. 5 Days Wildlife Tour in Drake Bay, Sierpe, Corcovado and Osa, Drake Bay8

    8. 5 Days Wildlife Tour in Drake Bay, Sierpe, Corcovado and Osa

    5.0· 27 reviews· 5 days

    5 Days and 4 Nights full of wildlife in Drake Bay, Sierpe, Corcovado and Osa. Through this amazing journey, you will discover the most incredible trails of Costa Rica. Additionally, you will navigate in the Sierpe river, which is one of the biggest and most important rivers of the country. Undoubtedly, the vibrant color contrast and life will capture your attention, as you experience a transition of wildlife on the way. Likewise, you will sleep in hidden lodges and you will explore the best national park of Costa Rica and the world. You are invited to discover the unspoiled wildlife of the Osa Peninsula and live an amazing trip in Cano Island. In other words, your vacation will be full of incredible adventures and wildlife pictures. Are you ready for a new life experience? In order to get the best of the jungle tranquility. Our tours are operated in small groups of maximum 8 people per guide.

  6. The Early Birds, Drake Bay9

    9. The Early Birds

    5.0· 25 reviews· 3 hours

    ONE DAY BIRDING TOUR The morning hours are the ideal time for bird and wildlife activity. Come find exciting species with Drake Bay Birdwatching. The early bird walk starts 5:30 AM in and around the Drake Bay area, and extends for about 3 hours. The tour is a walking easy hiking routes around private gardens, forest edges, and riversides. We will go through new and old growth forest, open areas and shorelines. Your expert birding guides are well familiarized with the local birdlife and beyond. Each is equipped with HD spotting scope, field guides, good bird songs knowledge and a sharp-eye so you don’t miss any specie on your list. You also can send a list of specific local bird species you want to find in the Osa Peninsula area so we can plan the best route to find them. While there are never any guarantees in nature, we strive to keep up to date on which locations are more active than others during certain times and seasons.

  7. 7 Day Adventure and Wildlife Tour in Drake Bay and Osa, Drake Bay10

    10. 7 Day Adventure and Wildlife Tour in Drake Bay and Osa

    4.9· 30 reviews· 7 days

    8 days and 7 nights all included This is the most epic adventure and wildlife tour in Costa Rica. Through this journey you will discover the jungles of Osa peninsula and find the animals of Corcovado national park. Likewise you will walk through canyons of rivers, find hidden waterfalls and navigate through rivers full of wildlife. You will even, visit an island in the pacific ocean where dolphins and whales jump out on the surface to celebrate life. Furthermore, you will jump inside those waters and discover an underwater realm full colors, fishes, turtles and rays. At some point of the journey you will share with indigenous and locals. Later on, you will be climbing mountains and walk beyond the clouds in the search of the land of the roaring jaguar. Then your guide will make the way with machetes until you find a point where you can see the pacific and atlantic ocean at once.

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