Corcovado National Park Hike - From Uvita

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Corcovado National Park is known for holding 3% of the biodiversity on this side of the planet.

The Corcovado National Park is the largest stronghold of primary forest on a Pacific coastline, and is famous for being “the most biologically intense place on Earth”.

It has a flora that adds thousands of species, many of which have a restricted distribution and that have disappeared in other regions, as well as the fauna that stands out because of the diversity of its species, even more so if we consider that a large number figure in the list of those in danger of extinction.

Offers a great variety of flora and fauna. They have also discovered unique species of flora here. The virgin forests captivates visitors. It is an ideal place for nature lovers. There are more than 500 species of trees, 140 species of mammals, 367 species of birds, 40 species of freshwater fish and 117 species of amphibians registered in this area.

What's Included

Safety equipment and first aid kit
Water and snacks.
All Fees and Taxes
Bilingual Naturalist Guide
Let us know if you are vegan/vegetarian.
Entrance to Corcovado National Park
Civil liability insurance
Coffe and juice, pastries, fruit and crackers.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We include pick up in hotels nearby with no additional cost.

We offer pick up service anywhere else with an additional cost.

Please reach out to us in order to quote and book your transport.

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Meeting point

250 meters east from the Bahia Soccer Field. You will see our "ballena tour" sign. Meeting time is 6:30am.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This tour departs by boat from Uvita, specifically from Marino Ballena National Park. Meeting time is 6:30 a.m., with departure at 7:00 a.m. After approximately 1.5 hours of navigation, we arrive at Corcovado National Park, with priority access to the San Pedrillo Ranger Station. In case San Pedrillo is not available due to daily capacity limits, the visit will take place at Campanario Biological Reserve. A certified and experienced tour guide will accompany the group throughout the entire experience. Upon arrival, the guide will lead the group to the ranger station to prepare for the hike. Facilities such as restrooms and showers are available. The trails are mostly flat and suitable for different fitness levels. The hike lasts around 3 hours through tropical rainforest conditions, warm in the dry season and rainy from May to November. After the hike, lunch is provided before returning to Uvita between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. During the boat ride, it is possible to spot whales (in season), dolphins, and enjoy scenic views of the southern Pacific coast.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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