Activities
The Beach
National Park
Manuel Antonio
TheCanopy
Gay Beach – La Playita
Gay couples and singles can be seen throughout the beaches of Manuel Antonio. The main gay beach is La Playita (also know as Playa Dulce Vida). This semi-private beach is accessible by climbing over large rocks north of Playa Espadilla (public beach outside National Park)
Espadilla beach is a unique destination; pale gray sands, serene atmospheres plus natural beauty turns this simple coastline into paradise.
The landscape is beautifully accented with different tones of green and yellow due to the incredible amount of tropical vegetation. Coral reefs, stately palm trees and glassy looking waters enchant all visitors.
Espadilla beach does tend to get slightly crowded, but a safer than most beaches due to the presence of the few lifeguards, an uncommon sight on public beaches in our country. The town itself has a wonderful tourism infrastructure that respects wildlife species, as well as the jungle flora found everywhere.
This long stretch of sand is kissed by smooth waves, better known to have strong rip currents. Surfers fall in love with the exciting each breaks found here, they are consistent in spite of their small size.
Right break waves pack a hefty swell. The beach is big enough for sunbathers, swimmers and other sport enthusiasts.
Espadilla beach is a warm, inviting location, worth visiting.
On this 2 ½ hour walk your guide will point out animals such as monkeys, sloths, birds, bats, lizards, frogs, snakes, and insect life.
Using a high powered telescope, you will be able to see things that the casual visitor often misses.
You will also learn about the unique habitat, vegetation, and animal behavior in addition the history of one of Costa Rica's most treasured national resources.
At the end of the tour you can return to your apartment or enjoy the sunset at the beach.
Includes: transportation, entrance to the park, bilingual guide and one drink at the end of the tour.
Recomendations: Casual wear, hiking shoes, repellent, and sun protection.
A well-organised canopy tour can be great both for your mind and your body. Lots of focus is required and there is lots of physical activity.
This adventure activity has been designed keeping the average adventure tourist in mind but it doesn't mean you need to be a professional athlete in order to enjoy our canopy tours. Slight physical fitness is required, of course.
By the time you are through you will be feeling totally refreshed with all the city-life toxins out of your body.
All our adventure activities including the canopy tours are totally safe as we take all security precautions to ensure that nothing untoward happens while you are enjoying the thrill of hanging in the air and moving from one spot to another.
You are constantly guided and supervised by experienced and trained canopy guides.