Corcovado National Park
Costa Rica
Corcovado National Park is a national park in Costa Rica, within Puntarenas Province. It was established in 1975 and sits at an elevation of 63 m. Creators show wild scarlet macaws near its border on the Osa Peninsula, multi-day hikes with stops at ranger stations, a jungle waterfall pool, and wildlife including a puma and a pit viper.
- Type
- national park
- Location
- Costa Rica
- Within
- Puntarenas Province
- Established
- 1975
- Elevation
- 63 m
- Coordinates
- 8.54084, -83.57096
- In videos
- 2 on Travelnetic
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Tips from creators
- Register with park authorities at Los Patos Ranger Station before beginning the trek. See the moment ↓
What creators show here
Near the border of Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula, wild Scarlet Macaws congregate in beachside almond trees to feast on seeds. Visitors can observe their vibrant red, yellow, and blue plumage from the beach and watch mating pairs engage in loud calls and courtship feeding behavior.
Hikers arrive at the wooden Los Patos Ranger Station to register with Costa Rica national park authorities before beginning their trek. The video shows travelers and local guides gathering around wooden buildings surrounded by jungle foliage as they prepare for the multi-day hike.
The hiking party arrives at the Serena Ranger Station situated near the coastline inside the national park. Footage explores the wooden elevated walkways, outdoor porch seating, dining tables, and shared dorm rooms fitted with bunk beds and mosquito netting.
Hikers pause along the jungle path to swim in a natural freshwater pool fed by a small cascading waterfall. A swimmer wades into the clear water surrounded by rock faces and rainforest trees while others watch from the bank.
Guides and hikers spot a wild puma camouflaged in the dense underbrush just meters off the trail. Close-up shots show the cougar lying calmly on the ground while alarm calls from monkeys resonate across the forest canopy.
While resting on the dark sand beach during the second day hike, the guide shows how to break open green coconuts against rocks. Hikers take turns opening coconuts and drinking fresh coconut water right out of the shells.
The tour guide points out a bulbous brown termite nest built into tree roots along the trail. He explains that termites are safe to eat and taste like mint, leading a young hiker to taste one directly from the nest.
A guide highlights a small hog-nosed pit viper resting near the rocky trail floor among fallen leaves. Detailed camera close-ups reveal the snake's distinct brownish pattern and venomous viper head shape.
Tours and experiences at Corcovado National Park
- Corcovado National Park LA LEONA Ranger Station Full Day Tourfrom $175 per person · 5.0★ (23 reviews)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Starts
- Hotel pickup offered, or meet at the start point - You will meet the guide at this spot, the day before the tour we will arrange guide’s name.
- Languages
- English (guide), Spanish (guide)
- Includes
- Optical equipment; Entrance tickets; Pictures through our optical equipment
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Corcovado National Park Adventure – Guided San Pedrillo Hikefrom $136 per person · 5.0★ (16 reviews)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Starts
- Meet at the start point - Road to the Marino Ballena National Park, 50 meters east of the ASADA Comunal Bahia Ballena, next to the Ana Cruz clothing…
- Languages
- English (guide), Spanish (guide)
- Includes
- Typical Costa Rican; Life jacket; Bilingual Guide (Spanish - English); Parking
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Corcovado National Park Day Tour: Guided Wildlife Walk at Sirenafrom $185 per person · 5.0★ (14 reviews)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Starts
- Meet at the start point - It is the only public pier in town, the guide will meet you there and will look for you. 5:20am
- Languages
- Spanish (guide), English (guide)
- Includes
- Spotting Scope (optic equipment).; Entrance fee; Round-trip boat tickets; Lunch
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- One-day adventure in Corcovado National Parkfrom $370 per person · 5.0★ (12 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Corcovado National Park?
Corcovado National Park is in Costa Rica. It is a national park. Its coordinates are about 8.54084, -83.57096.
How long do you need at Corcovado National Park?
Creators show the park's hike as a multi-day trek, with a second day spent on the trail.
How long do tours of Corcovado National Park take?
The 3 tours with details shown on this page run from 8 hours to 10 hours, according to Viator. Check each listing for the exact schedule.
How much do tours of Corcovado National Park cost?
Experiences that include Corcovado National Park on Viator start from about $136 per person. Prices change and depend on the date, group size and what is included, so check the listing before you book.
Is a guided tour of Corcovado National Park worth it?
Viator lists 4 experiences that include Corcovado National Park. The top-rated shown here, "Corcovado National Park LA LEONA Ranger Station Full Day Tour", has 5.0 out of 5 from 23 reviews. Reviews and ratings are shown by Viator and change over time.
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