Los Patos – Sirena – La Leona
Hike in via Los Patos and hike out via La Leona. The toughest route: lots of elevation, river crossings, and 23 km + 21 km. Sleep at Sirena (1-2 nights) with meals included.
Guide Policy (Group Ratio)
We require a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 10 people per guide to ensure the best experience. For groups larger than 10 people, 1 extra guide will be assigned per 9 or 10 additional people.
Itinerary
Day 1: Los Patos → Sirena 23 km (~10 h)
Day 2: La Leona → Sirena 21 km (~8 h)
DAY 1
04:50 am - Meet with Guide in Puerto Jiménez
05:00 am - Transport Puerto Jiménez → Los Patos (4x4)
07:00 am - Check-in Los Patos Station
07:20 am - 09:00 am - Hike Los Patos → Sirena (wildlife)
09:00 am - 09:20 am - Breakfast in forest
09:40 am - 12:00 pm - Wildlife hike
12:00 pm - 12:20 pm - Lunch
01:00 pm - 05:00 pm - Wildlife hike
05:00 pm - 05:20 pm - Arrival Sirena. Check-in & lodging
05:30 pm - 06:00 pm - Rest
06:00 pm - 07:00 pm - Dinner
DAY 2
05:00 am - Depart Sirena. Start 21 km hike
07:00 am - Breakfast
07:20 am - 09:20 am - Hike Sirena → La Leona (wildlife)
09:20 am - 09:40 am - Snacks in forest
09:40 am - 12:00 pm - Hike Sirena → La Leona (wildlife)
12:00 pm - 01:00 pm - Lunch
01:00 pm - Rest at La Leona Station
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm - Wildlife hike. Arrive Carate
02:30 pm - 04:00 pm - Transport Carate → Puerto Jiménez
EXTRA DAY (3D/2N)
Full extra day on Sirena trails (5:00 am hike, breakfast/lunch breaks, second night). Third day hike Sirena → Carate, transport 02:30 pm, arrival ~4:00 pm.
Route operates only in the dry season. Minimum 3 adult guests (18+ years). Demanding elevation gains and river crossings; excellent fitness required.
Includes
100% Local Tour Guide Service
Corcovado NP entrance 2 or 3 days
Transport Puerto Jiménez - Los Patos (4x4)
Transport Carate - Puerto Jiménez (4x4 Shuttle)
Lodging at Sirena 1 or 2 nights
Telescope (Tour Guide)
First Aid Kit
Reservation Management
Luggage storage
Meals at Sirena
Price per person
Available during dry season (January-May)
$350
Per Person (2D/1N)
$560
Per Person (3D/2N)
Meals at Sirena included.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before visiting Corcovado National Park.
1How difficult is hiking in Corcovado?
Hikes vary: 1-day trails like La Leona (20 km) are moderate, while multi-day routes like Los Patos-Sirena-La Leona (44 km) require excellent physical fitness. Guides adapt the pace to your group.
2What animals can I see in Corcovado?
Corcovado hosts over 2.5% of the world's biodiversity. You can see tapirs, jaguars, monkeys (4 species), scarlet macaws, crocodiles, snakes, coatis, peccaries, and hundreds of bird species.
3Do I need a guide to enter Corcovado?
Yes, since 2014 Corcovado National Park requires a mandatory certified guide to enter any trail. Our guides are 100% local, certified by SINAC.
4What is the best time to visit Corcovado?
The dry season (December to April) offers the best trail conditions, but the green season (May to November) has fewer visitors and wildlife is equally active. We operate year-round except October.
5Where do you sleep on multi-day tours?
At the Sirena Biological Station inside the park, which has bunk beds with mosquito nets in shared spaces. Meals are prepared at the station.
6How much does a Corcovado tour cost?
One-day tours range from $120 to $255 per person. Multi-day tours start from $330 per person (2D/1N) including guide, park entrance, transport, and lodging.