Caño Negro Wildlife Boat Safari

Costa Rica's greatest wetland, by boat

The Caño Negro wetlands, near the Nicaraguan border, are one of the most important wildlife refuges in Central America — and the best way to see them is exactly how you will: gliding along the Río Frío by boat. This is paradise for animal lovers and bird watchers: more than 300 bird species, capuchin monkeys, caimans, sloths, iguanas and more, all spotted from the comfort of your seat.

Your experience

1. Hotel pickup in the La Fortuna / Arenal area and a scenic drive through northern farmland.
2. ~2-hour boat safari on the Río Frío through the Caño Negro refuge — cameras and binoculars ready.
3. Local lunch at a riverside restaurant.
4. Sugar cane & chocolate tasting — a sweet look at two of Costa Rica's classic crops.
5. Return to your hotel.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup & transport
• Boat safari with life jackets
• Expert bilingual guide
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Sugar cane & chocolate tasting
• Fruits & water refills

Price: $96.05 per person · taxes included · kids discount available · easy — all ages · free cancellation up to 48h.

This experience is operated with our certified local partners. Message us on WhatsApp — we confirm availability for your date and send you a secure payment link to lock it in.