Verde River
Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure Package
Hop aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a 4-hour rail journey through the untouched and unspoiled Verde Valley. With luxury class seating, you will enjoy appetizers, Champagne and unobstructed views of Arizona’s geological wonders, wildlife and archaeological finds of the ancient Sinagua people who once lived in the area.
Kayak Tour on the Verde River
Classified as one of two Wild and Scenic Rivers in Arizona! The Verde River offers a truly spectacular way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! This is your chance to take a break from the mundane and treat yourself to an amazing journey on the beautiful Verde River! Our guided paddling trips are nothing short of breathtaking, offering up stunning views, unique wildlife encounters, and priceless memories.
Paddling down the Verde River is an unforgettable experience that will be sure to take your breath away. The lush green riverbanks provide a perfect backdrop as you float past towering cliffs full of Native ruins. You might even encounter some local wildlife along the way – from fluffy river otters to majestic bald eagles gliding across the sky.
Multiple tours daily and private tour options ensure we can accommodate all group sizes, large or small.
Palo Verde National Park River Safari Boat Tour
This safari along the banks of the majestic Tempisque River and through Palo Verde National Park will give you the option to see exotic birds, incredible crocodiles, iguanas, mammals, wild monkeys and much more.
Indulge in a fantastic, authentic typical Costa Rican lunch. An added extra, exclusive to Costa Rica Unique, enjoy a mini coffee tour and tasting, learn about indigenous Chorotegan culture and their amazing pottery techniques. Bring home your own real Costa Rican pottery!
Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS© has been a pioneer in Rural Tourism for more than 30 years. Our commitment is to provide unique and unforgettable trip experiences with the true Costarican family essence.
Visitors will enjoy a boat tour designed for the wildlife lover type of tourist, and get a chance to put into practice the sustainable farming techniques of the families in Guanacaste.
Your visit, it help us to provide working opportunities to women and men within our community, while also allowing us to produce and buy local and organic products, supporting the growth of the local economy.
Thank you for supporting Rural Tourism companies led by local families such as ours, PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS©.
PRIVATE GUIDED River Kayaking the Verde River With 4×4 UTV RIDE
You and you party will be picked up by a UTV Side by side. With a fun off roading ride that takes you to our launch spot. With beautiful views and lots of small rapid runs the excitement and adventure are around every bend. Have kids ? Like to swim? There are several water holes that are great for swimming and cooling off. After we are done we will provide transportation back to your vehical.
Jungle Cruise at Palo Verde National Park
KIDS FROM 0-6 YEARS FREE OF CHARGE!!
KIDS FROM 7-11 YEARS 50% OFF REGULAR PRICE!!
CATours is a Costa Rican Family own company establish in 1972, with operations in the Guanacaste region since 1995. We have a strong costumer service department and the best tour guides and drivers of the country. We come with:
– 50+ Years of Experience
– Late Model Vans and SUVs
– Naturalist English Speaking Tour Guides with ICT Certified License
– Fully Insurance coverage
Choose us and we will give you the best Jungle Cruise Experience in Guanacaste.
Palo Verde Boat Safari

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 137 Reviews.
Embark on a captivating 1 hour and 20-minute boat safari through Palo Verde National Park, where you'll encounter Costa Rica's rich wildlife, from crocodiles to monkeys. Following the safari, indulge in a hearty Costa Rican lunch to recharge, before diving into a fascinating presentation on Chorotega pottery, learning about its intricate designs and cultural significance. It's a day filled with adventure, culture, and delicious cuisine, offering a memorable glimpse into the wonders of Costa Rica.
Starlight Ride on Verde Canyon Railroad

Rated 5 Stars, based on 63 Reviews.
Hop aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad for a 4-hour rail journey through the untouched and unspoiled Verde Valley. With first class seating, you will enjoy unobstructed views of Arizona’s geological wonders, wildlife, and archaeological finds of the ancient Sinagua people who once lived in the area. The Verde Canyon Railroad offers Starlight and Moonlight excursions on select Fridays and Saturdays May through September, departing the depot during the cooler temperatures of later afternoon and traveling through sunset and into the moon glow of twilight. Sandwiched between two protected national forests and adjacent to the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness, Verde Canyon Railroad brings its passengers into a untamed and unspoiled terrain, the exceedingly rare ribbon where high desert meets the river.
Inflatable Kayak Adventure from Camp Verde

Rated 5 Stars, based on 289 Reviews.
Paddle down Arizona's Wild and Scenic Verde River in comfortable, inflatable kayaks! Whether you're a beginner or experienced kayaker, you'll enjoy this self-guided 1/2 day adventure. We provide all the gear and instruction you will need.
Palo Verde River Boat Trip

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
✅Pick up at your Hotel
✅2 hour Boat Safari on the Tempisque River (roofted boat)
✅View Wildlife such as Crocodiles, Monkeys, Birds, Iguanas, & More!
✅View Wildlife in their Natural Habitat
✅Costa Rica Style Lunch
✅Bilingual Naturalist Guide
✅Visit to Local Guaitil Pottery Village
✅Drop Off at your Hotel
What to Bring
☑️Secure shoes that can get wet
☑️Sunglasses
☑️Sunscreen
☑️Insect repellent
☑️Camera
☑️Binoculars
☑️Reusable water container
☑️Pocket money
Canyoning Rio Verde

