Enjoy a private walk designed for families and couples who want a more personalized experience in Carara National Park.
This tour offers closer interaction with the guide, ideal for calmly observing wildlife and learning about the park’s flora and fauna.Located in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region.
The total duration is 3 hours and includes visits along various trails (a universal path available for visitors with limited mobility)—including, weather permitting, the Meandering Lagoon Trail formed by former curves of the Tárcoles River, which, over time, became separated from the main flow, creating a vibrant wetland ecosystem teeming with life.
Also includes a visit to Tárcoles Beach, where you can see the Scarlet Macaw feeding stations and observe seabirds in their natural habitat.
Entrance fee included ($12)
Its privileged location along the transition zone between dry forest and tropical rainforest makes it a unique ecological hotspot, offering visitors the chance to experience Costa Rica’s natural richness all in one place.
Carara National Park is a true natural haven spanning 5,242 hectares—perfect for biodiversity enthusiasts, nature photographers, and those seeking gentle adventure.
The park is home to over 400 bird species, including the iconic scarlet macaw, often seen in its natural habitat. Wildlife such as white-faced monkeys, toucans, peccaries, and sloths also thrive here, and the park features accessible trails for all, including a universal trail adapted for visitors with disabilities.
A perfect experience to connect with nature and enjoy the park at a relaxed pace.
Appointments or services must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance to avoid any penalties. If the cancellation is made within this timeframe, the amount previously paid will be refunded, minus any associated bank transaction fees.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are non-refundable, except in cases of force majeure with proper justification.
We appreciate your understanding and your commitment to responsible scheduling.
Posted on Dreamer0676509148826 May 2026Verified AMAZING He is FANTASTIC! So meaningful and he really understands the land and its magic.Posted on Alberto O26 May 2026Verified Great experience Amazing experience. The Gide is very helpful and knowledgable.Posted on Ramesh M17 April 2026Verified Excellent He is very knowledgeable and explained the so beautifully we really enjoyedPosted on Odyssey806378 March 2026Verified Excellent birding tour guide Vic is a wonderful birding tour guide. He is friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and generous with his time. I took three birding tours with him, and he arranged all my transfers and lodging as well. Everything about the experience was great. Highly recommended.Posted on Leanna P25 January 2026Verified Beautiful Birds We spent two mornings with Victor touring Carara National Park and on the Tarcoles River on the bird and mangrove tour. We also had the privilege of visiting his farm for an impromptu bird and breakfast tour. Definitely highlights of our trip to Costa Rica! Victor is very knowledgeable and experienced . He does his utmost to ensure his guests have a memorable experience. Highly recommend. We hope to return in the future!Posted on Dreamer1481309852911 August 2025Verified Victor Made Our Costa Rica Trip Unforgettable! We met Victor at Carara National Park and are so glad we hired him as our guide. He’s bilingual, speaks excellent English, and is incredibly knowledgeable. He spotted animals, birds, plants, and insects we would have completely missed on our own. Our kids loved the experience so much that we booked him again for a full-day tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. Victor’s rates are very reasonable, and he’s kind, polite, and passionate about sharing the beauty of Costa Rica. Along the way, he shared fascinating history, culture, and local insights, and even took us to sodas (local eateries) where we enjoyed delicious, authentic food. Through him, we also discovered Carara Adventure Park for ziplining—worth every penny! If we return to the Los Sueños area, we will absolutely book Victor again. Highly recommend!Posted on Robbie Rowe18 July 2025Verified Top birding experience Knowledgeable birding guide with excellent English, had a 2.5 hour morning tour around Macaw Lodge in Costa Rica. Victor identified birds by sight and sound, allowing me to add significantly to my list. Also showed me interesting plants, frogs, insects and bats. Highly recommendedPosted on Jamie M16 May 2025Verified Vic-Tours and Carara National Park, Simply Wow There are tours and then there are tours that change your life. Victor's knowledge and passion for Carara National Park and Costa Rica are unsurpassed. We saw monkeys, and Scarlet Macaws, and a deer, and the moonwalking red-capped manakins, and so much more. The majestic and life affirming Kapok tree and Grandmother tree will literally take your breath away. Victor's knowledge of Costa Rica's ancestors and the stories of their history, the land, the wildlife, the floral, and his experiences are what makes this trip so special. Victor is a story teller extraordinaire. We are heading back in August, and our first call will be to Victor. What new adventures await?Posted on Evelyne G30 March 2025Verified TOP We had a wonderful morning with Victor. We saw many birds during our birding tour. Unfortunately, we didn't see any parrots at Carara Park, but we did see other animals and explore Costa Rica's flora with him. We highly recommend Victor for your trip, he's punctual and very kind. Thank you Victor.Posted on Patricia S2 March 2025Verified Top notch boat tour Victor was a great guide who not only confirmed our tour in a timely fashion, stood at the ready for our arrival, but was also patient and informative. Although nature is beyond anyone's control, we saw a lot of birds we were not familiar with, and 2 crocodiles. The stop on the sandbank where the river and Pacific ocean meet was special and we watched the sun set from there. We can highly recommend Vic-Tours. Thank you Victor for a wonderful, leisurely afternoon.