Known around the world for its impressive biodiversity and ecosystems, the Corcovado National Park is not only wild but one of the most popular for tourists visiting Costa Rica.

 

 

Created in 1975, this historic park is in a remote area of southern Costa Rica so with no crowds, allows for better wildlife watching. Rare and endangered animals such as tapirs, pumas, herds of collard and white-lipped peccaries, anteaters, venomous snakes, poisonous frogs, crocodiles, and even hammerhead and bull sharks are at home here in the Corcovado.

 

 

The most common mammals to be seen are the four species of monkeys (squirrel, white face capuchin, spider and howler), sloths, coatis and agoutis as well as an impressive variety of birds including toucans, scarlet macaw, hawks, woodpeckers, tanagers, trogons, parrots, parakeets, kites, fruit bats and hummingbirds.

 

 

In this two-full-days, overnight excursion, you will venture into the wonders of nature while hiking between 20 and 40 kilometers (depending on your itinerary) in partial shade and mostly flat terrain, parallel to the pristine beach of a large primary and secondary rainforest. The night will be spent at Sirena Ranger Station.

 

 

Depending on the weather, tide, moon and season there is always something fascinating to see on this wild adventure.

 

 

 

Sirena Ranger Station provides:

  • Rustic lodging in the wild rainforest
    • Twin bunk beds with mattress, bed sheets, pillow and mosquito net
  • Food
    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (upon reservation)
    • Snacks for purchase
  • Bathrooms with toilet paper
  • Potable water
  • Shower with soap dispenser
  • Souvenir Shop
  • Light inside the installations (turned off at 8:00 PM)
  • Electrical outlets to charge your electric devices
  • Internet WiFi (weak signal)

 

There are many itineraries available to enter and exit the park. See the tabs Option 1 to 4 for all the details. The most commons access points for a 2-day expedition are as follows:

  • La Leona – Sirena – La Leona (flat 37 km and broken 2 km topography: total 39 km) Option 1
  • Sirena (flat and slightly broken topography: flexible 5 to 30 km) Option 2
  • La Leona – Sirena – Drake Bay (flat and slightly broken topography: total +/- 30 km) Option 3
  • Puerto Jimenez – Sirena – La Leona (flat and slightly broken topography: total +/- 30 km) Option 3
  • Drake Bay – Sirena – Los Patos (flat & slightly broken 25 km and broken topography 10 km: total +/- 35 km) Option 4
  • La Leona – Sirena – Los Patos (flat 34.5 km and broken 10 km topography: total 44.5 km)

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Known around the world for it’s impressive biodiversity and ecosystems, the Corcovado is not only wild, but ranked one of the best and most spectacular national park on Earth. Enjoy exploring it deep in the jungle.

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Additional information

Price according to the itinerary & amount of peopleFrom $220, To $655

Walk in / Walk out

ITINERARY Puerto Jiménez – Carate – La Leona – Sirena – La Leona – Carate – Puerto Jiménez
WEAR/TAKE
Hiking shoes Sandals or Flip flops
Hiking backpack Light long sleeved shirt
Hat Camera
Sunblock Insect Repellent
2 liters of water Snacks
Towel Flashlight or Headlamp
Rain coat (optional) Ear plugs (optional)
Plastic bags (to keep your stuff dry and pack trash out) Small case of toiletries (including soap & toothpaste)
INCLUDED
Park entrance fees (2 days) Naturalist guide
Accommodation in Sirena Dinner at Sirena Station
Breakfast on day 2
PRICES 1 Person: $479
2 People: $315 per person
3 People: $285 per person
4 People or More: $269 per person
You will need a 4×4 vehicle. Collective transport from Puerto Jimenez costs $30 per person each way with a minimum of 4 people.

