Hiking Cahuita National Park

Cahuita National Park is one of the most beautiful regions of the country. Its main attraction is a picture postcard reality of white sandy beaches, thousands of swaying palm trees, a calm sea of crystal-clear water and a live coral reef.

The Tour consists of a hike through the trail of the National Park of 9 to 11 km. approximately. From their office (Cahuita Tours) in the community of Cahuita, get in to the National Park, through the Sector of White Beach, up to Sector of Puerto Vargas, passing by beautiful and private beaches where you can relax and swim in the calm water of the Caribbean sea for a while.

The Guide will tell you the History of Cahuita Town, also he will show you medicinal plants and a great amount of animals.

The tour ends at the administration of the Sector of Puerto Vargas, where transportation will take you to the restaurant to eat a delicious traditional lunch in the community of Cahuita.

Animals you can possible see:

• Mammals: Howler monkeys, White-faced monkey, two and three toed sloth, racoons, squirrels, anteater beard, armadillos.
• Reptiles: green iguanas, Central American Whiptail, crocodiles and snakes such as: Oropel, Bocaraca, Mica, Boa, Coral, Bejuquilla and others.
• Birds: Little Blue Heron, Boat- Billed Heron, Tricolored Heron, Kingfisher, Common Black

Hawk, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Collared Aracari (Toucan), Hummingbird, Squirrel Cuckoo, Woodpecker, and others.
Other Species: Morpho´s butterflies, spiders, crabs, heliconias, coconut trees, etc.

Includes: Round trip transportation, entrance to the park, bilingual guide, fresh tropical fruits snack, bottle of water and lunch

Necessary Equipment: Hat or cap, sun block, insect repellent, sneakers or sandals, bathing suit, towel, sun glasses and camera.

RATE: $45.00 per person

Minimum: 2 People
Duration: 5 to 6 hours