If you are looking for wildlife in Arenal, it’s not all about the volcano national park. We invite you to explore the wildlife intense reserve of Caño Negro! And if you do not mind a little of your own paddle power, exploring Caño Negro by canoe is the best. This super unique tour in La Fortuna is sure to be the highlight of your Costa Rica vacation. Best of all, it is FULL of amazing photo ops of wildlife and nature!
Canoeing Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
Caño Negro is a biosphere reserve and belongs to the RAMSAR Convention. What does this mean exactly? It means that Caño Negro is globally recognized for their protected wetlands. With over 300 species of birds of which 101 are migratory and close to 100 different types of animals including over 7,000 caimans (similar to alligators), find out why the Canoe Caño Negro tour is a photographer’s dream!
Pure nature and adventure can be experienced on this Canoe Caño Negro tour. You will be canoeing the largest lagoon system in the North of Costa Rica with a knowledgeable, bilingual guide. They will make sure you don’t miss a beat! While paddling your own canoe along the river banks don’t be surprised to see the various wildlife that include two-toed sloths, white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, green basilisk lizards (Jesus Lizards who walk on water), caiman and white-tailed deer.
Delicious Lunch at El Caiman in Los Chiles
After all that paddling, we will take you to the El Caiman restaurant in the town of Los Chiles on the border of Nicaragua. Here you can feast on a traditional Costa Rican meal and take in the scenery before heading back to La Fortuna. Can you imagine a better day in Costa Rica? If not, don't miss out and book your discounted Canoe Cano Negro tour with The Real Deal Tours today!
Canoe Caño Negro Details
Canoe Caño Negro Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 7:30am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to an hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 8.5 Hours.
Canoe Caño Negro Recommendations:
Children: Minimum age is 5 years old. Children pay the same as an adult and must ride in their parents canoe. If you have younger children, we recommend the Unique Cano Negro tour by boat.
Restrictions: This tour is mildly strenuous. You must be in good physical condition to paddle your own canoe and be able to climb in and out of the canoe without assistance.
Insider Tip: Seriously, Cano Negro is one of the coolest places we have ever been!! It is a wildlife circus there and they love to perform. And gliding along in a canoe is probably one of the most unique experiences you can have in Arenal... and maybe the world! It is totally worth the full day trip from La Fortuna
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $114.00
Real Deal: $100.00