Day 1

Hike to Sirena Station

5:20 AM: Meeting point with your guide: Panaderia Monar (bakery)
5:30 AM – 7:00 AM:Transport from Puerto Jiménez to Carate (43 kilometers)Observation of wildlife along the way
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: 3.5 km hike to La Leona Station
1.5 km hike on the sandy beach under the sun
2 km hike in trails
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Break in La Leona
Park Registration
Bathroom
Snack
8:30 – 12:00 PM: 16 km hike in Corcovado National Park
Flat trail that follows the Pacific coast (partial shade)
Madrigal River crossing (remove your shoes while crossing to keep them dry)
Refreshing dip in Madrigal River natural pool (optional)
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Picnic lunch on the beach
No food available for purchase
12:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Mostly flat hike in the shade including the following difficulties:
River crossing (up to 1.3 meter of water if the tide is high)
Walking up a hill (1 kilometers)
Walking on sharp rocks (500 meters)
Walking different stretch on the sandy beach under the sun (total of 4.5 kilometers)
4:00 PM: Arrival at Sirena Station
Registration
Assignation of your bed
Shower and rest
5:30 PM: Dinner at the station
8:00 PM: All lights get turned off in the station
Have a flashlight, head lamp or phone near to your bed.
Day 2

Hike back to Carate

5:00 AM – 2:30 PM: Hike in the Corcovado Park towards Carate
You’ll be bringing your breakfast to go
Make sure you have enough snacks for a picnic lunch: buy some at the station or prepay for an additional breakfast to go
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Traveling back to Puerto Jiménez

*Schedule may vary according to your guide, the sea tide, your physical condition and interests.

ITINERARIES
 Boat in – Boat out
Drake Bay – Sirena – Drake Bay
Puerto Jimenez – Sirena – Puerto Jimenez
WEAR/TAKE
Hiking shoes Sandals or Flip flops
Hiking backpack Light long sleeved shirt
Hat Camera
Sunblock Insect Repellent
2 liters of water Snacks
Towel Flashlight or Headlamp
Rain coat (optional) Ear plugs (optional)
Plastic bags (to keep your stuff dry and pack trash out) Small case of toiletries (including soap & toothpaste)
INCLUDED
Park entrance fees for 2 days Lunch (full meal) the 1st day
Accommodation in Sirena (1 night) Dinner the 1st night
Naturalist guide Breakfast the 2nd day
Optical equipment (spotting scope) Roundtrip boat transportation
PRICES 1 person: $619 / Group price: $399 per person
2 people: $365 per person
3 people: $335 per person
4 people or more: $325 per personMeals are recommended, but we will adjust the price if you want to remove some of them.
Ask a quote for the itinerary from and to Sierpe.
NOTES Boat transfer from Sierpe to Drake Bay: $15pp at 11:30 AM or $20pp at 3:30 PM
Boat transfer from Drake Bay to Sierpe: $15pp at 7:15 AM or $20pp at 2:30 PM
Boat transfers are 7 days a week all year round. No reservation. You need to arrive 30 minutes before in Sierpe.
If you need to take the boat from Drake Bay to Sierpe the same day you have your Corcovado tour please let us know to coordinate the time accordingly.
Parking in Sierpe: $6 per day at Restaurante Don Jorge La Perla del Sur
You can also fly to Drake Bay with the national airline Sansa or drive (4×4 needed).
There is no ATM in Drake Bay. Withdraw money before your arrival to avoid high commission fees using Paypal or your credit card. The closest banks & ATM are in Puerto Jiménez or Palmar Norte.

Day 1

Hike around Sirena Station

5:45 AM: Meeting point with your guide: Playa Agujitas in Drake Bay or 5:15 AM at the dock of Puerto Jimenez
6:00 AM – 7:15 AM: Boat ride to Sirena
Observation of marine life: dolphins, whales, sea turtles, etc.
Observation of mammals on the beach
Llorona waterfall
7:15 AM – 7:30 AM: Hike to Sirena Ranger Station
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Stop in Sirena Ranger Station
Park Registration
Bathroom
Snack
8:00 – 4:00 PM: Hike in Corcovado National Park
Los Espaveles trail: 2 km, mostly flat topography (thick and varied vegetation)
Guanacaste trail: 2 km, flat topography (impressive trees and Sirena River)
Sirena trail: 1 km, flat topography (by the mouth of Sirena river, marine life can be seen)
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Lunch at the station
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Roaming the wild Sirena beach or relaxing at the station
5:30 PM: Dinner at the station
8:00 PM: Lights are turned off in the station
Have a flashlight, head lamp or phone near to your bed.
Day 2

