Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
Overview
Palo Verde Boat Tours® is a family-owned company with over 34 years of experience in rural and nature tourism in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Enjoy an authentic wildlife boat tour through the wetlands surrounding Palo Verde National Park and the Cipancí Wildlife Refuge, two of the most important ecosystems in the Tempisque River Basin. This experience is ideal for nature lovers seeking close encounters with birds, crocodiles, monkeys, and rich tropical biodiversity.
By booking with us, you support local families, sustainable practices, and community-based tourism, while contributing directly to the rural economy of Guanacaste.
Travel responsibly. Experience nature. Support local.
What's Included
- Snacks Corn tortillas lesson (100% corn)
- Bottled water small bottle or refill your own
- Small group boat tour (Ask us for private rates)
- Typical homemade meal (Family style)
- Juice & coffee
- Local guide (S/E)
- Private transportation
- Gratuities / Tips
- Palo Verde National Park ($10 Cash Only)
Meeting Location
50302 Provincia de Guanacaste Ortega
75 mts south of the local catholic church, Provincia de Guanacaste, Ortega, 50302, Costa Rica
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
PALO VERDE BOAT TOURS© has been a pioneer in Rural Tourism for more than 34 years. Our commitment is to provide unique and unforgettable trip experiences with the true Costarican family.
Visitors will enjoy and connect with a natural destination, special for nature and wildlife lovers, and get to know the culture and way of life of the families in Guanacaste. Let yourself be captivated by the beautiful nature of Palo Verde National Park and Cipanci Wildlife Refuge, a great opportunity to enjoy a safari adventure by bordering the Tempisque River to observe wildlife (crocodiles, monkeys, birds, etc).
Complete your visit with a taste of the Costa Rican Blue Zone lifestyle, enjoying a traditional lunch made with fresh, locally grown ingredients and family recipes. We promise unique and inherited recipes from our grandmothers.
Ideal for travelers with a rental car (self-drive) or ask about private transfer is also available upon request.
By booking this tour, you directly support local families and community-based tourism in Guanacaste.
Boat Tour length: 1h45 minutes.
Lunch (30-45 min)
Pottery show (30 min)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-112389P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Corn tortillas lesson (100% corn).
- Bottled water. small bottle or refill your own.
- Small group boat tour (Ask us for private rates).
- Typical homemade meal (Family style).
- Juice & coffee.
- Local guide (S/E).
- Private transportation.
- Gratuities / Tips.
- Palo Verde National Park ($10 Cash Only).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksCorn tortillas lesson (100% corn)
- Bottled watersmall bottle or refill your own
- Small group boat tour (Ask us for private rates)
- Typical homemade meal (Family style)
- Juice & coffee
- Local guide (S/E)
- Private transportation
- Gratuities / Tips
- Palo Verde National Park ($10 Cash Only)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 38 travelers
