River Wildlife Boat Safari
Our flagship experience. Three hours on the most wildlife-rich river in Costa Rica.
We leave around 8 in the morning — sometimes earlier or later depending on the tides, or whatever works best for your family. Within minutes of leaving the dock, the river starts delivering.
The Sierpe River flows through the largest mangrove wetland in Central America, and what lives along its banks is genuinely difficult to believe until you see it for yourself. Squirrel monkeys — endemic to this region of Costa Rica, found almost nowhere else — move through the canopy overhead. White-faced capuchins and howler monkeys call from the trees. American crocodiles and spectacled caimans rest on mudbanks a few meters from the boat. Serpents cross the water. And the birds — there are so many birds that even experienced birdwatchers run out of camera battery.
We provide quality binoculars for every guest. You'll use them.
This is the tour we recommend to every family, every first-time visitor, and every guest who tells us they 'aren't really into wildlife.' Three hours later, they always want to go again.
Nature is Unpredictable — And That's the Beauty of It
We do not guarantee sightings, and we don’t run scripted tours. The Osa Peninsula is a wild, living ecosystem where every single day behaves differently.
Instead of a checklist, below is a gallery of real moments captured by José during our actual tours. This is a glimpse of what is out there, waiting to surprise us.
Tour Details
- Duration
- Approximately 3 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy — suitable for all ages, including babies, toddlers, and older adults
- Group
- Private — your group only
- Departure
- From our private dock in Sierpe town. Free secure parking on site.
- Departure time
- Around 8:00 AM — adjusted to tides and your schedule
- Language
- English & Spanish
What's Included
- Certified naturalist guide (José or Angie)
- Licensed boat captain
- Professional binoculars for every guest
- Drinks and light refreshments
- Free parking at our private dock
What's Not Included
- Transportation from your hotel to Sierpe
- Tips — appreciated but never expected