Frequently Asked Questions

Do I book tours directly on EscapeCostaRica.com?

No. EscapeCostaRica.com is an independent research and comparison guide. Every tour button takes you directly to Viator or GetYourGuide where you check real-time availability and complete your booking.

Are national park tickets included in guided tours?

We explicitly state on every tour card whether official SINAC park admission is included (as on our featured Carara, Arenal Combo, and Corcovado Sirena tours). Always bring your passport number when booking Corcovado or Manuel Antonio tours.

What is a wet-beach boarding?

In bays without a commercial pier—such as Playas del Coco, Sámara, Tamarindo, and Drake Bay—you step into ankle-to-knee-deep water on the sand to board a small tender boat that transfers you to the catamaran or panga.