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A person kayaking in a mangrove forest. 1
A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, dense forest, and a river. 2
A close-up of a reptile's head with detailed scales and a prominent eye. 3
Two turtles on a log in a forested area. 4
A river surrounded by dense tropical forest. 5

From San Jose: 3-Day Tortuguero National Park Excursion

By Destiny Travel Costa Rica
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp11.717.550 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Cruise along the wonderful Tortuguero Canal with a naturalist guide
  • Admire the diverse plants and wildlife the National Park has to offer
  • Visit the coastal village of Tortuguero and its black sand beach
  • Learn about green turtles at the Sea Turtle natural history museum
  • See the green turtles nesting (from July to September) at extra cost

Activity location

    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (from hotels in San José, Alajuela, and Heredia)
  • Inclusions
    All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
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    Air-conditioned modern transport
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    Accommodation for 2 nights
  • Inclusions
    Boat transfers
  • Inclusions
    Naturalist guide
  • Inclusions
    Guided tours
  • Inclusions
    Taxes
  • Exclusions
    National Park fee ($15)
  • Exclusions
    Donation to the Sea Turtle Museum ($2)
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic drinks
  • Exclusions
    Night turtle nesting tour
  • Exclusions
    Tips

What you can expect

  • Explore the protected Tortuguero National Park in the Limón Province, reachable only by aeroplane or boat. Take in the wealth of biodiversity in its eleven different habitats, including rainforest, mangrove forests, swamps, beaches, and lagoons.

    Trip itinerary:

    Day 1:
    After an early morning hotel pickup, admire the biodiversity of a primary forest through the window as you drive past Braulio Carrillo National Park. Sample a delicious Costa Rican breakfast during the drive. Mid-morning, board a comfortable boat and travel along the Tortuguero Canals. Be enchanted by the surrounding paradise and its varied flora and fauna. Then, enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious lunch at the hotel. After lunch, tour the canals and take incredible photos for the rest of the afternoon. Arrive at Pachira Lodge (or similar) for a delightful dinner and a restful night's sleep.

    Day 2:
    Discover the flavours of Costa Rica with breakfast at the Lodge. Then, hike along the Lodge's private trail and work up an appetite for lunch. After lunch at the Lodge, visit the Sea Turtle Museum, the beach, and the picturesque village of Tortuguero. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the Lodge again.

    Day 3:
    After breakfast at the Lodge, head back to San José, stopping for lunch at El Ceibo in Guápiles on the way. Arrive back in San José in the afternoon.