Manuel Antonio - Where the Rainforest Meets the Beach!

Manuel Antonio is located on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica and is ideal for tourism. Its location provides tourists the excitement and adventure of a vacation in the tropical rainforest surrounded by some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. Once you've been there, it's certain you will want to go back.

Manuel Antonio was declared a national park in 1972 and is the natural habitat of many exotic species, including the endangered squirrel monkey, the white faced capuchin monkey, raccoons, three and two-toed sloths, and many species of birds. The area is surrounded by natural rain forests, beautiful beaches and three different types of mangrove swamp which cover about 44.5 acres.

This beautiful Costa Rican attraction is a very desirable tourist destination. The park conservation officials have set capacities at 600 people per day from Tuesday to Friday and 800 people on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. If you happen to show up on a day that has already met capacity, you'll definitely want to try again the next day. But don't worry, there is so much more to do in the area.

Manuel Antonio is located approximately 100 miles southwest of San Jose, Costa Rica and approximately 5 miles from Villas Tranquilas. Traveling by car from San Jose takes approximately 2 ½ to 3 hours and offers magnificent views through the mountains. Other travel options include a flight from San Jose to Quepos which is an approximate 20 minute flight. Flights are usually available daily. Check out domestic flights at www.flysansa.com or www.natureair.com.