Caño Negro Eco Safari Boat Tour
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Caño Negro Eco Safari Boat Tour
By Faro Travel Costa Rica
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About
Ages 3-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 8h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, Spanish
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Highlights
- Entry/Admission
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Equipment
- Lunch
- Bilingual Naturalist Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Arenal/La Fortuna only
- Entry/Admission - Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Caiman Bridge over Rio Frio, 976134,-84, 740063 10, Cartago, Cervantes, Costa Rica
Pickup details- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Arenal/La Fortuna only. We will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel to start this great expedition. The exact pickup time will be confirmed on your itinerary once the reservation is confirmed. The pickup time may vary without notice depending on road traffic and other pick-ups.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 139151P124- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 139151P124
Itinerary
- 1The Caño Negro is the most scenic part of the Río Frío, flowing through wetlands that teem with fascinating species. This tour takes place in a boat with an electromotor, which allows the boat to make its way down the river in silence, optimizing your chances of seeing lots of wildlife. Your guide will be happy to help you get as close as possible to the animals for the chance to take stunning pictures. During the river tour, you can keep a lookout for animals like Jesus Christ lizards, which are so named for their ability to walk on their hind legs across the surface of the water. Besides these fascinating reptiles, this is also an excellent place for bird watching. The trees near the banks of the river make popular places for monkeys to chatter, iguanas, and caimans loll on the banks, and bats hang from nearby branches. Your guides will be able to provide interesting, educational tidbits about this area’s native species, feel free to ask questions along the way.
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- jillhS2741AQ0 contributionsgreat time hiking, seeing waterfalls and horseback ridingthe views were great, the hike was fun the horseback ride back was the best. the lunch was not that good. don't have more to say but have to fill in something or review won't submitWritten March 21, 2025
- paulinebedwell0 contributionsWonderful visit to the cloud forest in MonteverdeWe could not have asked for a better experience - it was great! Justin was our guide. He was very knowledgeable, patient and wanted us to enjoy our visit to the cloud forest. We told him our biggest wish for the visit was to see the famous quetzal bird and he made our wish come true! Magical! We saw many other birds and learnt so much about the cloud forest. Thank you Justin.Written March 20, 2025
- C3939MLjonathana0 contributionsJungle run but first a drive....We had an amazing experience with our driver Ivan during our time in Costa Rica. He is not only a safe and skilled driver but also incredibly friendly, personable, and patient. His warm and welcoming nature made our journey even more enjoyable, and we truly appreciated his insights and conversation along the way. It’s clear he’s a family man who cares about the people he meets, and we felt completely at ease traveling with him. If you’re looking for a reliable and kind driver in Costa Rica, we highly recommend him! Tuvimos una experiencia increíble con Iván durante nuestro tiempo en Costa Rica. No solo es un conductor seguro y profesional, sino también una persona muy amable, amigable y paciente. Su calidez y buen trato hicieron que nuestro viaje fuera aún más agradable, y apreciamos mucho sus conversaciones y recomendaciones. Se nota que es un hombre de familia que se preocupa por las personas que conoce, y nos sentimos completamente cómodos viajando con él. Si buscan un conductor confiable y atento en Costa Rica, ¡lo recomendamos totalmente!Written March 18, 2025
- Victoria N0 contributionsSuper fun and informative tourOur guide Rolo was awesome … it was super interesting and the tasting elements were good too. We learned a ton today, and even teenagers enjoyed itWritten March 16, 2025
- Tanguy1210 contributionsGreat driveComfortable and luxurious shared shuttle bus driven by a good and safe driver. Great communications ahead through the app. On time pick-up and drop-off as requested. Thank youWritten March 13, 2025
- Fanny L0 contributionsUne expérience inoubliable dans un site splendideWe loved this experience! Everything was perfectly organized, from the pickup at our hotel by minibus to the Monteverde site, the walk across the hanging bridges with our guide, and the team that accompanied us on the zipline tour. The entire Faro TRAVEL Costa Rica team was very welcoming and professional. We also really enjoyed the photos and videos of our zipline, which left us with unforgettable memories. I recommend Faro TRAVEL Costa Rica for a wonderful experience!Written March 13, 2025
- I9515AIkristam0 contributionsPrivate transfer from Monteverde to Manuel AntonioThe views were amazing, and the driver was excellent!! We even stopped at a bridge to view some crocodiles in the river. We also stopped at a viewing area to take photos of Jaco beach. The driver drove very safely, and made us feel comfortable as we enjoyed the trip!!Written March 12, 2025
