Wild Macaws Tour from Samara
Just south of Playa Carrillo is Punta Islita, home to the Macaw Recovery Network (previously The Ara Project), a conservation organization dedicated to the survival of Costa Rica’s native macaws.
The site in Punta Islita is home to the organization’s Macaw Refuge and Breeding Center, where rescued or injured birds from both species that can not be released are kept for breeding purposes. Their young are then released into the wild. Over 50 Scarlet Macaws have been released, creating the now famous Wild Scarlet Macaw Reserve, a must see when visiting the Nicoya Peninsula.
Rates - including tax
| Type | Rate |
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Adult Rate (Ages 13+, At Least One Age 18+): |
$66.60 |
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Child Rate (Ages 5-12): |
$56.20 |
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Child - Free (Ages 4 and Under): |
$0.00 |
Tour / Activity Details
Hotel pickups occur 30 to 60 minutes before the tour departs; exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
72 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Either a printed or smartphone E-Ticket will be accepted. Tour includes pick-up and drop-off at Samara and Carrillo Beach hotels. Rates are per-person in US Dollars. Please order online or call us in the USA at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.
There is a $6.95 USD processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order. There is a service charge per ticket. This charge will be reflected on your summary before you checkout. The total shown at checkout includes any fuel surcharges, service charges and tax. There are no additional charges, unless otherwise specified.
Tour / Activity Policies
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds. All sales are final.
Change Fee Policy: If changes are allowed on a tour or activity, a $20.00 per reservation change fee will be applied for any change to a reservation. Please note that some tours and activities do not allow any changes. Date changes can only be made only if we can confirm availability on the new date. While we cannot guarantee any changes can be made, all change requests must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to the tour departure and must be handled on an individual basis through our Reservations Center.
Tour / Activity Description
COVID-19 Protocols Update
- You need to wear masks in public places and on public transportation.
- Wash your hands as often as you can.
- Stay in your bubble; maintain a safe distance from and avoid contact with others not in your bubble.
- Check for required visas; in most cases you will not need a visa; without a visa, you can be in Costa Rica up to 90 days; see www.visitcostarica.com for details.
- Complete the Health Pas online form; must be done at least 48 hours before your departure for Costa Rica.
- Get required travel insurance; make sure your chosen insurance includes all the Costa Rica requirements; the www.visitcostarica.com website has all details.
Please Note
- Children must be accompanied by at least one adult
- This experience is weather-dependent; if your tour is canceled due to bad weather, you will have the option of choosing another date or receiving a refund; but tours do operate in light rain
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from your Samara or Carrillo Beach hotel
- Experienced bilingual guide
- Small group tour
- Bottled water, juices, snacks
What to Bring/Wear
- Mosquito repellent
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Raincoat during the rainy season
- Don't forget your camera!
72 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Either a printed or smartphone E-Ticket will be accepted. Tour includes pick-up and drop-off at Samara and Carrillo Beach hotels. Rates are per-person in US Dollars. Please order online or call us in the USA at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.