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Wildlife and Mangrove Kayaking Tour Río Ora

4.9 (20 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Wildlife and Mangrove Kayaking Tour Río Ora

About this activity

Explore the waters and mangroves in the Samara Beach area on this guided kayaking tour. Paddle along the Ora River through mangrove tunnels, heading toward Camaronal Beach. Be on the lookout for native birds along the way. At the beach, enjoy refreshments including juices and beer while you learn more about the area's ecosystem. Receive instructions for kayaking from your guide Tour start times vary, depending on high tide Fresh fruit and beverages are provided Hotel pickup and drop-off is included

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Samara Adventures

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Beer
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Snacks (fresh fruit)
  • Included: All necessary kayak equipment
  • Included: Pictures, if weather conditions are appropriate
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Your tour starts with pickup at hotels within the Samara–Carrillo Beach area. Ride with your driver-guide about 30 minutes south of downtown Samara to the point where your kayaking adventure begins. The starting time of this activity depends on the tide schedule. Your guide explains the safety procedures and provides instructions for kayaking, and then you'll gear up and hop on your kayak. The, follow your guide through the water toward Camaronal Beach, listening to information about the Ora River's natural diversity. While you look for native birds and soak up the surroundings of the mangroves and the beach, you can enjoy water, juices, and beer. You will also be offered fruit as a snack before heading back to Samara, where your tour ends with hotel drop-off. Tour times depend on the high tide and will vary each day.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Samara Beach

  3. Camaronal Beach

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Iguana Inn
  • Hotel Villas Playa Samara Beach Front
  • Rancho De La Playa
  • Tuki Tuki Lodge
  • Fenix Hotel - On The Beach
  • Mermaids Hotel
  • Las Brisas del Pacifico
  • Condo Hotel Samara Heights
  • Hotel Casa Valeria
  • Bellavista Suites By Villas Verdes
  • The Hideaway Hotel
  • Hotel Belvedere

and 8 more pickup points

Hotels in the Samara–Playa Carrillo area

Using your ticket

  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 20 reviews
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Wildlife and Mangrove Kayaking Tour Río Ora

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