Damas Mangroves Kayak Tour
Paddle the calm channels of Isla Damas with naturalist guides, birdwatching, wildlife sightings, and a classic Costa Rican lunch.
Duration
3 hours
Group size
Small group
Difficulty
Easy
Departure
Morning or afternoon
Overview
The Damas mangroves are a maze of quiet water channels teeming with life just north of Manuel Antonio. Paddling a kayak lets you move slowly and silently, getting close to birds and wildlife without disturbing them.
Your bilingual guide points out herons, white-faced monkeys, crabs, and the mangrove ecosystem that protects this coast. The tour includes gear, safety, and a typical lunch.
Highlights
- Paddle calm mangrove channels
- Birdwatching and white-faced monkeys
- Learn the mangrove ecosystem
- Classic Costa Rican lunch included
What to expect
8:00 AM
Hotel pickup
Pickup and short transfer to Isla Damas.
8:45 AM
Kayak briefing
Safety, paddling basics, and gear fitting.
9:00 AM
Mangrove paddle
Explore the channels with wildlife spotting.
11:30 AM
Lunch and return
Typical lunch, then drop-off at your hotel.
What's included
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Kayak and safety gear
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Typical Costa Rican lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Gallery
What to bring
- Light, breathable clothing
- Closed, comfortable shoes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Water and a camera
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