Sierpe River Wildlife Observation Boat-Tour

Departing from Sierpe and returning by boat

📋 Tour Overview

Explore the calm, wildlife-rich waters of the Sierpe River on this three-hour boat tour through the Terraba-Sierpe National Wetlands. Departing from the town of Sierpe, this experience is ideal for nature lovers, families, and photographers seeking a tranquil yet thrilling escape.

As your expert guide navigates through the mangrove-lined channels, you’ll have the chance to observe crocodiles lurking in the shallows, sloths hanging lazily from trees, and monkeys leaping between branches. Keep your camera ready for colorful birds like scarlet macaws, herons, and kingfishers—some of the region’s most iconic species.

The mangrove forest here is one of Central America’s largest and best-preserved, with towering roots rising from the water and mirrored reflections that create a dreamlike landscape. Unlike ocean tours, the river remains calm and accessible to all ages, making it perfect for anyone who wants to experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity without strenuous hiking.

Whether you’re on your way to Corcovado or simply looking to unwind in one of the most pristine river ecosystems in the country, this Sierpe wildlife tour delivers close encounters and peaceful immersion into nature’s rhythm—all from the comfort of a boat.

View of mangrove forest and calm river surface in the Terraba-Sierpe Wetlands

📌 Quick Facts

  • 3 Hours
  • Boat capacity + the guide
  • Private tours on request
  • Boat
  • High Season: Nov, Dic, Ene, Feb, Mar, Abr
  • Green-High Season: Jul, Aug, Sep
  • Low Season: May, Jun, Oct
  • No smoking or lighter
  • No alcohol or outside food
  • Reusable water bottles only
  • No weapons of any kind (including stabbing or cutting instruments)
  • Dry Season: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  • Wet Season: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dic
  • Always follow your tour guide’s commands during.
  • $60 Per Person in a group tour.
  • Private tour quotes on request.

What’s Included / What’s Not Included

🎁 What’s Included

  • Bilingual (English-Spanish) certified guide
  • Round-trip boat transportation
  • Parking fees

🚫 What’s Not Included

  • Luggage assistance
  • Binoculars
  • Private boat upgrade (extra fee)
  • Hotel pickup & taxi service (extra fee)
  • Taxes

🗺️ Itinerary

  • Sierpe’s main dock
  • Water
  • Juice
  • Under agreement
  • Under agreement 
  • Under agreement

🥾 Recommendations

Boarding & Disembarkation

🚤 Boarding

When the guide or captain gives the signal to board, please step onto the boat and find a seat promptly. Following these simple steps ensures a safe boarding process.

⚓️Desembarkation

When the crew signals to disembark, please step off the boat carefully—do not jump—to avoid any accidents.

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