Caño Negro wildlife refuge by boat

Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is located near the border with Nicaragua and is one of the most important wetlands in the country. It is characterized by its diverse wildlife, picturesque waterways and pristine environment. This unique region is a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers.

We will leave La Fortuna around 7:30 am and drive for about two hours through the San Carlos Plain until we reach the town of Los Chiles. Along the way we will see many of the pineapple and sugar cane growing areas that are characteristic of the region. Our guide provides us with a lot of interesting information.

At the Rio Frio, the most important river of the region, we will board a comfortable covered motorboat, which will offer us excellent opportunities for wildlife watching and will be captained by an experienced boatman.

Together with our guide we will cruise the river for about 2 hours, looking for monkeys, herons, sloths, iguanas, caimans, turtles and other animals. Caño Negro is home to not only a diverse wildlife, but also an impressive flora. The region is covered by lush rainforests, mangrove forests and floating plants. Here you will find rare species of orchids, colorful bromeliads and majestic trees. The unique combination of flora and fauna makes Caño Negro a true natural paradise. Birdwatchers will also be in their element, as the wetland is home to over 300 different species of birds.

After the numerous sightings and photos, we will dock again and enjoy a delicious typical lunch. Then we are ready to return to La Fortuna in our comfortable mini vans. 

Note: During Feb., Mar., and Apr. many species of migratory birds visit the refuge. If you are a bird-lover, you don’t want to miss this destination. Ask about our specialized birdwatching tours.

Notes:

• - Price is per person
• - 13% sales tax will be added upon booking
• - Minimum number of participants: 2 adults
• - Minimum age: 5 years
• - Child rate ($55) is for children 5-11 years old
• - Children must be accompanied by an adult
• - Vegetarian option available for lunch, please specify when making reservations.
• - The tour is bilingual in English and Spanish
• - Transportation from most hotels is included in the price. If your hotel is far from downtown La Fortuna or the road to the Arenal Volcano, additional pick-up costs may apply. Please inquire at the time of booking.
• - The departure times are approximate and we will send you the exact pickup time.

Policies:

• - Any cancellation or modification of the reservation made less than 48 hours before departure will incur a penalty of 100%.
• - The customer shall be at the agreed time and place and we will wait a maximum of 5 minutes. In case of no show, the reservation will be charged 100%.