Morning Hike and heading back to Drake Bay

5:00 AM – 6:30 AM: Morning hike around the station
6:30 AM – 7:00 AM: Breakfast at the station
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Trail options for the last hikes in the Corcovado National Park:
Ollas trail: 3 km, slightly broken topography (for bird lovers)
Corcovado trail: 1 km, flat and slightly broken topography (high trees, primary forest)
Rio Claro trail: 3.5 km, flat topography (primary and secondary forest)
Los Naranjos trail: 3 km, flat topography (secondary forest, for history lovers)
Río Pavo trail: 5 km, flat topography (secondary forest, for plant lovers)
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Box lunch at the station
11-30 AM – 12:30PM: Last hike going towards the beach
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Boat ride from Sirena to original destination

*Schedule may vary according to your guide, your preferences and your physical condition.

Walk in / Boat out OR Boat in / Walk out

ITINERARIES Puerto Jiménez – Carate – La Leona – Sirena – Drake Bay – Puerto Jiménez
Drake Bay – Sirena – La Leona – Carate – Puerto Jimenez – Drake Bay
Puerto Jimenez – Sirena – La Leona – Carate – Puerto Jimenez (or the other way around)
Puerto Jimenez – Carate – La Leona – Sirena – Drake Bay + luggage transfer (or the other way around)
WEAR/TAKE
Hiking shoes Sandals or Flip flops
Hiking backpack Light long sleeved shirt
Hat Camera
Sunblock Insect Repellent
2 liters of water Snacks
Towel Flashlight or Headlamp
Rain coat (optional) Ear plugs (optional)
Plastic bags (to keep your stuff dry and pack trash out) Small case of toiletries (including soap & toothpaste)
INCLUDED
Park entrance fees (2 days) Naturalist guide
Optical equipment Dinner at Sirena Station
Accommodation in Sirena Breakfast on day 2
Boat & land transport Box lunch box on day 2
Luggage transfer*
PRICES Puerto Jimenez – Sirena – La Leona – Puerto Jimenez (or the other way around)
1 Person: $599 / Group price: $365 per person
2 People: $365 per person
3 People: $335 per person
4 People or More: $325 per personPuerto Jiménez – Carate – La Leona – Sirena – Drake Bay – Puerto Jiménez
Drake Bay – Sirena – La Leona – Carate – Puerto Jiménez – Drake Bay
Puerto Jimenez – Carate – La Leona – Sirena – Drake Bay + luggage transfer (or the other way around)
1 Person: $749 / Group price: $425 per person
2 People: $425 per person
3 People: $395 per person
4 People or More: $375 per person

Day 1

Hike to Sirena Station

5:20 AM: Meeting point with your guide: Panaderia Monar (bakery)
5:30 AM – 7:00 AM:Trip from Puerto Jiménez to Carate (43 kilometers)
Observation of wildlife along the way
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: 3.5 km hike to La Leona Station
1.5 km hike on the sandy beach
2 km hike in trails
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Break in La Leona
Park Registration
Bathroom
Snack
8:30 – 12:00 PM: 16 km hike in Corcovado National Park
Flat trail that follows the Pacific coast (partial shade)
Madrigal River crossing (remove your shoes while crossing to keep them dry)
Refreshing dip in Madrigal River natural pool (optional)
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Picnic lunch on the beach
No food available for purchase
12:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Mostly flat hike in the shade including the following difficulties:
River crossing (up to 1.3 meter of water if the tide is high)
Walking up a hill (1 kilometers)
Walking on sharp rocks (500 meters)
Walking different stretch on the sandy beach under the sun (total of 4.5 kilometers)
4:00 PM: Arrival at Sirena Station
Registration
Assignation of your bed
Shower and rest
5:30 PM: Dinner at the station
8:00 PM: All lights get turned off in the station
Have a flash light,head lamp or phone near to your bed
Day 2

