Manuel Antonio National Park Tour - Angie was an outstanding guide at Manuel Antonio National Park and truly made the experience special. Her knowledge of the wildlife, plants, and ecosystem was impressive, and she did an... read more amazing job spotting animals we never would have noticed on our own. She explained everything clearly, answered all of our questions, and kept the tour engaging and well-paced from start to finish. You could tell she genuinely cares about what she does, which made the hike both educational and enjoyable. This tour was one of the highlights of our trip because of Angie.

Dorian, our driver, was also great — friendly, professional, and punctual, with a positive attitude that made transportation smooth and stress-free.
Highly recommend this tour!

  Great experience!  - Very engaging and educational. Our guide Karla was a wealth of knowledge and really made sure we had everything we needed and answered all our questions. Making chocolate bars was... read more fun and the meal served was delicious. I highly recommend!

  we went on the savegre river  - Had a lot of fun. Appreciate guide David and driver Mario, we ate breakfast and lunch, but we had to pay for dessert and there was a friendly guy... read more from Canada who pay for dessert.

  Great excursion from Jaco - Had a great time on the river! Guides were great, very helpful to my family. Breakfast and lunch were good too!! Would highly recommend

  Amazing tour guide and tour! - We loved this tour of the park. It was four hours all together and worth every second. Our guide talked a lot about the different plants and animals and history... read more of the park. He found every animal we wanted to see! Lots of sloths, monkeys, crabs, snakes, birds, iguanas, a rodent not sure of the name. We had a little time to venture out on our own but then came back together and the adventure continued!! There were only 6 of us in our group so we were able to ask lots of questions. It rained some but not too bad. Hotel pickup and the fruit after was a nice plus.

  Great tour, very interesting  - We did the guided tour with our guide Brenda. She had a lot of interesting facts about all the different plants and the wildlife. She was super friendly and bubbly,... read more answered all of our questions and looked after everyone. Big recommendation!

  Pedro is the best driver!  - Pedro drove my husband and me from our hotel in Manuel Antonio to the airport in San Jose. He was very friendly and his driving was safe and efficient. Best... read more of all, he was very patient and helpful with my limited Spanish and we had great conversations. 100% recommend Pedro!!

  Outstanding guide and wonderful hospitality  - Our group of four booked two days with Tucanes and the experience was amazing. Our guide for both days, Stephanie, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Our time with her made... read more us feel like we were all family. The communication during booking great. The guide communicated with us each day resulting in an easy meetup.

Local Flavors Tour
On day one we traveled to the family farm where after gathering fresh ingredients from the garden we began our hands on cooking experiences. The cook lead us in chopping, mixing and preparing great dishes. Truly a wonderful experience.

Manuel Antonio National Park
Don’t try to visit on your own as you will miss so much! Stephanie was amazing and her knowledge of the flora and fauna was truly impressive. Her ability to spot animals was incredible and the overall experience was memorable.

When considering a tour from Jaco or Quepos, Tucanes Tours should certainly be on your list.

  Wear long trousers even if it's hot. Else the flies irritate you  - # Costa Rican Adventure: A Journey of Discovery

In the heart of lush tropical wilderness, our expedition came alive under the watchful guidance of Alvin, a true embodiment of... read more Costa Rican hospitality. With the characteristic warmth that locals—affectionately known as Ticos—are renowned for, Alvin transformed our journey from a simple excursion into an unforgettable adventure.

The path wound through dense jungle, where every step revealed new wonders of biodiversity and natural beauty. Vegetation closed in around us, creating a vivid green corridor that led to our ultimate reward: a majestic waterfall cascading into a natural pool that beckoned with its crystal-clear waters. The refreshing immersion was perfectly timed—nature's own spa treatment after our trek through the humid rainforest.

Our return journey held one final treasure. Seated together, we savored authentic Costa Rican cuisine, the perfect cultural complement to our natural exploration. Each bite told a story of local traditions and ingredients, completing our sensory journey through this slice of paradise.

Through Alvin's expertise and genuine charm, we experienced not just Costa Rica's landscapes, but its very soul—a perfect harmony of natural wonder and human warmth that defines the true essence of this remarkable country.