Corcovado La Leona Station
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We are the premier local tour operator based in the heart of the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. We specialize in crafting unforgettable, low-impact eco-adventures for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in one of the most biologically intense places on Earth. Driven by a passionate team of certified local naturalist guides, our mission is to deliver authentic, safe, and deeply educational wilderness experiences while actively supporting community conservation. 🌿 Corcovado National Park Expeditions: Journey deep into the crown jewel of Costa Rica’s park system. We coordinate complete day trips and overnight expeditions to Corcovado National Park (including Sirena and La Leona stations). Our expert guides handle all permits and logistics, leading you through pristine rainforests to spot elusive wildlife like tapirs, peccaries, anteaters, and four species of monkeys.🦉 Rainforest Night Walks: When the sun sets, the rainforest completely transforms. Our guided night walks reveal a hidden, nocturnal world teeming with life. Equipped with specialized flashlights, you will safely encounter exotic tree frogs, sleeping birds, colorful insects, tarantulas, and bioluminescent fungi, all while listening to the thrilling evening symphony of the jungle. 🦜 Expert Birdwatching ToursThe Osa Peninsula is a paradise for birders, boasting over 460 distinct species. Led by optics-equipped, specialist birding guides, our birdwatching tours take you through optimal habitats at the best times of day. We help you check rare target species off your list, including the majestic Scarlet Macaw, the endangered Yellow-billed Cotinga, and various endemic hummingbirds.🐋 Golfo Dulce Cetacean & Marine ToursExplore the calm, emerald waters of the Golfo Dulce, a critical marine sanctuary. Our responsible whale and dolphin watching tours bring you face-to-face with resident Bottlenose and Spotted dolphins. Depending on the season (especially July to November), you can witness the breathtaking acrobatics of migrating Humpback whales and their newborn calves. Why Choose Passiflora Tours? 100% Certified Local Guides: Our bilingual experts possess decades of combined experience and an unmatched eye for spotting wildlife. Small Group Sizes: We strictly limit group numbers to guarantee personalized attention and minimize environmental impact. Tailor-Made Itineraries: From family vacations to hardcore wildlife photography expeditions, we design the perfect itinerary for your physical level and interests. Commitment to Sustainability: We proudly practice Leave-No-Trace principles and reinvest a portion of our profits into local reforestation projects.
About this tour
Join us for an unforgettable adventure to La Leona Biological Station in Corcovado National Park!Meeting Point & Time: We meet at 5:30 AM sharp at Panadería Monarca in Puerto Jiménez.The Journey: Our tour starts with a scenic 42-kilometer drive (roughly a 1-hour and 15-minute ride) to our final driving destination: Carate Beach.The Hike: From Playa Carate, we begin our trek toward the national park. Prepare for an exciting trek that blends pristine coastline beaches with lush secondary rainforest. Along the way, we will cross rivers and spot incredible local wildlife.Please make sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes that can get wet, pack plenty of water, and get ready to experience one of the most biodiverse places on Earth!The return time is 1:00 pm towards Puerto Jimenez
Target Species

Northern Tamandua
Tamandua mexicana

Delicate Whiptail / Ameiva
Holcosus leptophrys

White-nosed Coati
Nasua narica

Green Iguana
Iguana iguana

White-lipped Peccary
Tayassu pecari

Red-tailed Squirrel
Sciurus granatensis

Common Tent-making Bat
Uroderma bilobatum

Central American Agouti
Dasyprocta punctata

Three-toed Sloth
Bradypus variegatus

Mexican Hairy Porcupine
Sphiggurus mexicanus

Green Vine Snake
Oxybelis fulgidus

Helmeted Basilisk / Helmeted Iguana
Corytophanes cristatus
Red-eyed Tree Frog
Agalychnis callidryas

Bird-eating snake
Phrynonax poecilonotus

Two-toed Sloth
Choloepus hoffmanni

Ocelot
Leopardus pardalis
Eyelash Pit Viper
Bothriechis schlegelii

White-faced Capuchin Monkey
Cebus imitator

Common Basilisk / Brown Basilisk
Basiliscus basiliscus

Cane Toad
Rhinella marina

Fer-de-lance
Bothrops asper

Greater White-lined Bat
Saccopteryx bilineata

Yellow Ratsnake
Spilotes pullatus

Central American Whiptail
Holcosus festivus

Spectacled Caiman
Caiman crocodilus

Common Spiny-tailed Iguana
Ctenosaura similis

Tayra
Eira barbara
Central American Squirrel Monkey
Saimiri oerstedii

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat
Artibeus jamaicensis
Puma
Puma concolor

Osa Anole
Anolis osa
Baird's Tapir
Tapirus bairdii

Gladiator Tree Frog
Hypsiboas rosenbergi

Four-lined Whiptail
Holcosus quadrilineatus

Green-and-black Poison Dart Frog
Dendrobates auratus
American Crocodile
Crocodylus acutus

Masked Tree Frog
Smilisca phaeota

Mesoamerican Boa Constrictor
Boa imperator

Mantled Howler-Monkey
Alouatta palliata

Common Rain Frog
Craugastor fitzingeri

Collared Peccary
Pecari tajacu

Slim-fingered Rain Frog
Craugastor crassidigitus

Jaguarundi
Puma yagouaroundi

Central American Red-brocket Deer
Mazama temama

Salmon-bellied Racer
Mastigodryas melanolomus

Central American Spider Monkey
Ateles geoffroyi
What's Included
Tickets to the park Private guide Water-Juice-Gallo pinto Burrito or traditional breakfast.
Not Included
Transportation, If transportation is required, an additional charge will be added to the total amount due.
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$125.00
Children (2-12): $113.00
includes all fees
Start times
- 05:30$125.00