Rated 5 Stars, based on 273 Reviews.
We are a team who has over 10 year of experience in adventure tourisme.
I am a qualified technician in hiking, climbing and canyoning. I am a happy and communicative person. I love teaching Andalusian nature, culture and traditions by applying group dynamics games and environmental knowledge.
Palo Verde Riverboat Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 45 Reviews.
Enjoy a 1.5-hour riverboat cruise on the Tempisque River bordering the Palo Verde National Park, which protects over 33,000 acres and is known for its ecological diversity. It preserves wetlands and provides a refuge for various wildlife. Be on the lookout and ready to shoot that one-of-a-kind picture moment. You may spot howler monkeys, crocodiles, huge iguanas, white faced monkeys and a myriad of herons, storks, kingfishers. After the river cruise, you'll enjoy a traditional family style Costa Rican lunch.
Palo Verde Jungle Boat Tour, Guaitil Pottery & Lunch

Rated 4 Stars, based on 29 Reviews.
The natural hydrologic system of the Tempisque River creates the perfect conditions for an enormous variation of animals. As a result of this the Palo Verde National Park works as a refuge for hundreds of resident birds and a wide variety of migratory species. It really is a bird watchers paradise, but it is also the perfect spot to see lots of howler and capuchin monkeys as well as crocodiles on the riverside. At the end of the tour down the river it will be time to get a delicious traditional lunch. After enjoying this great meal you will go visit the famous artisan’s village of Guaitil. Here you can learn about the Chorotegan Indians and watch the artists as they make the pottery heritage from their Pre-Columbian ancestors.
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 23 Reviews.
The hydrologic characteristics of the Tempisque River have created conditions to form these internationally important wetlands ecosystems (Ramsar site). Palo Verde National Park is an exceptional place for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general.
Palo verde Boat Tour from Playa Flamingo

Rated 5 Stars, based on 18 Reviews.
For those that want to see wildlife in Guanacaste, the Palo Verde National Park boat tour is one of the best.
The best way to experience the national park is by taking a guided boat tour down the river to go wildlife watching. The boat tour is about 1.5 hours long, going down the Tempisque River in a 20-25 seat motor boat.
It’s also a great tour for families and senior citizens who may have trouble walking long distances but want to see wildlife and nature as there is no strenuous activity involved.
The most common animals you will see on the Palo Verde National Park boat tour are iguanas, crocodiles, white face monkey, howler monkey, herons and more
Wildlife watching boat tours down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park. Includes roundtrip transportation, bilingual guide, national park fee, breakfast and water .
Full Day Private Tour of Palo Verde National Park

Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
This guided tour is special because of its combination of nature, knowledge, and comfort. The boat safari on the Tempisque River immerses you in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Costa Rica, where you can observe birds, reptiles, and mammals in their natural environment. The guides, experts in the local fauna and flora, provide valuable information, adding an educational component to the experience.
Attention to detail is another highlight: from the pick-up at your hotel to the typical Costa Rican lunch, everything is designed to maximize your comfort and enjoyment. In addition, the tour allows you to connect with the local culture through gastronomy and offers the opportunity to learn about conservation initiatives in the Palo Verde National Park. This mix of nature, culture, and education makes the tour a unique and memorable experience.
Palo Verde National Park

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.
On this excursion you can tour the Tempisque River for 2 hours within a protected area called Palo Verde National Park. This is a prominent place in the province of Guanacaste; You will have the opportunity to see all kinds of animals such as carablanca monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, iguanas more than a meter long, crocodiles with which you can take pictures, pink spatulas, storks, hawks, jaribus, parrots, macaws, herons Tiger and many others.
Rio Verde Day Trip – Rafting Medellín

Rated 5 Stars, based on 29 Reviews.
The Río Verde is a pristine, clear green river that carves through untouched Colombian rainforest. Start exploring by hiking down the jungle canyon with pack-mules. Raft over 30 KMs of the Rio Verde and the famous Rio Samana. We will stop to swim in a pristine waterfall, interact with local traditional gold miners and discover the countless species of endemic fauna and flora.
Palo Verde Boat Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 55 Reviews.
This an amazing opportunity to experience both nature and culture within the same tour! It is the perfect Nature & Culture Combo!
We are offering you a very unique and memorable adventure on the Tempisque River surrounding the Palo Verde National Park. This 1.5 hour visual safari on one of the longest rivers in Costa Rica is rich with wildlife and vegetation. This is the best nature tour in Costa Rica!
Get to know more about Costa Rican Blue Zone and makes it special. Discover how to make local tortillas, learn about ancestral pottery made by the Chorotega indigenous.
This is a great opportunity to admire several animals in their natural habitat such as white face monkeys, crocodiles, wild turkeys, howler monkeys, coatis, herons, long nose bats and more. The river is the habitat for more than 100 migratory birds. This is why we call it "Mother Nature's Surprise Box"!
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 24 Reviews.
This is a beautiful tour if you really love nature. This National Park protects forested areas as well as an extensive marshland between the Tempisque and Bebedero rivers of Guanacaste.