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Manuel Antonio National Park

Manuel Antonio National Park

Verdant forests & golden sands

Manuel Antonio tailor-made holidays

Introduction

Don't be deceived by the size of Manuel Antonio National Park. Although one of the smallest of Costa Rica's national parks, it's also rated as one of its best. The range of habitats enclosed within the park boundaries makes this the perfect place to observe both land-loving and sea -dwelling creatures.

An ocean rich with wildlife

The tidal pools at Espadilla Sur and Manuel Antonio beach are perfect for snorkelling, while further out to sea dolphins and the occasional migrating whale have been known to make an appearance. Sport fishing is also popular in Manuel Antonio Park as the costal waters abound with mahi mahi, marlin and sailfish. And, even a stroll along the shoreline reveals small rock pools home to dozens of sponges, corals and crabs.


...and a forest to match

The park's lowland forests aren't lacking in natural abundance either, with some of Costa Rica's most iconic animals residing in its verdant interior. Join a local guide to explore well-maintained jungle trails as you go in search sloths, spider and howler monkeys, and watch colourful toucans and woodpeckers flitting through the canopy. 


 

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Top itineraries in Manuel Antonio National Park

Beach in Manuel Antonio

Birds & Beaches of Costa Rica

10-day tailor-made journey from £3,890 pp incl. flights

Take in the best of Costa Rica's beaches, birdlife and wildlife-viewing hotspots as you travel to the beautiful Turrialba Valley and on to San Gerardo de Dota – one of the world's great bird-watching destinations – ending with the beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park.

Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

Costa Rica Classic

13-day tailor-made holiday from £4,765 pp incl. flights

Costa Rica is a land of spectacular volcanoes, wildlife-filled cloud forests, fast-flowing jungle rivers and tropical jungles. Explore its natural-world highlights in Arenal and Monteverde before kicking back on the beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park or Guanacaste.

Top places to stay in Manuel Antonio National Park

Parador Resort & Spa

Parador Resort & Spa, Manuel Antonio

Contemporary hotel

In an exceptional location on the doorstep of Manuel Antonio Park, this hotel offers eco-tourism on a luxury scale, with several swimming pools and restaurants making it ideal for both families and honeymooners.

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Manuel Antonio National Park articles

Macaw, Costa Rica

Trip report: Costa Rica

Join Wexas Latin America specialist Alison Nicolle as she travels to Costa Rica, finding everything from volcanoes and rainforests to jungle-fringed beaches teeming with wildlife.

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