Things to do Drake Bay Costa Rica - Tours and Activities Drake Bay

Wilderness awaits on this southern Pacific outpost located in the dense jungles of the Osa Peninsula

Drake Bay Tours

Remotely located on the untamed Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay’s pristine waters offers excellent snorkeling over a protected coral reef. The neighboring bio-diverse Corvocado National Park attracts scientists and eco-tourists alike. The area is undisturbed as access to the bay is a bit challenging making it appealing to visitors who want to get away from it all. Once you are settled in this magical place, there are plenty of activities to make your experience complete. Cano Island awaits snorkelers and divers who will delight in exploring the protected coral reef situated about 10 miles from shore. Nature lovers will be able to experience 13 different ecosystems while hiking Corcovado park. The pristine waters and protected wildlife await the tourist who is ready to reconnect with Mother Nature. A small village features a number of rustic houses sprinkled throughout the rainforest and mangroves with eco-lodges available along the shore.

Corcovado National Park Tour Sirena Station

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Today you will go by boat from Drake Bay to the Sirena Ranger Station located at the heart of Corcovado National Park to go on a guided nature hike through several different eco-systems. On the one-hour boat ride, you may see interesting marine and bird life. Once onshore you’ll have lunch at the ranger station then go with your naturalist guide into the jungle to explore the various habitats and their inhabitants! This tour is an adventure for the more experienced hiker who dreams of exploring the protected wilderness regions of Costa Rica. The total time for your adventure hike including lunch and round-trip boat transportation can be between 6 and 8 hours depending on the size and speed of your group. Note: The $15 per person park admission fee and $11 for lunch cannot be refunded in the event of cancellation. This tour includes boat transport, a certified bilingual nature guide, park admission fees, and lunch. The national park admission fee of $15 per person is non-refundable. Please bring your non-skid, completely enclosed hiking shoes and wear lightweight protective clothing. You will also want to have sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, binoculars, and your camera. This is a moderately difficult hike and parts of the hike can be very damp, so you may want to consider protection for your camera and binoculars. Have Fun!

Corcovado National Park Tour San Pedrillo Station

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Today’s Corcovado National Park tour is known as the backpacker’s dream. You will begin the tour from Drake Bay where you will meet the boat captain and board the waiting boat. A 30 to 45-minute boat ride over to the protected park will give you an opportunity to look for marine life and shore birds. Once you arrive at the San Pedrillo Ranger Station you will go on a guided hike of approximately 2 miles through a wide variety of eco-systems supporting different kinds of wildlife in their natural habitats. Your naturalist guide will share a wealth of information about the ecosystems and their inhabitants and help identify any wildlife you may encounter. The hike will include a visit to the San Pedrillo Waterfall. Lunch will be provided. Your tour includes boat transportation to and from the ranger station, a naturalist guide, park entrance fees and lunch. Note: The $15 per person park admission fee and $11 for lunch cannot be refunded in the event of cancellation. . Total time of tour and round trip boat transportation combined can take from 5 to 7 hours depending on the size of your group. Please wear non-skid, completely enclosed hiking shoes, lightweight sun-protective clothing, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, binoculars, and a camera. You might like to have additional snacks and plenty of drinking water. This is a moderately difficult hike that will take the backpacking enthusiast into the wonderful world of an untamed jungle where you can experience firsthand Costa Rica’s tremendous biodiversity.

Cano Island Tour and Snorkeling

Drake Bay

You will begin this tour at Drake Bay where you will board a boat to Cano Island and snorkel over a protected coral reef. Your bilingual guide will provide you with clean, high-quality snorkeling gear and take you to the best snorkeling places. After your first snorkeling adventure, you’ll get off the boat at the island for a refreshing water break. Hiking is restricted to the beach area and only drinking water is allowed on the beach. Then you will be taken on another guided snorkeling adventure before returning to Drake Bay. Once on the mainland, you’ll be treated to lunch. This tour includes a bilingual, certified guide, all snorkeling equipment, park admission fee, drinking water, and lunch. Note: The $15 per person park admission fee and $11 for lunch cannot be refunded in the event of cancellation. One-way boat transportation to the island can take from 45 minutes to an hour. The combined time of this tour with a round trip boat ride, two snorkeling adventures, and lunch, typically takes between 4 to 6 hours and can be influenced by the number of scuba divers who may also be taking the boat. Please bring a dry change of clothing, bathing suit, towel, sunblock, binoculars and camera. This is the perfect opportunity to take memorable underwater photos of this living reef where treasure may be hiding!

