Seven Costa Rica National Parks and What Each One Costs
Turning up at the gate no longer works at several of the big ones. Fees, hours, caps and the booking rules for seven parks. The post Seven Costa Rica National Parks and What Each One Costs appeared first on The Rio Times .
Costa Rica national parks have transitioned to an online ticketing system, eliminating the traditional gate-based entry. Several popular parks, such as Manuel Antonio, Poás, and Tortuguero, now require bookings through the SINAC government agency's official website. These parks employ daily visitor caps, with Manuel Antonio capping at 600 visitors per day and Poás limiting entry to 600 visitors daily in high season. Failure to secure a reservation can result in being denied access at the gate.
Tickets for these parks vary in price. Manuel Antonio charges $18 for adults aged 13 and above, $5 for children aged 2 to 12, and is free for children under 2. Poás costs $15 for foreign adults and $5 for children aged 2 to 12. Tortuguero's entry fee is $17 for adult non-residents, with children aged 6 to 12 charged $5. Cahuita, the most affordable option, relies on voluntary donations ranging from $5 to $10 per person at its Kelly Creek entrance.
It is crucial to note that operational hours and visiting policies differ among parks. Poás and Manuel Antonio require online bookings in advance, and entry is limited to specific time slots. Poás opens daily from 08:00 to 16:00, while Manuel Antonio operates from Wednesday to Monday between 07:00 and 16:00. Corcovado, the most biologically intense place in the world, requires booking a guided trip with a certified guide, costing around $110 per person for a day trip to the Sirena station.
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