**San Pedrillo Station: **
Begin your journey deep into Corcovado National Park with an exciting boat trip from Sierpe to the San Pedrillo station. During the ocean crossing, you may have the chance to observe turtles, dolphins, and, in season (from July to November and December to January), even whales.
The adventure begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Port of Sierpe, with a 35-minute boat tour through the mouth of the Sierpe River and its mangrove channels, followed by approximately 45 minutes along the Pacific Ocean to reach the park station. The return trip is scheduled for 4:00 p.m.
Arriving at the San Pedrillo Ranger Station beach means a wet landing, so it's advisable to bring sandals and appropriate footwear for hiking the trails in the park. The station is surrounded by the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean and lush rainforest, offering opportunities to see numerous bird species, impressive waterfalls, and the towering trees of the primary forest.
Once at San Pedrillo beach, you'll have the opportunity to explore the magnificent rainforest, inhabited by jaguars, anteaters, tapirs, deer, bobcats, spiders, monkeys, scarlet macaws, various bird species, and a plethora of exotic tropical wildlife.
The tour includes two hiking trails: the first hike lasts approximately two and a half hours, while the second hike takes an hour and a half to reach a beautiful waterfall nestled in a primary forest, where there will also be time for swimming. On the way back, you will learn about the mangrove area and search for various species.
**Sirena Station Excursion**
This excursion begins at the Port of Sierpe at 7:00 a.m., kicking off an exciting boat adventure to Sirena. During the trip, you will navigate for 1 hour and 30 minutes through the aquatic trails of Costa Rica's largest wetland, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, there is a possibility of spotting dolphins, turtles, and even whales, depending on the season, from July to November and from December to January.
After 2 hours of navigation, you will arrive at Sirena, with the same duration expected for your return journey. Please note that the beach near the Ranger Station may be wet, so it is recommended to wear sandals as well as suitable footwear for walking the park trails.
Once at Sirena, you can enjoy hiking the surrounding trails of the Sirena Biological Station in search of a variety of wildlife. This excursion offers the opportunity to appreciate that Corcovado is home to thousands of plant and tree species, which support a rich diversity of wildlife.
You may encounter monkeys, anteaters, toucans, scarlet macaws, coatis, poison dart frogs, and snakes. If you're lucky, you might even spot the tapir, the largest land mammal in the Americas.
Included in this excursion is a delicious lunch served restaurant-style. Additionally, upon your return, you will receive an explanation of the fauna and flora found in the mangrove area. The tour concludes at 4:30 p.m., at which time you can enjoy a delightful cup of Costa Rican coffee.
**Note: ** The fleet of boats is fully insured and equipped with decks, VHF radios, compasses, first aid kits, and mandatory life jackets for all passengers. Please be aware that times may vary depending on the group's physical condition and other environmental factors.