Morning Hike and heading to Drake Bay

6:00 AM: Breakfast at Sirena Station
6:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Hike in the Corcovado National Park:
Los Espaveles trail: 2 km, mostly flat topography (thick and varied vegetation)
Guanacaste trail: 2 km, flat topography (impressive trees and Sirena River)
Sirena trail: 1 km, flat topography (by the mouth of Sirena river, marine life can be seen)
Lunch box at 11:00 AM or lunch (full meal & price will change) at 12:00 PM
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM:Hike to Sirena Beach
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Boat ride from Sirena to Drake Bay
Possible observation of marine life: dolphins, whales, sea turtles, etc.
Possible observation of Llorona waterfall
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Transport back to Puerto Jiménez

*Schedule may vary according to your guide, the sea tide, the weather, your physical condition and interests.

Boat in / Walk out OR Walk in / Boat out

ITINERARY Puerto Jimenez – Sirena – Los Patos – Puerto Jimenez (or the other way around)
Drake Bay – Sirena – Los Patos – Drake Bay (or the other way around)
WEAR/TAKE
Hiking shoes Sandals or Flip flops
Hiking backpack Light long sleeved shirt
Hat Camera
Sunblock Insect Repellent
2 liters of water Snacks
Towel Flashlight or Headlamp
Rain coat (optional) Ear plugs (optional)
Plastic bags (to keep your stuff dry and pack trash out) Small case of toiletries (including soap & toothpaste)
INCLUDED
Park entrance fees for 2 days Dinner the 1st night
Accommodation in Sirena (1 night) Box lunch the 2nd day
Naturalist guide Breakfasts 2nd day
Boat transport Land transport
PRICES 1 person: $639
2 people: $419 per person
3 people: $379 per person
4 people or more: $349 per person
If you wish to end the tour at a different destination, we can transfer your luggage for an extra fee.

Day 1

Hike around Sirena Station

5:45 AM: Meeting point with your guide: Playa Agujitas or at 5:15 AM at the dock of Puerto Jimenez
6:00 AM – 7:15 AM: Boat ride to Sirena
Observation of marine life: dolphins, whales, sea turtles, etc.
Observation of mammals on the beach
Llorona waterfall
7:15 AM – 7:30 AM: Hike to Sirena Ranger Station
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Stop in Sirena Ranger Station
Park Registration
Bathroom
Snack
8:00 – 4:00 PM: Hike in Corcovado National Park
Los Espaveles trail: 2 km, mostly flat topography (thick and varied vegetation)
Ollas trail: 3 km, slightly broken topography (for bird lovers)
Sirena trail: 1 km, flat topography (by the mouth of Sirena river, marine life can be seen)
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Lunch at the station
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Roaming the wild Sirena beach or relaxing at the station
5:30 PM: Dinner at the station
8:00 PM: All lights get turned off in the station
Have a flashlight, head lamp or phone near to your bed.
Day 2

25 km hike to Los Patos

5:00 AM – 6:30 PM: Hike in the Corcovado National Park
Guanacaste trail: 2 km, flat topography (impressive trees and Sirena River)
Start of the trail Sirena – Los Patos
6:30 AM – 7:00 AM: Breakfast in the forest
7:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Hike in the Corcovado National Park
Trail Sirena – Los Patos (10 first km are relatively flat)
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Lunch in the forest (your second breakfast to go)
12:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Hike in the heart of the Osa Peninsula
Broken trail in the virgin tropical forest (mostly going up for 6 km)
Little swim in a natural pool in front of a waterfall
Baco Trail: 4 km (stream La Tarde)
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Stop at Los Patos Ranger Station
Registration
Bathroom
Filling water bottles
Snack
Sunblock
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Hike following Rincon River until arriving to the town La Florida de La Palma de Osa
Walking on the side of the river and crossing it about 20 times
4:00 – 5:30 PM: Transport back from La Florida to Drake Bay

*Schedule may vary according to your guide and physical condition.

It is essential to have trekking experience and an excellent physical condition to do the trail Sirena – Los Patos. Walking at a moderate-fast speed is necessary. Difficulties that add to the broken topography and the humidity, the excessive warm weather, the slippery land and the weight of your backpack. Think about it well before choosing this itinerary.

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