Family Activities in Manuel Antonio
Create lasting memories with ECOTICA’s family-friendly activities! Enjoy guided nature walks, snorkeling adventures, sunset cruises, and more—all perfect for guests of all ages. Dive into fun-filled experiences surrounded by Costa Rica’s lush rainforest and wildlife.
Nature & Wildlife Encounters
Manuel Antonio National Park Tour POPULAR
$60Kids love it when the guide's spotting scope finds a sloth or a monkey family overhead. An easy walk on flat trails that ends at the beach.
Pickup: 7:50am, 8:50am, 11:50am & 12:30pm
Includes: Park entrance, guide, transportation, water, fruit & snacks.
Night Wildlife Jungle Hike
$60Flashlights on: children hunt for glowing eyes, tree frogs and sleeping birds, the walk the whole family talks about at breakfast.
Pickup: 5:30pm
Includes: Transportation, guide, flashlight & water.
Vanilla Farm Experience Seasonal
$69A sweet morning for all ages: smell fresh vanilla pods, see how they grow and finish with tastings and homemade ice cream.
Pickup: 8:15am or 12:15pm
Includes: Transportation, guided plantation tour & tastings.
Chocolate & Coffee Tour Seasonal
$79Watch cacao turn into chocolate and grind your own treat: a hands-on tour where little ones (and grown-ups) taste as they go.
Pickup: 7:30am or 12:30pm
Includes: Transportation, guide, chocolate & coffee tastings and water.
Mangrove Kayaking
$90Calm, shaded water with no waves, ideal for a first paddle together, while the guide points out crabs, birds and monkeys in the roots.
Pickup: Depends on the tide
Includes: Transportation, guide, life jacket, lunch, water & fruit.
Jungle & Land Adventures
Zip Line Recommended
$80A family favourite for kids old enough to fly: safe harnesses, patient guides and the proud first zip through the canopy.
Pickup: 8:00am, 11:00am or 2:00pm
Includes: Transportation, guide, water, fruit & snacks.
Horseback Riding
$75Gentle horses and a relaxed pace make this a lovely first ride for older kids, with jungle trails and countryside views.
Pickup: 7:30am or 1:30pm
Includes: Transportation, guide, entrance fee, lunch, water, fruit & snacks.
Rain Maker Conservation Park
$59Hanging bridges, short trails and a natural pool to splash in: a family hike with just enough adventure.
Pickup: 7:30am
Includes: Transportation, guide, entrance fee
Ocean & Water Activities
Catamaran & Snorkeling Adventure
$89A half day the whole family enjoys: dolphins if you're lucky, a snorkel stop in calm water and lunch on board.
Pickup: 8:00am or 1:00pm
Includes: Transportation, lunch, snorkeling gear, snacks, drinks & 4 alcoholic beverages.
Whale Watching Seasonal
$75See humpback whales with their calves close to the coast, a moment children never forget. Seasonal, July to October.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Includes: Guide, park entry, life jacket, water & fruit.
Surf Lessons
$85Small, gentle waves and a patient instructor: the perfect place for kids and parents to stand up on a board together.
Pickup: 9:00am
Includes: Surfboard & instructor.
Make a Reservation
Book a family adventure with ECOTICA! From guided wildlife tours and snorkeling trips to fun nature hikes and scenic boat rides, our team will help create a perfect day for all ages. Reserve now and experience the beauty and excitement of Manuel Antonio with your loved ones.