Quepos & Manuel Antonio

15 Best Damas Island Mangrove Tours

The Damas Island mangrove runs: boat and kayak routes through the tunnels, capuchins working the branches and night safaris when the channel changes shift. The mangroves are the nursery for everything offshore; the boats idle accordingly.

1.Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio

Experience Costa Rica’s stunning mangroves on a 4-hour boat tour from Quepos. Spot wildlife, enjoy expert guides, and explore Damas Island’s vibrant ecosystem.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Relaxing boat ride. Guide had a good eye for wildlife and was knowledgeable about terrain. Kevin was the tour guide and he was excellent.”

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2.Night Mangrove Safari Boat Tour with Dinner | Manuel Antonio

Experience Costa Rica’s wildlife on a 3-hour night mangrove boat tour with dinner, guided by knowledgeable locals. Perfect for families and wildlife lovers.

★ 4.5

“Anderson was a wonderful guide and very knowledgeable. We were able to spot frogs, birds, caimans, and many other animals with his expert eyes. He even tried to find a sloth for us because we were trying to see one! Thank you Enderson for a…”

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3.Mangrove Kayak Tour | Manuel Antonio

Discover the beauty of Costa Rica’s mangroves on this 3-hour kayak tour near Manuel Antonio. Expert guides, wildlife sightings, and inclusive lunch await.

★ 4.5

“Had an excellent tour guide - Edgar. He was very knowledgeable about the plants and animals. We were able to see monkeys, birds and learned about the unique ecosystem.”

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4.Mangrove Kayak

Discover Costa Rica's mangroves on a guided kayak tour in Quepos. Spot wildlife, learn about conservation, and enjoy a peaceful eco-adventure.

★ 5.0

“It was such a nice experience to see al of the plants and animals from tbe kayak. Our guide was great - one can feel that she loves that place with all its fauna & flora and she had a lot of expertise.”

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5.Mangrove Boat

Discover Costa Rica’s mangrove ecosystem on a guided boat tour from Quepos, spotting wildlife and learning about local ecology in a relaxed, scenic setting.

★ 5.0

“Very nice place and friendly people. They gave a short walk around the territory and explained couple of plants growing there, super interesting! The guide at the boat ride explained the nature and wildlife. Highly recommend this tour.”

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6.Damas Mangrove Boat Tour

Explore Costa Rica’s mangrove ecosystems on a guided boat tour of Isla Damas. Spot wildlife, enjoy included meals, and experience nature up close.

★ 5.0

“Jean Pierre and his captain were great. So much information, and they both had a good eye for spotting animals. We saw a few crocodiles, monkeys, many birds, iguanas, and more. A nice time out on the river.”

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7.Damas Island Mangrove Kayaking Tour from Manuel Antonio

Experience Costa Rica's largest mangrove ecosystem on this guided kayaking tour from Manuel Antonio, complete with wildlife sightings, local food, and stunning scenery.

★ 4.5

“Our family of four (kids, ages 10 and 15) had a great time. We’re novice kayakers and the guides were super helpful and patient teaching us as we went along. We had double kayaks, my 15-yr old with me and my 10-yr old with my…”

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8.Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour from Manuel Antonio

Discover the biodiversity of Central America’s largest mangrove ecosystem on this guided boat tour from Manuel Antonio, complete with wildlife sightings and Costa Rican cuisine.

★ 5.0

“Maria was our guide. She was knowledgeble and professional. The tour includes lunch that was served family style and was typical Costa Rican. We saw a bunch of Cappacino monkeys close up. In fact, they got on top of the boat's roof. We saw lots…”

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9.Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour with Wildlife from Manuel Antonio

Discover the wildlife and mangroves of Damas Island on this guided boat tour from Manuel Antonio, featuring expert guides, stunning scenery, and a Costa Rican lunch.

★ 5.0

“What a great tour! Raul explained everything to us but there were times when we were able to just peacefully enjoy the ride. It was such a nice look into nature. Raul was able to spot animals that seemed completely hidden. The monkeys put on…”

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10.Damas Island Mangrove Tour with Monkeys

Discover Costa Rica’s Damas Island Mangrove Tour with Monkeys for a close-up look at wildlife, lush scenery, and expert guides—ideal for nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“Gonzalo was our guide, very knowledgeable about the area and was able to find so many animals that we missed. He answered all the questions I had, even though some were random. But the highlight of the experience was the monkeys!!! He knew them by…”

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11.Mangrove Boat Tour – Manuel Antonio

Explore the lush mangroves of Damas Island in Costa Rica on a guided boat tour, spotting monkeys, crocodiles, and a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.

★ 4.5

“Gonzalo was our guide, very knowledgeable about the area and was able to find so many animals that we missed. He answered all the questions I had, even though some were random. But the highlight of the experience was the monkeys!!! He knew them by…”

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13.Mangrove Damas Island Kayak Tours

Explore the peaceful mangrove estuary of Damas Island on a guided kayaking tour in Quepos, Costa Rica. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurous families.

★ 5.0

“Great experience. Our tour operators were very knowledgeable about the area and very friendly. He is very passionate about the mangroves.”

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14.Damas Island Kayaking Mangrove Tour from Manuel Antonio

Discover the beauty of Costa Rica’s mangroves on a half-day kayaking tour from Manuel Antonio, perfect for nature lovers seeking an active adventure.

★ 5.0

“Franklin was friendly, helpful, and knew a lot about the wildlife of the mangroves. We saw many crabs, water birds, snakes, and learned about the ecosystem of the mangroves. The tour was small which made the experience tailored to our family. We saw other groups…”

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15.Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals

Discover wildlife on a 2-hour boat tour through Manuel Antonio’s mangroves, with expert guides sharing close-up animal sightings and stunning coastal views.

★ 5.0

“Had such a fun time! The guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. The monkeys were amazing! Overall the tour was surprisingly both educational and fun!”

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