Guanacaste

Palo Verde Boat Safari & Pottery Demonstration

A wildlife river cruise through Palo Verde National Park, paired with a traditional Chorotega pottery demonstration in Guaitil.

Full day·from $125 pp
DurationFull day
GroupPrivate, 2+ guests
DifficultyEasy
LanguagesEN · ES · FR
AreaGuanacaste
The experience

Overview

Cruise the Tempisque River through Palo Verde National Park, one of Central America's great wetlands, spotting crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas and dozens of waterbird species from a comfortable boat.

Afterwards, visit the village of Guaitil for a traditional Chorotega pottery demonstration, where artisans still shape and fire clay using techniques passed down for generations.

Highlights

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Tempisque River wildlife cruise

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Crocodiles, monkeys and waterbirds

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Palo Verde National Park

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Chorotega pottery demonstration

What's included

  • Round-trip private transport from your hotel
  • Experienced bilingual guide (EN/ES/FR)
  • Entrance fees
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch
  • Bottled water

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Camera

Departure & pickup

Every tour includes round-trip private transport with hotel pickup from the Sámara area. Your guide collects you in an air-conditioned vehicle and brings you back at the end - no timetables and no shared shuttles. Tours depart between 6 and 8am; we confirm your exact pickup time and point by email after booking.

Pricing

Group sizePrice per person
2 guests$185
3 guests$145
4+ guests$125

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your tour. We confirm availability and pickup by email - no booking fees, no hidden charges.

Frequently asked

Is the boat shaded?

Yes - the boats have a roof for shade during the cruise.

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