Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are there other National Parks that I would be able to visit in Costa Rica?
Yes, another wonderful National Park to visit would be the Tortuguero National Park.
2. How much of the Earth consists of the tropical rainforest biome?
The tropical rainforest biome is primarily within Central America, northern South America, central Africa, and southeast Asia (6).
3. Where can I find more information regarding this National Park?
Visit the website below for more information regarding the history of Manuel Antonio National Park, the wildlife that can be found, and which tours are available.
http://www.anywherecostarica.com/attractions/national-park/manuel-antonio
4. Are there any other species of endangered animals besides the squirrel monkey that are located in the Manuel Antonio National Park?
Costa Rica consists of over 100 endangered species that are located in different National Parks. Particularly in Manuel Antonio, a prime example of an endangered species could be the Titi monkey (7).
5. What are the different tours that are available?
There are multiple tours that are available such as the Canopy Safari Tour, the Mangrove Kayak Tour, the Ocean Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour, and the Catamaran Tour (1).
6. What should I bring if I were to go on a tour in this National Park?
Be sure to bring hiking shoes, a camera, and insect repellent. If you are going on a tour during the rainy season, then bring a bathing suit, towel, and change of clothes since you will definitely get wet (1).
7. How expensive are the Manuel Antonio tours?
The Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tour costs $46 per person with taxes included. The Catamaran Tour costs $80 per person, so the tours are all under $100 per person (1).
8. Where will I able to stay while visiting Manuel Antonio? Which hotels are located around the park?
Hotel Parador Resort and Spa is a four star resort that costs $233 per person. A cheaper option would be the Karahe Hotel and Villas, which is a two star hotel that is $79 per person (1).
9. Are there any family-fun activities to do in Manuel Antonio?
There are many adventurous tours and activities to do in Manuel Antonio. You can zip line through the canopy of the rainforest, go kayaking, or even go rafting if you are feeling really adventurous! For a complete list visit the website below (1).
http://www.manuelantoniopark.com/mapk/default.asp
10. Has primary succession ever occurred in Manuel Antonio National Park?
Specifically, no. The closest volcano to the national park would be the Arenal Volcano, and that would be the primary cause of the destruction of all wildlife and soil in the ecosystem. However, the volcano is very active and has never completely destroyed Manuel Antonio.
11. Is there anyone else whom I can contact to learn more about the ecology of Manuel Antonio?
Arenas Del Mar is a rainforest resort, and these experts supply a fantastic website and a guide that lists all of the wildlife that can be seen in all of the national parks in Costa Rica, including Manuel Antonio. Be sure to send an email to them if you have any questions specific to the tropical rainforest ecosystem in Manuel Antonio National Park!
[email protected]
Yes, another wonderful National Park to visit would be the Tortuguero National Park.
2. How much of the Earth consists of the tropical rainforest biome?
The tropical rainforest biome is primarily within Central America, northern South America, central Africa, and southeast Asia (6).
3. Where can I find more information regarding this National Park?
Visit the website below for more information regarding the history of Manuel Antonio National Park, the wildlife that can be found, and which tours are available.
http://www.anywherecostarica.com/attractions/national-park/manuel-antonio
4. Are there any other species of endangered animals besides the squirrel monkey that are located in the Manuel Antonio National Park?
Costa Rica consists of over 100 endangered species that are located in different National Parks. Particularly in Manuel Antonio, a prime example of an endangered species could be the Titi monkey (7).
5. What are the different tours that are available?
There are multiple tours that are available such as the Canopy Safari Tour, the Mangrove Kayak Tour, the Ocean Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour, and the Catamaran Tour (1).
6. What should I bring if I were to go on a tour in this National Park?
Be sure to bring hiking shoes, a camera, and insect repellent. If you are going on a tour during the rainy season, then bring a bathing suit, towel, and change of clothes since you will definitely get wet (1).
7. How expensive are the Manuel Antonio tours?
The Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tour costs $46 per person with taxes included. The Catamaran Tour costs $80 per person, so the tours are all under $100 per person (1).
8. Where will I able to stay while visiting Manuel Antonio? Which hotels are located around the park?
Hotel Parador Resort and Spa is a four star resort that costs $233 per person. A cheaper option would be the Karahe Hotel and Villas, which is a two star hotel that is $79 per person (1).
9. Are there any family-fun activities to do in Manuel Antonio?
There are many adventurous tours and activities to do in Manuel Antonio. You can zip line through the canopy of the rainforest, go kayaking, or even go rafting if you are feeling really adventurous! For a complete list visit the website below (1).
http://www.manuelantoniopark.com/mapk/default.asp
10. Has primary succession ever occurred in Manuel Antonio National Park?
Specifically, no. The closest volcano to the national park would be the Arenal Volcano, and that would be the primary cause of the destruction of all wildlife and soil in the ecosystem. However, the volcano is very active and has never completely destroyed Manuel Antonio.
11. Is there anyone else whom I can contact to learn more about the ecology of Manuel Antonio?
Arenas Del Mar is a rainforest resort, and these experts supply a fantastic website and a guide that lists all of the wildlife that can be seen in all of the national parks in Costa Rica, including Manuel Antonio. Be sure to send an email to them if you have any questions specific to the tropical rainforest ecosystem in Manuel Antonio National Park!
[email protected]