How long is the Corcovado National Park tour to Sirena Station?

This is a full-day tour. Departure from Drake Bay is at 6:00 AM and you return between 1:30 and 1:45 PM — approximately 7–8 hours total, including one hour each way by boat and a 4–5 hour guided hike inside the park.

Where does the Corcovado National Park tour depart from?

The tour departs from Drake Bay main beach at 6:00 AM. A one-hour scenic boat ride along the Osa Peninsula coastline takes you directly to Sirena Station inside Corcovado National Park.

How far in advance do I need to book the Corcovado National Park tour?

Due to strict daily visitor permit limits enforced by the Costa Rican national park system, reservations must be made a minimum of one month in advance. Spots fill quickly, especially during dry season (December–April), so early booking is strongly recommended.

What wildlife can I expect to see on the Corcovado National Park tour?

Sirena Station offers some of the most concentrated wildlife viewing in the world. Common sightings include all four monkey species found in Costa Rica (howler, spider, squirrel, and white-faced capuchin), Baird's tapirs, sloths, coatis, white-lipped peccaries, scarlet macaws, and a huge variety of tropical birds, reptiles, and insects.

What is included in the Corcovado National Park tour?

Included: round-trip boat transportation from Drake Bay, the official park entrance fee and visitor permit, a certified bilingual ICT-licensed naturalist guide with a spotting telescope, a 4–5 hour guided rainforest hike, and a hot lunch at the Sirena Ranger Station.

What is NOT included in the Corcovado National Park tour?

Not included: personal travel insurance, soft drinks or alcoholic beverages, tips for the guide and boat captain (appreciated but not required), binoculars (recommended to bring your own), and any personal souvenirs or additional purchases.

What fitness level is required for the Corcovado National Park tour?

A moderate level of physical fitness is required. The hike covers 4–5 hours on natural rainforest trails in hot and humid conditions. Guests should be comfortable walking for extended periods on uneven terrain. Those with serious mobility restrictions should consult with us before booking.

What should I wear and bring on the Corcovado National Park tour?

Pack: closed-toe hiking shoes (waterproof preferred), lightweight quick-dry clothing, a hat or cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, a reusable water bottle with at least 1–2 liters of water per person (single-use plastics are banned inside the park), a camera, sunglasses, and optionally binoculars. A light rain poncho is also recommended.

Are children allowed on the Corcovado National Park tour?

Children are welcome, but parents should consider that the tour involves a 4–5 hour hike in tropical heat and humidity. Children should be able to hike independently and handle the physical demands comfortably. There is no strict minimum age, but we recommend assessing your child's fitness level before booking.

What is the best time of year to take the Corcovado National Park tour?

Dry season (December to April) offers the most comfortable trail conditions and calmer boat crossings. That said, Corcovado is a year-round destination — the green season (May to November) delivers lush jungle scenery, fewer visitors, and equally spectacular wildlife activity. Tours run rain or shine.

Is the Corcovado National Park tour safe?

Yes. All tours are led by ICT-certified bilingual naturalist guides with extensive experience inside Corcovado. The boat is operated by a licensed captain, and the Sirena trail is a well-established park route. Guests are guided at all times and briefed on safe wildlife-viewing distances.

What is the cancellation policy for the Corcovado National Park tour?

Because this tour requires advance official park permits that cannot be transferred once issued, cancellation terms apply. Please review the full policy at the time of booking and consider purchasing travel insurance to protect against unforeseen changes. Contact us directly for rescheduling options.

How many people are on each Corcovado National Park tour?

Groups are kept small — up to 20 guests maximum per day — to comply with the park's strict visitor capacity rules and ensure a personalized, unhurried experience. This is another reason advance booking is so important: availability is genuinely limited.

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The Corcovado National Park tour from Drake Bay brings you face-to-face with the most biodiverse rainforest on Earth — home to roughly 3% of all the world's species. Boat to Sirena Station, hike 4–5 hours through ancient jungle with a certified bilingual guide, and search for tapirs, four monkey species, sloths, and scarlet macaws. Lunch at the Sirena Ranger Station is included.

Price $110

Duration 7 Hours

Tour Type

Trails & Hikes

Included & Must Bring

Round-trip boat transportation from Drake Bay

Park entrance fees

Guide

lunch

Bring hiking shoes

NO PLASTIC BOTTLES ALLOWED IN THE PARK OR FOOD

If you’re going to do one thing on the Osa Peninsula, make it this: the Corcovado National Park tour to Sirena Station — the most remote, most wildlife-rich corner of a park that scientists have called the most biologically intense place on the planet. Roughly 3% of all species on Earth live within these borders. You’re not visiting a nature reserve. You’re stepping into one of the last intact lowland rainforests in the Americas.

Your day begins at 6:00 AM on Drake Bay beach, where you board a boat for a scenic one-hour crossing along the rugged Osa coastline. As you arrive at Sirena, your ICT-certified bilingual naturalist guide — equipped with a professional spotting telescope — takes you into the forest for 4 to 5 hours of guided hiking on trails that very few travelers ever reach. The density of wildlife here is unlike anywhere else in Costa Rica. All four monkey species — howler, spider, squirrel, and white-faced capuchin — move through the canopy above. Baird’s tapirs, the largest land mammal in Central America, cross the trail with surprising calm. Coatis, white-lipped peccaries, and sloths appear around nearly every bend, while scarlet macaws slash through the sky in pairs.

This Corcovado National Park tour includes everything you need for a seamless, fully supported day in the wild:

Round-trip boat transportation from Drake Bay to Sirena Station
Official Corcovado National Park entrance fees and visitor permits
Certified bilingual ICT-licensed naturalist guide with spotting telescope
Guided hike of approximately 4–5 hours through primary rainforest
Hot lunch served at the iconic Sirena Ranger Station
Chance to spot all four Costa Rican monkey species
Wildlife encounters with tapirs, sloths, coatis, peccaries, and tropical birds
Small group format for an unhurried, personalized experience

You’ll be back on the boat by 12:45 PM, returning to Drake Bay between 1:30 and 1:45 PM — tired in the best possible way, and carrying photos most travelers never get to take. Because the Corcovado National Park tour to Sirena Station operates under strict daily visitor permits, reservations must be made at least one month in advance. Spots disappear fast, particularly during dry season. Book your Corcovado tour now and secure your place inside one of the wildest places left on Earth.