From our Guest Log:

These are a few comments taken from our guest logs, verbatim. Please note: these by no means constitute input from 'specially selected' tours or groups because of their positive comments. These are typical comments made by our tour guests. The public is welcome to review our log books at any time. Our guests generally stay at one of the ten major eco-lodges on the Osa Peninsula, most of which we have served for the past 5 years.

"This tour was the highlight of our trip. The captain was informative beyond our expectations, and our three year old twins loved every minute. When we come back this way, we will do a repeat and we will definitely tell our friends." The Cliftons from Colorado

"What a wonderful trip we had! Especially my eight-year-old girl, she didn't want to leave the water." Daniel & Carol Slifkin, New York

"One of the best family vacation days ever! Thanks for making it so special." The Hutchins Family

"A great morning spent on the water! Thank you for your knowledge and fun. A great choice to tour with you!" Nina Greenburg & Family, New York, NY

"A truly unique experience, the highlight of my vacation!" Sharon Popillo, Massachusetts

"The best day of our vacation!! Captain and crew, thank you!" Doug Wilder & Family, Napa Valley, CA

"A thrill to see the Boat-billed Herons. Enjoyed lunch and swimming in the river. Seeing the whales fluke was an unexpected treat. Thanks guys!" Frieda & Frank Warren, Calgary, Canada

"Thanks Changing Tide Tours! This was the best side-trip ever! What a great experience, one I will never forget! We had a wonderful day. Lunch was delicious, the swim spot was great and animals were truly special! Great crew!" Sarah Bates, Michigan

"Excellent trip! A highlight in our three-week Costa Rican vacation. Thanks Bob and Charlie for making it so special! Pura Vida." Noreen Murray, California

"We had a fantastic time! Great informative trip. Boat was perfect -- loved the shade and comfy seats! Extra thanks for being so nice to the boys!" Wilson Family, Colorado

"Wonderful amazing adventure. Annie says, 'The board ride was really great!' Will says, 'The captain has a great sense of humor!' Dee says, 'Bob's voice is like John Wayne's in the movies!' "The Dunn Family

"Flying through the air underwater, looking each way and seeing our dolphin friends flying with us, it doesn't get any better than that! Our bonus was devil rays flying through the air and a breeching sail fish!" Martin, Lar, Bob, North Carolina

"I can't think of a way for you to improve the tour! We loved every part of it! Our hosts were very knowledgeable and helpful. Lunch couldn't have been better even if I had made it myself. In fact, it was better because I didn't have to! The dolphins were amazing. Thank you, crew, for making us so comfortable and teaching and showing us so much! We will come again whenever we can! Next time when the sun is shining. Muchas Gracias." The July Family, Washington

"What a great way to celebrate Skylers 6th birthday. She had a whale of a time when she whales on her birthday. Nobody in Chicago gets to see whales on her birthday. Plane boarding was awesome and we all felt like fish. Captain and crew were the best." Bochard Family, Chicago

"This tour delivered one of the most amazing mornings of our lives! Monkeys, fish, sting ray, eel, dolphin and more! All before noon! This may be the gem of the Osa! Thank you for an amazing time." Matthew & Jesse, Oregon

"We appreciated your depth of knowledge and sense of fun. We all loved it! All of the tour!" Woehrle Family, Ohio

We had a blast! Plane boarding with the dolphins was amazing! Flying over the reefs... beautiful! Captain and guide were the best! Thank you for a great day! Plane boarding is a must, tons of fun on the water. Thanks! The Rirodan Family

"What an amazing day! Tom was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our requests. The dolphins were everywhere. They were fantastic! Thanks so much for adding to our wonderful Costa Rican adventure!" The Rauhey Family North Carolina

"Completely fantastic in every aspect; a great way to learn and experience costal life. The host and ship made a very fun and enjoyable trip. Thanks a ton!" The Brashear Family Florida

"It's hard to imagine a better day. Swimming with the dolphins, snorkeling at the reef, all in the great company of our crew. We had a spectacular time." The Hapook Family, Maryland

"Love it! Very informative and accommodating. Punctual, absolutely an awesome tour to recommend to other guests at Lapa Rios. I can't believe we saw a whale shark. Thanks for a great day!" The Gibson Family

"Keep up the awesome work! We will certainly remember this experience forever! Great job finding us a whale shark -- even out of season! Thank you so much!" The Minor Family

"Wonderful trip, great guide and boat driver. Very informative and a lovely way to spend the day. We'll recommend you and we'll come back. Thanks!" Fred Carmen

"Awesome time! Thanks for making our time in Costa Rica a dream come true!" Mike & Kyle Santa