I enjoyed hiking the trails and swimming at Beach # 3. I was surprise to find so many birds in the trails because normally this place is crowded with beach tourists, I did not enjoy the white faced monkeys begging for food or stealing it. Be careful with the racoons as well, they are also experienced thieves.

This place is amazing. We were not disappointed in this family destination. It was ideal for us as we were travelling with our 2 yr old daughter... so we could hike in and out on a relatively easy path, and get to an amazing beach with beautiful waters. On the way in we seen some wonderful creatures, lots of monkeys,... More

There was a lot of great stuff to see. The only thing we would have done different was go in the morning. We went in the afternoon and with temperatures and humidity both in the 80s the mile walk gets very warm. As you come out of the park there are some of the most amazing white sand beaches that... More

A day in this national park was one of the highlights of Costa Rica. You need to buy tickets at the bank around 300 yards from the park gates, the men outside are not trying to scam you, look for the queue of people outside. You can pay in either dollars or colones. There is a bag search at the... More

get a lot of water before you enter. the north shore is much better and with lees people. make sure the bags are heavy and secured - the little monkeys are little thieves....

Gorgeous beaches, natural setting, monkeys everywhere and raccoons that can't wait to get at your lunch. We also saw several toucan birds as well as the elusive blue butterfly...amazing. take your time hiking in to view the wonders of this place.

Yes, it is a beautiful park and you'll see slots but it is probably the most crowded place in the whole country as well. At the entrance you'll see lot of guides waiting and trying to form their group. I don't know if it changes depending on the time of the year but while we were there -at Christmas time-... More

We stayed very close to the national park, so we did not have far to go to see this gem. Personally, we chose not to take a guided tour (despite many many tour guides (not park employees) telling us at the entry that we would not see any wildlife without them) THEY WERE WRONG! Save your $39 a person, *unless... More

The beaches are beautiful and it's an easy walk from the entrances of the park to the beaches. Playa Espadilla Sur is much less crowded than Playa Manuel Anotnio. Also, we prefered that beach because it is so beautiful with jungle lining the beach. I highly recommend against hiking Sendero Punta Catedral unless you are just determined to hike up... More