Hiking to Corcovado National Park - Corcovado Wilderness Lodge

Drake Bay

Embarking on a captivating adventure to Corcovado National Park, which conveniently lies right on the doorstep of our lodge, promises an awe-inspiring and truly transformative experience. This extraordinary region is not merely a natural gem; it's a sanctuary that boasts a staggering 2.5% of the world's entire biodiversity, solidifying its well-deserved reputation as the most biologically diverse place on our planet. Our carefully guided hike will lead you through the labyrinthine network of trails that crisscross this pristine sector of Corcovado. This journey unfolds over approximately four hours, providing a round-trip excursion that allows you to fully immerse yourself in the heart of this untamed wilderness. From the vibrant plumage of exotic birds to the curious antics of playful monkeys, and perhaps even the elusive glimpses of big cats and tapirs, every step offers the potential for a remarkable wildlife encounter.

Scuba Diving Two Tanks at Cano Island

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Today’s adventure is a 2 tank dive just off Cano Island, a protected area that is part of the national park system. You will meet at Drake Bay and then board a boat that will take you out to the island where you will go on 2 separate dives ranging from 45 to 100 feet deep. All equipment is provided. In between dives, you will go to Cano Island beach for a rest and water break. Exploring the island is restricted to the beach area only and no food is allowed onshore. For your convenience, freshwater showers and restrooms are located on the boats. After your 2 dives, you will head back to shore and have lunch. This tour includes boat transportation, a bilingual PADI-certified guide, all diving equipment, the national park fee and lunch. The boat trip to and from the island is typically between 45 and 60 minutes each way. The combined time of 2 scuba dives, lunch, and round trip boat transportation can take from 5.5 to 6.5 hours. Please bring a dry change of clothing, camera, binoculars, non-skid deck shoes, your bathing suit, towel, sunblock, and a hat. You must be a certified scuba diver to participate in this tour although certification courses are available that include other dives in the area. This underwater wonderland is the perfect place to capture memories of your dive using a waterproof camera.

Corcovado National Park Tour - San Pedrillo - Rancho Corcovado Station

Drake Bay

Today’s Corcovado National Park tour is known as the backpacker’s dream. You will begin the tour from Drake Bay where you will meet the boat captain and board the waiting boat. A 30 to 45-minute boat ride over to the protected park will give you an opportunity to look for marine life and shore birds. Once you arrive at the San Pedrillo Ranger Station you will go on a guided hike of approximately 2 miles through a wide variety of eco-systems supporting different kinds of wildlife in their natural habitats. Your naturalist guide will share a wealth of information about the eco-systems and their inhabitants and help identify any wildlife you may encounter. The hike will include a visit to the San Pedrillo Waterfall. At some point lunch will be provided. Your tour includes boat transportation to and from the ranger station, naturalist guide, park entrance fees and lunch. Total time of tour and round trip boat transportation combined can take from 5 to 7 hours depending on the size of your group. Please wear non-skid, completely enclosed hiking shoes, lightweight sun protective clothing and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, binoculars, and camera. You might like to have additional snacks and plenty of drinking water. This is a moderately difficult hike that will take the backpacking enthusiast into the wonderful world of an untamed jungle where you can experience first-hand Costa Rica’s tremendous biodiversity.

Cano Island Snorkeling - Corcovado Wilderness Lodge

Drake Bay

You will begin this tour at Drake Bay where you will board a boat to Cano Island and snorkel over a protected coral reef. Your bilingual guide will provide you with clean, high quality snorkeling gear and take you to the best snorkeling places. After your first snorkeling adventure, you’ll get off the boat at the island for a refreshing water break. Hiking is restricted to the beach area and only drinking water is allowed on the beach. Then you will be taken on another guided snorkeling adventure before returning to Drake Bay. This tour includes a bilingual, certified guide, all snorkeling equipment, park admission fee, and drinking water. Note: The $15 per person park admission fee cannot be refunded in the event of cancellation. One way boat transportation to the island can take from 45 minutes to an hour. Combined time of this tour with round trip boat ride, two snorkeling adventures, and lunch, typically takes between 4 to 6 hours and can be influenced by the number of scuba divers who may also be taking the boat. Please bring a dry change of clothing, bathing suit, towel, sunblock, binoculars and camera. This is the perfect opportunity to take memorable underwater photos of this living reef where treasure may be hiding!

