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Sirena Deep Exploration (3 Days 2 Nights)
Boat in, explore, boat out!
Starting from Drake Bay to the heart of Corcovado National Park, the Sirena Biological Station is just incredible for deep contact with nature, this option is perfect if you are looking for a relaxed but unforgettable wild experience! You can start or end via Puerto Jimenez as well.
The booking price listed applies for a minimum of 2 people. Ask about available dates before submitting your booking request.
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This is the option where you spend the most time in Sirena, with the minimum effort. A great choice for families with kids, elder naturalists, or just for experts or photographers that are not interested in long hikes.
This choice allows you to explore deeply the Sirena Biological Station, the best spot for wildlife observation.
First day: Departing early in the morning from Drake Bay or Pto. Jimenez, you will enjoy the 1h 30 min boat ride through beautiful coastal ecosystems. You arrive directly at the heart of the park, where you'll have the chance to hike all day and explore the trails around the biological station, learning about wildlife and tropical ecosystems with our local guides.
Second day: We start early in the morning with a short hike to the Sirena river (depending on the tide), looking for tapirs that move back to their mud pools as the morning light allows you to have great morning shots enchanted by the melodious sounds of tropical birds. The rest of the day we continue exploring the ancient forests of Corcovado.
Third day: After breakfast, continue hiking the surrounding area, and explore Corcovado´s abundant nature. Finally, by noon we take the boat ride again towards Drake or PJ.
The shared boat rides will allow you to have an amazing overview of the Osa Peninsula from the sea! With some luck, you'll be able to observe dolphins, turtles, and even whales when in season (July to November and December to January).
Have in mind that, if you will stay on the other side of the Peninsula after your tour, you might need the luggage transfer service between PJ and Drake. We don't recommend doing any Corcovado hike with more than 6 kilograms on your back. Policies apply for the luggage transfer, you can read them here: Luggage Transfer Policies.
We also offer a taxi service from Drake Bay to Puerto Jiménez or vice versa in case you need to move between these towns.
If you're coming in a rented car, and you plan to exit on the other side of the Peninsula after your tour, we can help you move it from Drake to PJ or vice-versa. Ask about our car relocation service. Policies apply, you can read them here: Car Relocation Policies.
- If starting in Puerto Jiménez, see the meeting point on the map by clicking here.
- If starting in Drake Bay, see the meeting point on the map by clicking here.
All packages include a shared guide, if you want a private guide for your group, you must request it directly to our email.
- Park's entrance and accommodation fees
- Shared boat in and out (from Puerto Jimenez or Drake)
- Local naturalist guide
- Bunk bed with sheets, pillow, and mosquito net.
- Meals (x2 Lunch, x2 Dinner, x2 Breakfast)
- Water (Please bring your reusable water bottle. Single-use plastic bottles are forbidden inside protected areas.)
- Accommodations in Drake
- Private guide (available upon request for an extra fee)
- Snorkeling tour to Caño Island
- Lunch for day 3
- Taxi from Drake to Puerto Jimenez or vice versa
- Luggage transfer from Puerto Jimenez to Drake or vice versa**
** Policies apply
5:45 a.m. Meet your guide at Picolina at Drake Bay.
6:00 a.m. Boat pick-up at Playa Agujitas in Drake Bay.
Or...
5:20 a.m. Meet your guide at Puerto Jiménez's pier.
5:30 a.m. Boat ride to Sirena.
Then...
7:30 a.m. Arrive at Sirena, register, and settle at the station.
8:00 a.m. Hiking the trails around Sirena (you can choose from seven different trails, once you're there).
12:00 m.d. Lunch at the Sirena station.
2:00 p.m. Afternoon hike around the trails at Sirena.
6:00 p.m. Dinner at the Sirena station.
8:00 p.m. Spend the night at the station.
5:00 a.m. Early morning hike to the Sirena River.
6:30 a.m. Breakfast at the station.
8:00 a.m. Hiking the trails around Sirena (you can choose from seven different trails, once you’re there).
11:30 a.m. Lunch at the station.
2:00 p.m. Looking for more wildlife at Sirena.
6:00 p.m. Dinner at the station.
8:00 p.m. Lights out, spend the night at the station.
5:00 a.m. Early morning hike to the Sirena River (optional).
6:30 a.m. Breakfast at the Sirena station.
7:30 a.m. Hiking the trails around Sirena.
11:30 a.m. Pick up your things at the station and head towards the beach.
12:30 m.d. Boat pick-up at Sirena beach.
1:45-2:00 p.m. Arrive at Drake or PJ. End of the tour.
- 2-3 liters of water (single-use plastic bottles are not allowed inside national parks).
- Hiking shoes (protected, comfortable, and preferably waterproof).
- Light and quick dry clothes, hat or cap, swimsuit, raincoat, and sandals.
- Passport (it can be a copy or a clear picture).
- Sunblock.
- Bug repellent.
- Flashlight.
- Towel.
- Waterproof bag.
- Hiking backpack.
Optional:
- Binoculars.
- Camera.
- Sunglasses.
- Handkerchief.
Experience an authentic immersion in the heart of Corcovado National Park by spending a night at the Sirena Biological Station. The station is located just a short walk (800 m) from the pristine shores.
Accommodation is in shared, rustic dormitories featuring roofed wooden platforms with bunk beds. While basic and offering limited privacy, the comfortable beds are equipped with sheets, a pillow, and a mosquito net.
You'll have access to nice and clean shared bathrooms and showers (please note there is no hot water). Meals are served in the communal, open-air dining room, where you can enjoy typical Costa Rican cuisine and connect with other travelers.
There is also a souvenir shop where you can buy cold drinks, coffee, and snacks. Lockers are available to store personal belongings for $4 per day, and you may also rent towels for $5.
Bunkbeds at Sirena Biological Station
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