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San Pedrillo Wild Expedition

A two-day expedition through primary forest, rivers, and waterfalls, following the tracks and signs of an unpredictable natural world.

  • San Pedrillo · Corcovado National Park
  • 2 days · 1 night
  • Moderate
  • Adventure · Exploration · Nature
  • $95

The Journey

What This Day Feels Like

For two days, you will venture into a forest full of life, where the trail invites you to awaken your curiosity and observe nature exactly as it is.

We will challenge ourselves on ever-changing terrain, encountering rivers, roots, elevation changes, and, during the rainy season, plenty of mud. All around you, giant trees, sounds, tracks, and traces tell small stories that your guide will help you interpret. You will learn about the importance of the primary forest, follow predator trails, and discover everything that may be happening in the forest, even when we cannot always see it.

Nature sets the pace, and every journey is shaped by what the forest gives us that day.

An active and challenging experience where you can hike, learn, feel nature, and rediscover for a couple of days the explorer's spirit that lives within us all.

Recommended for

Adventurous and curious travelers who are eager to hike, learn, and be surprised. People who enjoy a challenge and want to experience Corcovado beyond simply spotting wildlife, understanding that the adventure is also found along the trail and in everything nature chooses to reveal.

Moments

Moments That Will Be Part of the Journey

  • Discover nature as it truly is.
  • Walk among the giants of the primary forest.
  • Test your adventurous spirit in a natural environment.
  • Cross rivers and walk among fallen trees.
  • Swim in freshwater pools surrounded by jungle.
  • Spend a night sleeping to the rhythm of the forest's sounds.

Approximate Itinerary

How the Day Usually Unfolds

  1. 6:00 a.m.

    Heading to Corcovado

    We depart from Drake Bay by boat, navigating along the coast until we land on a beautiful beach. From here, our jungle expedition begins.

  2. Day 1 · morning

    A morning inside the forest

    As we move forward, we will see how the ecosystem begins to change and the forest becomes increasingly dense. This is the time to look around us for tracks, traces, and other signs that help us interpret what happens each day in such a pristine environment. Along the way, we will visit the San Pedrillo waterfall and find a peaceful spot in nature to enjoy lunch.

  3. Day 1 · afternoon

    The challenge begins

    After lunch, we will continue our adventure toward the shelter. The challenge will begin to make itself felt as we hike along uneven trails, enter primary forest, and feel the energy of the jungle. We continue through this natural setting until we reach our shelter in the middle of the jungle, where we will have dinner and spend the night.

  4. Day 2 · morning

    Waking up in the jungle

    The second day begins with the first sounds of the forest. We wake up surrounded by nature, enjoy a good breakfast, and prepare to continue the expedition toward Los Planes.

  5. Day 2 · midday

    Los Planes · one last adventure

    We return to the trail, crossing natural, ever-changing terrain until we reach a waterfall hidden among the vegetation. There, we will have time to swim in its freshwater pools, cool off, and enjoy one of the final moments of the expedition.

  6. Day 2 · afternoon

    The end of the trail

    We finish the hike at Doña Ana's kitchen, where we will share our final lunch before returning to Drake Bay by 4x4.

This itinerary is approximate. Activities may change, the guide may adapt parts of the experience, and weather or trail conditions may require adjustments. Safety will always be the priority.

What Is Included

  • Certified local guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Accommodation during the expedition
  • 4 meals
  • A true adventure experience immersed in nature

Not Included

  • Breakfast on the first day
  • Accommodation in Drake Bay before or after the expedition
  • Guaranteed wildlife sightings: here, nature decides what to reveal.

Preparation

Difficulty and How to Prepare

Difficulty
Moderate. This is an active experience that requires a willingness to hike for several hours and navigate changing terrain.
Terrain
Uneven trails, elevation changes, roots, river crossings, fallen trees, and natural obstacles. During the rainy season, mud adds to the challenge.
Climate and humidity
A warm tropical climate with high humidity. Rain can arrive at any time and change trail conditions.
Physical condition
You do not need to be an athlete, but you should feel comfortable hiking for several hours, handling elevation changes, and staying active.
The challenge
Part of the essence of this expedition is adapting to the terrain. Conditions change, and on some days the trail will be more demanding than on others. Come prepared to get dirty, get wet, and enjoy that part of the adventure too.
Footwear
Comfortable, closed-toe hiking shoes with good traction. Keep in mind that they may get wet and muddy during the journey.
Clothing
Fresh, lightweight, quick-drying clothing. We recommend short, comfortable clothing for hiking in hot and highly humid conditions.

This experience may include a night in a rustic refuge within the natural environment. It is part of the adventure and does not offer the comforts of a hotel.

Before the Tour

Do You Already Have Accommodation in Drake Bay?

To begin the experience on time, visitors must be in Drake Bay the night before the tour. Top Trails can help include accommodation at Fauna Lodge as part of the reservation.

Tour + Accommodation in Drake Bay

We arrange your night at Fauna Lodge together with the experience, so everything is confirmed in one conversation.

Preferred tour date
Ask About the Tour with Accommodation

Tour Only

Already have a place to stay in Drake Bay? We will check availability for the experience alone.

Preferred tour date
Ask About the Tour Only

Gallery

The Environment You Will Walk Through

  • Wild beach with driftwood and palms in the Osa Peninsula
  • Sunlight filtering through the rainforest canopy
  • Hikers wading through a shallow rainforest stream
  • A hand resting on a large wet rainforest leaf
  • Wild river running through primary rainforest in the Osa Peninsula
  • Waterfall falling into a natural pool in the Costa Rican rainforest

Packing

What to Bring

  • A reusable bottle with at least 1 liter of water per person
  • Fresh, lightweight, quick-drying clothing - shorts are a good option
  • Closed-toe hiking shoes with good traction
  • Water shoes for boarding, disembarking, and river areas
  • Swimsuit
  • Insect repellent and sunscreen
  • A change of clothes and sleepwear
  • Personal toiletries
  • Waterproof protection for your phone, camera, and other electronic equipment

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Departure Time
6:00 a.m.
Experience Type
Adventure · Exploration · Nature
Meeting Point
Drake Bay village (exact point confirmed when you book)
Location
San Pedrillo · Corcovado National Park

From

$95

2 days · 1 night · Moderate

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