- W8382EVerinm0 contributionsMonteverde Night Tour with FamilyJustin was an amazing guide and we saw the coolest creatures out and about during our tour. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!Written March 9, 2025
- Ilovemyjollies0 contributionsGreat dayWe really enjoyed our time here. You need to be fit to complete it with lots of steps (both up and down) as well as crossing streams and hanging bridges. The scenery is stunning, especially the sun shining through the waterfalls. Be prepared to get wet in places. We did the horse ride back and felt a bit uncomfortable doing so when I saw the route. It was mostly uphill and on a badly cobbled surface which felt cruel on the horses. On reflection I probably wouldn't have done this part had I known this.Written February 28, 2025
- Q1527JOamandah0 contributionsExcellent serviceAbsolutely amazing driver! He was very friendly, made some nice stops to stretch along the way and went above and beyond for us!Written February 26, 2025
- M3217GYjosephb0 contributionsTransportation to San JoseOur driver was awesome. Very safe and had a pleasant personality.Made a few stops and took some amazing photos. I would highly recommend them.Written February 23, 2025
- Anne E0 contributionsA Stroll Thru San JoseWe spent a fabulous afternoon in the company of our very knowledgeable guide, Mario, as he thoughtfully took us to see sites in downtown San Jose. From parks to the national theater to the Gold Museum to finish at the Central Market - Mario kindly educated us about history and the present life in his beautiful country. Highly recommend booking this tour. Our driver rocked too !!Written February 19, 2025
- David F0 contributionsVia tour and the local operator failed meThe tour company screwed up did not get me to the place set up a bad arrangement I would not go with via tour anywhere after this experience. I've used them many times and this was the worst I've ever seen. They were non-responsive non-helpful and did not get me to my locationWritten February 16, 2025
- Gefune0 contributionsGreat Transfer ExperienceWe had a private transfer from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio. Our driver was on time and extremely safe while driving. Faro Travel was in contact with me prior to pickup to confirm details and very responsive to questions. Highly recommend this company.Written February 14, 2025
- brendakG3615IL0 contributionsGreat service airport to hotel!Pick-up from airport to hotel was very efficient! The greeter, driver (Andres), & partner were so friendly, courteous, & welcoming. Bonus was being in a brand new vehicle. Traffic slowdown wasn’t so bad after all.Written February 10, 2025
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Jul 2023 • Family
Although it was a long ride from our hotel and a rainy day we enjoyed the Cano Negro Boat Tour. We would not do it again as it took an entire day with travel but it was a good experience. And the rainy day didn't make it better for us. The usual Costa Rican lunch that was provided was tasty and the mid morning snack of fruit before the boat ride was good. The pineapple everywhere in Costa Rica is amazing! The boat ride was enjoyable and we did see quite a bit of wildlife and birds. Our guide was OK but didn't seem to always be looking for wildlife.
Written August 6, 2023
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Dear jill,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your Caño Negro Eco Safari Boat Experience. We appreciate your candid feedback and are pleased to hear that despite the challenges, you still found value in the tour.
We understand that the journey from your hotel and the rainy weather posed some difficulties. Your feedback is important to us, and we're sorry that these factors impacted your overall enjoyment of the experience. We take all feedback seriously as it helps us improve and enhance our offerings.
We're glad that you found the Costa Rican lunch provided to be tasty and enjoyed the mid-morning snack of fruit. Costa Rica's fresh produce, including the amazing pineapple, is indeed a delight for the senses.
We're pleased to hear that the boat ride itself was enjoyable and that you were able to witness a variety of wildlife and birds. The diverse and rich wildlife of Caño Negro is truly a remarkable sight.
We apologize if our guide's performance did not fully meet your expectations in terms of actively seeking out wildlife. Our guides are trained to enhance the experience by sharing their knowledge and spotting wildlife, however, sometimes it gets difficult since wildlife behavior is unpredictable, and different every day.
Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we genuinely appreciate your honesty. We're constantly striving to provide exceptional experiences, and your insights help us to continually improve.
Should you decide to explore more of Costa Rica's beauty in the future or require any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. We would be honored to have the opportunity to provide you with a more fulfilling experience.
Pura Vida!
Lidieth, owner
The Faro Travel Costa Rica Family
WhatsApp and Telegram: +506 8578-4040
Written August 12, 2023
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