Paddle in One of Costa Rica’s Most Diverse Ecosystems
Mangroves are trees or shrubs that grow along salt or brackish water. They have tangles of exposed roots, which allow them to withstand changing water tides. Mangroves help reduce erosion and their complex root systems attract fish and other animals seeking nutrients and shelter. For this reason the Isla Damas mangroves are one of Costa Rica’s most eco-diverse areas and are vital for the preservation of many wildlife species. Come meet the variety of creatures that call this island home while navigating the tight quarters of the mangroves on our eco-friendly paddle boards!
Why Book With Paddle 9?
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Trip Details
Pricing & Logistics
Price
$75 per person
$50 per person (child 9 years or younger)
+ 13% sales tax
Departure time
Dependent on high tide, please contact us to schedule
Meeting point
The Paddle 9 tour office in Quepos or we can provide transportation from anywhere in Quepos or Manuel Antonio.
Pickups outside of Quepos or Manuel Antonio are available for an additional cost. For more information or to schedule a pick up outside of these areas, please contact us.
Availability
Available daily, all year round*
*Tide permitting
Duration
3.5 hours
Group size
2 person minimum – 16 person maximum
Included
- Transportation
- Snacks
- Water
- Certified guide
- All gear
Not included
- Picture package (available at an extra cost)
- Guide gratuity
What to bring
- Sandals or flip flops
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
Trip Overview
This half-day tour starts when we pick you up from your accommodations in Manuel Antonio or Quepos before heading to the mangroves for your Isla Damas paddleboard tour. Nature and wildlife are in abundance on this tour. We will be on the lookout for monkeys, birds, marine wildlife, and reptiles. You will also learn all about the mangrove tree species and why the ecosystem is so important to Costa Rica. This tour is great for all ages and levels, it is very easy to paddle the Isla Damas mangroves as the water is very calm.
Good to Know
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It!
WOW Experience! Outstanding Tour Guides We loved this tour! Usually we are more DIY on vacation, using info online to craft our own experience, but after a strong recommendation (3, actually), we decided to try Paddle 3 waterfall tour. It did not disappoint! Our guides were top notch, creating an outstanding and memorable experience that flowed beautifully. They provided entertaining and educational info along the route about Costa Rica and the areas through which we traveled. The spots we visited were picture perfect and easily navigable, especially since the guides seemed to be there at every step to ensure ease in our journey. I have a ridiculous fear of heights and did not expect i would be able to participate in the jumps into the various falls, but I did it!! One of our guides offered to do the jumps with me and he encouraged me in such a gracious way, i felt empowered to go for it- and it was AWESOME!! Special thanks to KEN for gifting me that joy and exhilaration. 🙂 And to all the crew- Ken, Corry, Mambo, Fabiola, Elian (photo), and Gummi (driver extraordinaire)- big kudos for your steady engagement and awareness, ensuring both safety and fun for all. Every one was great value added to this trip. Pura vida 100%.
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Waterfall Very fun experience, with kind and nice guides. Highly recommend. They are very helpful and always looking to make you feel comfortable.(opens in a new tab) Time of your life This trip was amazing! We tried lots of activities in Costa Rica, from surfing to hanging bridges to nature walks to rappelling, and this was by far the best one.The guides are incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and make you feel safe in the most adventurous of situations. Would recommend anytime 11/10(opens in a new tab) 
