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Manuel Antonio
Beach and rainforest combo, wildlife viewing, and adventure activities
Best time: Dec-Apr · Typical stay: 2–4 days
Monthly overview
Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.
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Seasons
Dec-Apr
24-32°CPeak season, perfect weather, packed beaches and trails
Crowds: very-highPrice: very-high
May-Jul
24-31°CAfternoon rain showers, lush greenery, fewer tourists, active wildlife
Crowds: lowPrice: moderate
Aug-Nov
24-30°CHeavy rains, muddy trails, excellent wildlife viewing, very quiet
Crowds: very-lowPrice: low
Top experiences
- Manuel Antonio National Park — Beaches, trails, monkeys, and sloths
- Rainforest Canopy Zip Line — Fly through jungle canopy on zip lines
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise — Sailing, snorkeling, and dolphin watching
- White Water Rafting — Thrilling rapids on nearby rivers
- Mangrove Kayaking Tour — Paddle through mangrove ecosystems