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National park in Costa Rica
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Manuel Antonio National Park (Spanish: Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio) is a national park in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica in the municipality of Manuel Antonio, 7 km south of Quepos.
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With a guide.
Guided park walks with ICT-certified naturalist guides, Swarovski spotting scope and photos of the sightings included. Also runs night walks on a private reserve and Damas Island mangrove boat tours, which operate on Tuesdays when the park is closed.
Hotel El Faro
Authentic shipping containers have been stylishly transformed into a unique eco-friendly hotel with private balconies and unparalleled views.
By car
On a paved road Manuel Antonio can be reached within 3 hours from San José via Jacó.
By bus
There is a bus driving the route Quepos-Manuel Antonio that leaves every 30 minutes from 07:00-22:00. You can catch the bus at any of the many stops along the way. Fare ₡390 each way (+506 777-03-18).
Once close to Manuel Antonio, it is possible to walk from most hotels to the beach and to any restaurants or attractions in between.
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