Clear Kayak Tour at Punta Uva
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Don’t miss out on the only Clear Kayak Tour in Punta Uva, where magic meets adventure. Glide through the peaceful waters, surrounded by the lush jungle and pristine Caribbean coast. You'll learn about the fascinating wildlife, unique trees, and rich history of Costa Rica’s South Caribbean, experiencing a side of Punta Uva most visitors never see.
Kayak in the sea and explore the serene estuary. If the ocean is too rough, no worries—we’ll hike to a magical viewpoint and hidden cave, ensuring you still soak up the beauty and wonder of this enchanting place.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Weight limit for the double kayak is 200kg or 440 Pounds
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Punta Uva
Discover the wonders of Punta Uva, a stunning Caribbean beach, on a guided clear kayaking adventure. Glide on crystal clear kayaks through the jungle and emerald green sea for a unique and magical experience. Encounter wildlife such as toucans, iguanas, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, and river turtles as you paddle up the river. With the chance to spot sloths, this adventure is perfect for nature enthusiasts. Depending on the weather and ocean conditions, you have two options for the second part of the tour. From August to mid-November, kayak in the ocean for an exhilarating experience. With a clear bottom, you'll witness the underwater world and its treasure, including the stunning reef and its vibrant fish. Alternatively, if the ocean doesn't have safe conditions for kayaking you’ll take a magical trail to a scenic viewpoint and cave, where you'll learn about the area's history, culture, plants, and wildlife. Join us for an unforgettable adventure and stand out!
What‘s Included
Clear Kayak
lifejacket
Dry Bag
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Clear Kayak Tour at Punta Uva
Reviews
56 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had a great experience...
7cwdxhr5pm,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great experience with our guide, Jungle! This was my groups first time kayaking and it was enjoyable even with all of the bloopers. I would say we are now somewhat pros at this and ready to conquer it again. Jungle is knowledgeable and we had a great time seeing the animals and leaning about the area.
Very relaxing and informative! We saw a lot of really cool wildlife.
Bob W,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very pleasant and relaxing, out guide, Daniel, was very friendly and knowledgeable. My companion is from Costa Rica, and she said she learned things she didn’t know before. I’m learning Spanish still, so I opted for the Spanish tour for more immersion. Daniel was great with explaining some things in English as needed. (He’s fluent in English). The clear kayak was cool, didn’t help us see anything underwater, but it did make me feel more connected with the environment.
River canoeing trip
Fran J,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Steven our guide was quietly spoken so with a small group, at 9am before the river got busy, this was a lovely tranquil experience. Saw plenty turtles, lizards, iguanas, spider Monkeys and bats. The clear bottom canoe is a bit misleading though as the river is too brackish to see anything. I have already recommended this trip to others.
Kayak Tour
I3886CSsilviam,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a great tour experience and Juanito our tour guide had a great knowledge of the area and how to find the animals ! Good vibes from the beginning to the ends. Thank you Lynch for your prompt response and help us with this tour too!!
Super nice experience!! Highly recommended!!
677daphnej,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What fun this was, would definitely recommend it if you want to do it somewhere in Costa rica then I would do it here. We had booked a private tour and our guide was so enthusiastic and we also floated around longer than he was supposed to. He knew how to spot the animals and tell us all about them.
Absolutely wonderful experience! Saw lots of wildlife! 10/10 recommend
720winters,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a delightful experience! Our guide Esteban was so wonderful. His English was very good & he knew so much about the wildlife, history, and plants in the area. We took our time going down the river and therefore saw much more wildlife then some of the other (larger) groups. He also took photos of us and sent them to me afterwords! I wish we could have taken the kayaks into the ocean but because it is November, it was too rough. Instead he took us on a short hike around Punta Uva, which was beautiful. We also got coconuts at the end of our time there! So lovely! Thank you Stephan! I would 1000% do it again :)
10/10
natyt2015,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved everything, the kayak tour was super cute, Lynch was extremely attentive and professional. The tour was excellent and we could see a lot of sloths, something that made the experience even more special. We love the experience, recommend!!
Excellent tour! I enjoyed it with my little daughter! Highly recommended it. Esteban the guide was awesome 🙌🏻
640titoo,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! I enjoyed it with my little daughter. Highly recommended it. Nice scenery , many wild animals and good information. Esteban the guide was awesome 🙌🏻
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Javiera C,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00There is no relevance that the kayak is transparent since the river has sediment (you can not see the bottom). I was the only one who spoke in Spanish, and I translated the guide but I still missed things because of that. Otherwise, the experience was super cool, you see the animals very close, we saw bats, turtles, sloths, monkeys meters away!
Chille kayak tour with fine guide
Hans M,,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun and relaxing kayak tour. Nice guide who knows how to spot the animals and has beautiful stories about the history of the area and Costa Rica. Definitely recommended to go into business!
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