Carara National Park

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Located only 15 miles from Jaco Beach and Los Suenos, this national park is full of wonder and wildlife. Over twice the size of Manuel Antonio, Carara National Park is 52 kms of incredible, unspoiled Costa Rica biodiversity.

Carara National Park is a verdant domain of primary rainforest, so your private hike through the dense flora and fauna with one of our certified naturalist guides will be a true eco-journey of discovery.

Your private day trip to Carara starts with a VIP pick up from your local hotel or condo in Los Sueños or Jaco, Costa Rica. Your driver will escort you on a short drive north to begin your beautiful adventure.

In Carara Park, you’ll find Costa Rica’s largest remaining population of wild scarlet macaws.

Carara National Park protects the Rio Tarcoles and is home to a stunning variety of rare birds. Our expert guides will point out species ranging from exotic parrots, hummingbirds, jacamars, parakeets and gorgeous water birds such as herons and kingfishers. Carara is also home to Costa Rica’s largest remaining population of wild scarlet macaws.

As you take a serene hike through Carara, the park’s incredible wildlife will slowly begin to make itself known.

In addition to the incredible exotic bird species, visitors might also see mighty and imposing American crocodiles, poison dart frogs, deer, peccaries, red brockets, capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, and both two-toed and three-toed sloths.

Your certified naturalist guide will expertly lead your group through the dense primary rainforest on an exclusive journey of discovery. Rounding out your exciting private Carara National Park tour, your group will be treated to a delicious, authentic Costa Rican lunch.

We recommend that you bring your binoculars and your sense of wonder. Our expert naturalist guides can’t wait to escort you through Carara’s incredible haven of wildlife. Make your reservation today to take this tour during your stay in Jaco or Los Suenos, Costa Rica!

"We recommend that you bring your binoculars and your sense of wonder."