Sea kayaking in Costa Rica's warm tropical waters is a treat for paddlers of all levels. Paddle through biodiverse mangrove forests and under lush rainforest canopies with birds and monkeys calling overhead. Paddle the crystal clear blue waters of the Caribbean, the Pacific, or a flat water tropical river and you may see a green sea turtle or, with a little luck, caimans. Paddle in Cahuita National Park on our Beaches & Rainforest tour. Explore the Pacific's Ballena National Marine Park on our Discover Costa Rica tour, Costa Rica Multisport tour, or paddle in southern Costa Rica's Corcovado National Park and Golfo Dulce. Contact one of Adventure Life's Costa Rica adventure travel specialists for help choosing the perfect kayaking trip to Costa Rica.

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Kayak the Paquita River to Damas Island. En route, you'll see numerous bird species, snakes, anteaters, and white-faced monkeys. You may also see heron species, kingfishers, ospreys, frigatebirds, and migratory birds.
Kayak in the Caribbean - Cahuita National Park. With the largest coral reef system in Costa Rica, you will have the chance to see a large array of colorful tropical fish, sting rays, and possibly a reef shark or two.
Kayak in the Pacific. You are equipped with snorkel gear so that you can jump off your kayak and browse the underwater world as you like.
From Biesanz Beach, you'll likely see whales or dolphins.
Explore Corcovado's rich rainforest from kayaks.
Kayak the mangrove forest of Terraba Sierpe Mangrove Swamps near the Sierpe River.
Ballena National Marine Park sea kayaking & snorkeling.

Best Time to Travel to Costa Rica

You can visit Costa Rica virtually any time of year. However, many travelers may prefer to plan their trip during the country's dry season, while others want to take advantage of the off-season deals and fewer crowds that are characteristic of rainier months. Knowing the best time to go to Costa Rica ensures a smoother travel experience.

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