Corcovado National Park has been described as the Amazon of Costa Rica, with one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world. It is a wild region with an abundance of rare wildlife, and the last area of primary forest along the Pacific coast of Central America. The climate is very hot and humid, which enables the forest to grow to heights of 70 meters and provides a habitat for one quarter of all the tree species of Costa Rica in this small area. Corcovado National Park encompasses eight different habitats from mangrove swamps to mountainous forest. It protects over 400 species of birds, 116 amphibians and reptiles and 139 species of mammals. Corcovado is one of the two only places in Costa Rica where you can see the small, severely endangered squirrel monkeys, as well as the beautiful big red scarlet macaws. It is one of the last homes of the harpy eagle. Four species of turtles are laying their eggs on the beaches of Corcovado. Other species present here, are the endangered American Crocodile, tapir and many species of large cats, among them the mighty jaguar.

Hiking through Corcovado is a challenging but rewarding experience you will forever remember for its isolated pristine environment brimming with rare wildlife.

Day 1:

4x4 transfer from Bahía Drake to standard hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Included meals today: lunch, dinner
Overnight: standard hotel in Drake Bay

Day 2:

After breakfast you will take part in a tour to Isla del Caño. Exploring the island's ecosystem via with network of trails and by snorkelling (scuba diving is available at an extra charge). Return to Drake in the afternoon. Overnight.
Included meals today: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Overnight: standard hotel in Drake Bay

Day 3:

After a fortifying breakfast, a 1,5 hours boat trip will take you to the Biological Station of La Sirena at Corcovado National Park. You might be able to spot dolphins or even whales along the way, depending on the season. After having left your baggage at the station, your guide will take you on a short walk to Sirena river. With a little luck, you might see bull sharks, caimans or other species protected by the national park. Return to the station for lunch. In the afternoon you will continue to explore the 'La Sirena' sector. And even at night you may take a walk with your guide, listening to the many mysterious sounds of the jungle's nightlife. Return to the station and overnight.
Included meals today: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Overnight: Biological Station La Sirena

Day 4:

Today you will leave early in the morning for a 16km hike through the national park to the Carate sector. The trails that in some parts are quite 'untamed', wind along the beach and lead into the forest time and again. Among the great number of birds and mammals, there is a good probability to see the red ara macaw parrots and eventually even the foot prints of a jaguar. At the end, just before reaching the tent camp Le Leona Ecolodge, you will cross the Madrigal river. Finally, you may relax on the beach or in the hammocks. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Included meals today: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Overnight: La Leona Ecolodge

Day 5:

After breakfast, walk along the beach to Carate. There, our 4x4 transfer is waiting for you to take you to Puerto Jiménez. End of the services.
Included meals today: breakfast

Prices upon request

Minimum number of participants: 2

Note: Please note that because of the flight your luggage for this excursion is limited to 12kg including hand luggage.

Corcovado National Park is lies in the wet tropics. You can expect rain at any time of the year, but particularly April through November. Although this trip can be booke throughout the year, hiking and camping excursions will probably be more enjoyable during the drier season, from December through March.

For booking inquiries and further information, please contact Sacred Earth.

Essentials to bring

• Good rucksack to carry your gear (or to give to an optional porter)
• Plastic bags to protect items against wetness
• Plastic water bottle
• Good rain poncho
• Linen sleeping-bag
• Light-weight, quick-drying clothes for jungle trekking
• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Mosquito net
• Camera and sunglasses
• Cap
• Towels
• Cotton shirts - long and short sleeves
• Trousers - light weight pants (no jeans)
• Hat(s) with visor for rain and sun protection
• Flashlight with spare batteries
• FOOTWEAR - Lightweight hiking boots with traction and ankle support
  sandals or sneakers for the time between the walks
- necessary medicines - energy snacks

Included Services:

• 2 overnights at Cabinas Las Cotingas at Bahía Drake
• 1 overnight at La Sirena Biological Station
• 1 overnight at La Leona Ecolodge
• 1 day tour to Isla del Caño
• Naturalist guide Day 1 - Day 5
• All entrance fees
• All mentioned meals
• Boat transfer from Bahía Drake to La Sirena sector
• 4x4 transfer from Carate to Puerto Jiménez

Our recommendation for this tour:

Operation starting with 2 persons (max. participants: 8)
We only recommend the Naturalist Trek for people in a good physical condition.
Luggage should be limited to a minimum (max. allowed: 12kg).

Options & Combinations:

Option 1) with Golfo Dulce Lodge

Instead of flying back to San José, you will be will be picked up at the dock of Puerto Jiménez by an agent of Golfo Dulce Lodge by boat.

Option 2) with Esquinas Rainforest Lodge

Instead of flying back to San José, you can take the public ferry to Golfito (leaves Puerto Jiménez aprox. 06.00a.m.) and will be picked up in Golfito by an agent of Esquinas Rainforest Lodge. Please note that your rooms may not be ready upon your early arrival time.

Option 3) with beach hotels in Tamarindo or Quepos/Manuel Antonio

Flight back to San José as per program, where you catch a connecting flight to Tamarindo or Quepos / Manuel Antonio.

NOTE: All our Costa Rica adventures can be combined to form individualized packages. Please ask if you need help creating your own itinerary. We also offer fly drive packages and some short mountain biking and white water rafting tours that are not mentioned in the index. Please ask.