6-Hour Corcovado National Park Sunrise Hike from Drake Bay
Highlights
Corcovado National Park
nature, photography, Wildlife
Group Tour
6 Hours
Medium
English, Spanish
Description
Discover Corcovado National Park at its most alive on an early morning 6-hour sunrise tour from Drake Bay. Enter the rainforest at dawn via Los Planes Ranger Station, hike through pristine primary forest in cooler temperatures, and experience heightened wildlife and bird activity. Guided by a certified naturalist, this immersive walk offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife observation, birdwatching, and understanding one of Costa Rica’s richest ecosystems.
Itinerary
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6-Hour Early Morning Corcovado Sunrise Tour Itinerary – Los Planes Ranger Station
- 05:15 AM – Pick-up in Drake Bay Area
Begin with an early morning pick-up from the agreed meeting point at the Nativos Corcovado office in Drake Bay.
Transfer by vehicle toward the park entrance, enjoying the quiet atmosphere before dawn. 05:30 AM – Arrival at Los Planes Ranger Station
Arrive at Los Planes Ranger Station.
Meet your certified naturalist guide.
Receive a detailed safety briefing and an overview of the route, wildlife expectations, and park regulations.05:45 AM – Sunrise Hike Begins
Enter Corcovado National Park just before or at sunrise.
Begin hiking along primary rainforest trails under cooler morning temperatures.
Experience the forest as it awakens, accompanied by dawn bird calls and increased wildlife activity.07:00 AM – Deep Rainforest Exploration
Continue trekking through dense rainforest ecosystems.
Observe diverse flora, towering trees, and rich understory vegetation.
Spot wildlife such as monkeys, birds, insects, and possible mammal sightings, depending on conditions.08:30 AM – Wildlife Observation and Interpretation
Pause at strategic points for wildlife observation and photography.
Learn about the park’s ecosystems, conservation efforts, and species behavior from your guide.
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the forest during peak morning activity hours.10:30–11:00 AM – Return and Drop-off
Complete the hike and exit the park via Los Planes Ranger Station.
Transfer back to Drake Bay.
Conclude the experience with a drop-off at the original meeting point.
- 05:15 AM – Pick-up in Drake Bay Area
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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