Damas Island Mangrove Kayak Tour
Days available
Every daySchedule
7:30AMLanguages offered
English & SpanishDuration
4 hrsTransportation
AvailableThe Damas Island estuary is just fifteen minutes outside of Manuel Antonio. Mangroves are born where ocean waters meet fresh water rivers, creating an underwater rooting system amongst the trees.
Here you'll kayak through protected inland waters, exploring coastal mangrove areas and discovering a variety of wildlife within the mangrove forests. You will float under a lush canopy of rainforest, silently watching a spectacular variety of birds, snakes, crocodiles, ant eaters and many groups of white face monkeys.
The departure time of this tour is dependent on the tides, so departure times vary.
What to Bring
Comfortable clothes, sun screen, sunglasses, waterproof camera, hat/ visor, mosquito repellent, bathing suit and beach towel and original, copy or photo of your ID or passport for all the members.What's included
Bilingual guides, beverages snacks and drinks, kayak and safety equipment.Similar Things to Do
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