Half day Tortuguero Canal, Cahuita National Park & Puerto Limon
Description
Discover the best of Limón on a unique shore excursion combining nature, culture, and wildlife. Start with a scenic coastal drive to the Tortuguero Canals, known as the “Amazon of Costa Rica” for their lush vegetation and incredible biodiversity. Board a comfortable pontoon boat and watch for orchids, water lilies, sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, caimans, basilisk lizards, and tropical birds. After the boat tour, enjoy fresh local fruits. Continue to a botanical garden and banana plantation to learn about cultivating bananas, chocolate, and coffee. Then visit Cahuita National Park for a guided hike where your English‑speaking guide helps you spot wildlife in its natural habitat. You’ll also have time to swim or walk along the beach. Finish with a stop at a local fruit stand to taste pineapple, watermelon, and bananas then will take a drive through the coast line for a city tour, then return to the starting point at port of Limon!!
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Itinerary
In this tour we will have the opportunity to see difference types of wild animals in they natural habitats.
This a botanical garden and a banana plantation, where you are going to learn the fascinating process of cultivating bananas, chocolate, and coffee. This stop gives you a close look at the agricultural traditions that shape daily life in Limón.
Cahuita National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful coastal rainforests, where the jungle meets the Caribbean Sea. During the visit, guests enjoy a guided nature walk along a flat, scenic trail known for its wildlife and turquoise‑water views.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Welcome to the Port of Limón, Costa Rica! Your adventure begins right at the vibrant heart of Limón. After you disembark your cruise ship, please follow the white lines toward the main building. Walk through the first set of double glass doors into the waiting area, then continue straight through the next set of double glass doors to exit the terminal. Once outside, you will see your guide waiting for you. I will be wearing a navy blue polo shirt and khaki pants, holding a sign that says “Pablo C” along with your name so you can easily recognize me. Meeting Time: 8:00 AM We offer a 15‑minute grace period after the scheduled meeting time. After this window, the tour will depart and you will be marked as a no‑show. If you are staying at a hotel and have booked this tour, please note that the meeting point is the same as for cruise ship passengers at the Port of Limón. Just let us know in the Special Requirements section that you are staying at a hotel, and we will make all the arrangements to ensure a smooth and easy meeting at the port. Meeting Time: 8:00 AM We offer a 15‑minute grace period after the scheduled meeting time. After this window, the tour will depart and you will be marked as a no‑show.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes the travel time from one place to another
Reviews(43)
Pablo was great and was a real well of knowledge about Costa Rica! We were able to photograph lots of animals and Pablo was patient while we were taking the shots. The excursion was really beautiful and we were able to eat delicious fresh fruit!
C5016SVoliviac Merci beaucoup pour votre magnifique commentaire ! Ce fut un vrai plaisir de vous accueillir et de partager avec vous mes connaissances sur le Costa Rica. Je suis ravi que vous ayez pu photographier autant d’animaux — votre patience et votre enthousiasme ont rendu l’excursion encore plus agréable. Je suis également heureux que vous ayez apprécié la beauté de la sortie ainsi que les fruits frais que nous avions préparés. Au plaisir de vous revoir pour une nouvelle aventure au cœur de la nature costaricienne Cordialement, Pablo C.
Long story but we ended up with Pablo C today. He was passionate and a fantastic guide. We ended up doing the Canal and Park with some other stops for fruit tasting and shopping. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and highly recommend him to anyone looking to book any tours in Costa Rica. It was more than expected and he always answer all questions with a smile. His voice is loud so every word was clear even when we were sitting in the back left corner of his van. Thanks Pablo, we lucked out ended up with you today.
tzcanada Thank you so much for this wonderful review. I’m really glad everything aligned and we ended up spending the day together. Your energy made the tour flow beautifully, and I’m happy you enjoyed the canal, the park, the fruit tasting, and all the little stops along the way. I always try to make every moment clear, fun, and full of good information, so it means a lot to hear that you felt taken care of from the front to the back of the van. I appreciate your recommendation and the kind words. You truly made my day. by Pablo C Best regards, Pablo
This private tour was incredible! We were met by our guides Kathi and George were very knowledgeable and pointed out treasures of the jungle we would have never been able to find. We were fortunate enough to see sloths monkeys crocs and iguanas. They took very good care of us providing bottles of water and fresh fruit. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this tour group!
Maria_P Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m delighted to hear that Kathi and George made the jungle come alive with their knowledge and care. Private tours are all about creating those special, personalized moments, and I’m glad you felt that throughout the day. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon. by Pablo C Best regards, Pablo!
Wonderful experience Best tour and guide we have experienced. The tour was more amazing than we expected. Our guide was informative and made sure each member of the tour was included and informed about each aspect of the tour. It was a wonderful day and we highly recommend this tour.
Dottydal Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. It means the world to know that your day was even more amazing than expected. I’m truly happy each person in the group felt included, informed, and part of the adventure — that’s exactly the kind of experience we love creating. Your recommendation is a huge honor. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day in nature. Warm regards, Pablo,
Pablo C was an amazing guide! Super friendly, funny, and full of interesting information throughout the tour. You can really tell he puts a lot of effort into making the experience special for everyone. He kept the vibe fun while also being very professional. Highly recommended!
Coastal29138153534 Thank you so much for your wonderful words! It truly means a lot. I always do my best to make every tour fun, informative, and memorable, so hearing that you felt the effort and enjoyed the experience really makes my day. I’m grateful you chose to explore with us and hope our paths cross again on another adventure. by Pablo C Best regards, Pablo
Pablo was friendly and knowledgeable of the area. We had an excellent experience. Highly recommend!!
floridian2200 Thank you for the wonderful review! I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the experience and felt well taken care of. Sharing the beauty of this area is always a joy. I truly appreciate the recommendation and hope our paths cross again on another adventure. Best Regards Pablo
We had a very memorable, relaxing day. Saw so much wildlife and the amazing canal with huge tanker going through!
Denise_P Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! I’m really glad to hear you had such a memorable and relaxing day. The wildlife in this region is truly special, and seeing a tanker on the canal is always an unforgettable moment. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and I hope our paths cross again for another adventure. Best regards, Pablo
Pablo was a warm, funny and knowledgeable person. We enjoyed his guided tour and saw lots of wildlife including 2 sloths with newborn. We also had tasty local fruits. I highly recommend him.
Sandra_L Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a real pleasure sharing the tour with you and exploring the wildlife together. Seeing two sloths with their newborns was a truly special moment, and I’m glad we experienced it as a team. I’m happy you enjoyed the local fruits and the whole adventure. Your recommendation means a lot. Best regards, Pablo.
We had a great tour with Pablo and saw lots of animals. Canal boat ride was fun, the banana plantation was surprisingly interesting, and the highlight for us was Cahuita National Park. Lots of animals there and a nice beach. Pablo was excellent at explaining things and ensured everyone enjoyed the tour.
Thank you so much for joining the adventure. I’m really glad you enjoyed the wildlife, the canal boat ride, and the visit to the banana plantation — there’s always something new to discover. Cahuita National Park is truly a special place, and it makes me happy to know it was a highlight for you. It was a pleasure guiding you and making sure everyone had a great time, and I hope our paths cross again for another unforgettable experience. Best regards. Pablo
Very informative about the area as well as the wildlife & various plants & fruits. Pablo made sure we had the most experience possible.
gatrjack Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure sharing the beauty of the area, its wildlife, and all the amazing plants and fruits with you. I’m really glad you felt the experience to the fullest — that’s always my goal, and hope to see you again for another adventure. Best regards, Pablo!
