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Manuel Antonio National Park is a small and unique coastal sanctuary, combining tropical rainforest, exotic wildlife, idyllic Pacific beaches and resorts from tourist to luxury.

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Manuel Antonio is one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica, due to its combination of lowland tropical rainforest, National Park, wide sandy beach, and easy access from San Jose. A small busy town has built up on a hill overlooking the coast, where many hotels, bars and restaurants can be found offering a variety of services.

If you feel like relaxing there are beautiful beaches at the bottom of the hill, where some beach bars and restaurants can also be found. For those feeling more adventurous it is easy to explore the National Park, either on your own or on a guided tour. The park has more than one hundred mammal species and one hundred and eighty species of birds, including the rare white ibis. Squirrel monkeys (another endangered species) play in the trees above the trails in the park and there are also two-toed sloths, raccoons, white-nosed coatis, howler and white faced monkeys, and squirrels.

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Golden sand beach with turquoise waves and lush rainforest on the coast of Costa Rica.

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Habitats of Costa Rica

14 Nights from £4,112

San José - Tortuguero National Park - Arenal National Park - Manuel Antonio National Park

Arenal Volcan

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Arenal Volcano & Highlands In-Depth

12 Nights from £2,882

San Jose - Arenal / Various Excursions - Manuel Antonio

Birdwatching

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Pura Vida Tour

25 Nights from £6,878

San Jose - Tortuguero NP - Sarapiqui - Tenorio NP - Bajos del Toro - Turrialba NP - Osa Peninsula - Corcovado NP - Manuel Antonio NP

Bird Cr 088

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Caribbean, Central & Pacific Eco-Systems

14 Nights from £4,176

Alajuela - Bajos del Toro - Arenal - Osa Peninsula - Manuel Antonio

A hammock sways in the shade, overlooking the tranquil beach and turquoise waters of Playa Cativo.

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Luxury Lodges & Forest, Off-Grid

16 Nights from £5,498

San Jose - Carara National Park - Central Valley - Bajos del Toro - Tenorio National Park - Guanacaste

Golden hooded tanager

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Birdwatching for Experts

19 Nights from £6,946

San José - Tortuguero - Sarapiqui - Gulf of Nicoya - San Gerado de Dota - Turrialba Volcano

Golden sunset over the forested hills of Guanacaste, with the sun setting above the Pacific horizon.

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Grand Tour

28 Nights from £9,102

San Jose - Tortuguero National Park - Bosque del Toro - Arenal National Park - Rincon de la Vieja - San Gerado de Dota - Manuel Antonio - Osa Pe…

A couple enjoys the view at Los Campesinos Waterfall, where tiers of water cascade through lush Costa Rican rainforest.

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Zuleta Tour

26 Nights from £9,164

San Jose - Tortuguero - Bajos del Toro - Arenal - Osa Peninsula - Manuel Antonio - Quito - Galapagos Islands

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Best time to visit Manuel Antonio

When is the best time to visit Manuel Antonio?

The best time to visit Manuel Antontio is during the dry season from December to April, when warm, sunny weather is ideal for enjoying the national park, beaches and outdoor activities. The green season from May to November offers lush rainforest scenery, fewer visitors and excellent wildlife viewing.

Top things to do in Manuel Antonio

What are the top things to do in Manuel Antonio?

Top experiences in Manuel Antonio include exploring Manuel Antonio National Park, relaxing on white-sand beaches, spotting sloths, monkeys and tropical birds, kayaking through mangroves, and enjoying rainforest walks with breathtaking Pacific Ocean views.

Why visit Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio is one of Costa Rica's most popular destinations, combining pristine beaches, lush rainforest and exceptional wildlife in a spectacular coastal setting. Its unique mix of nature, adventure and relaxation makes it a highlight of any Costa Rica holiday.

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