Cano Island Snorkeling - Drake Bay Getaway Resort

Drake Bay

Today you will meet at Drake Bay to begin this tour. Here you will board a boat and go for about an hour out to Cano Island to snorkel over a protected reef. Along the way, you can look for interesting sea life such as dolphins and sea turtles. Your bilingual guide will provide you with clean, high-quality snorkeling gear and take you to the best snorkeling places. After your first snorkeling adventure, you’ll get off the boat at the island to take a refreshing water break and walk around. Hiking is restricted to the beach area and only drinking water is allowed on the beach. Then you will go for another snorkeling adventure before heading back. Once on the mainland, you’ll be treated to a box lunch. This tour includes a bilingual, certified guide, all snorkeling equipment, park admission fee, and drinking water. One-way boat transportation to the island can take from 45 minutes to an hour. The combined time of this tour with a round trip boat ride, two snorkeling adventures, and lunch, typically takes between 4 to 6 hours and can be influenced by the number of scuba divers who may also be taking the boat. Please bring a dry change of clothing, bathing suit, towel, sunblock, binoculars and camera. This is the perfect opportunity to take memorable underwater photos of this living reef where treasure may be hiding!

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Offshore Sport Fishing Full Day on 35 ft Boat

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Today you will go on a full day offshore sport fishing tour aboard The Real Escape. This is a 35 ft CABO Sport Fishing Yacht with twin 450 hp CAT diesel engines that is fully equipped with high quality fishing equipment, air conditioned salon area, kitchen and bathroom. This boat is normally captained by Willy Atencio, a seasoned charter captain from Drake Bay. This trip will take you out in search of Sailfish, Marlin and Mahi-Mahi, which are typically 15-25 miles offshore. This full day trip includes lunch, water, soda, beer, juices, fruit and cookies. It does not include gratuities or the $25 per person fishing license which must be paid at the dock.

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Offshore Sport Fishing Full Day on 26 ft Boat

Drake Bay

Today you will go on a full day offshore sport fishing tour aboard The Real Time. This is a 26 ft custom built center console boat with a Yamaha 250 HP four-stroke engine. The Real Time is a no-frills boat that is built for catching fish off of Drake Bay. It is equipped with a Garmin Chartplotter, satellite technology for 3D imaging to 2,000 feet and comes stocked with high quality fishing gear and outriggers. This trip will take you out in search of Sailfish, Marlin and Mahi-Mahi, which are typically 15-25 miles offshore. This full day trip includes lunch, water, soda, beer, juices, fruit and cookies. It does not include gratuities or the $25 per person fishing license which must be paid at the dock.

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What are the best tours in Drake Bay, Costa Rica?

In Drake Bay, Costa Rica, you'll find an array of exciting tours that allow you to immerse yourself in the region's natural wonders. One of the top activities is snorkeling and scuba diving at Cano Island. Dive into the crystal-clear waters surrounding the island to discover vibrant coral reefs, an abundance of marine life, and the possibility of encountering majestic sea turtles, colorful fish, and even sharks.

For a truly immersive rainforest experience, embark on a guided hike at Corcovado National Park's Sirena Station. Explore the park's lush trails, spot diverse wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and exotic bird species, and learn about the park's unique ecosystem from knowledgeable guides.

If you prefer a different section of Corcovado National Park, consider a hiking tour at San Pedrillo Station. This remote area offers stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, and the opportunity to encounter a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Another popular tour in Drake Bay is dolphin and whale watching. Set sail along the coast, keeping your eyes peeled for playful dolphins and majestic whales. Witnessing these marine creatures in their natural environment is a truly awe-inspiring experience.

With its abundant marine life, lush rainforests, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Drake Bay offers an incredible range of tours for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Whether you choose to explore the underwater world, hike through pristine forests, or witness the beauty of marine mammals, Drake Bay will leave you with unforgettable memories.