Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose
Description
This enchanted and secluded park is the save heaven of many different species of while life not only native of Costa Rica, but to the Americas. Travelling through the waters of the hidden lagoons and canals as the flowering vine covered trees blend in with their own water reflection we will have the unique experience of observing as close as possible several species of flora and fauna. It is easy to observe several species of crocodiles, toucan, monkeys, slots, macaws, iguanas and some others. Among such species we find the majestic green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) which has in Tortuguero 21 miles of beach to nest in (July to October); the largest nesting site of the western hemisphere. Tortuguero is considered the most important nesting site on the western half of the caribbean for the green turtle that comes to the beach to nest every year. . Please note that the nesting tour only takes place at night and you will not see turtles nesting on the beach during this one day tour.
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Itinerary
While we drive, we will first see the coffee plantations, then we will head into the mountains of Braulio Carrillo National Park where steep slopes are covered with thick cloud forest and beautiful waterfalls can be seen from the road.
we abandon our bus and embark on the most exciting part of this tour: the boat trip into the jungle of Tortuguero National Park, were we will learn about how nature works, and to get a real feel of our tropical humid rainforest. Covering 29,000 hectares. Tortuguero is one of the most important nesting sites of Chelonia Midas, the green sea turtle. Where its forests and waterways are home for such endangered mammals such as sloths, monkeys, agoutis, coatimundis and manatees. There are also abundant birds, such as toucans, trogons, egrets, herons and aninghas, as well as crocodiles, turtles and countless colorful butterflies, including blue morpho.At noon enjoy a hearty typical buffet lunch to please the hungriest of appetites. After lunch we will take a walk through the Tortuguero Village where we will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the town and its inhabitants. Returning to the bus, we´ll head back to San José, making a rest stop along the way and arriving around 6:30 p.m
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up passengers in all Hotels , B&B, Hostels, AirB&B located in San jose downtown, Heredia downtown and Alajuela downtown
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We require to get complete name and passport number from every person going in this tour. This is necessary for registering every person to the park ticket's system, otherwise it wouldn't be possible to enter the park. Please add your names plus nationality and passport number. We highly appreciate you to send us this information as soon as possible to avoid eventual troubles like missing the chance to visit the park, as there are limited tickets available everyday
Reviews(84)
It’s a great trip and a good experience. But it’s way too expensive. The food it was very basic basically the same for breakfast and lunch Rice and beans
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that, overall, you had a great trip and a good experience, but we sincerely apologize that the food options and the value for your money did not meet your expectations. While rice and beans are the proud foundation of our traditional Costa Rican cuisine (such as gallo pinto and casados), we completely understand that guests look for more variety and enhanced options during their tours. We take your comments regarding the menu and pricing very seriously and will review them with our providers to improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with a much more satisfying experience. 🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿
It is a long day but is definitely worth it. We saw all of the wild animals we were hoping to see and our guides were very knowledgeable.
Thank you so much for your review! We agree it is a long journey, but as you mentioned, encountering the wildlife makes every minute worth it. Our guides take great pride in their knowledge, and I will be sure to share your kind words with them We hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica soon! PURA VIDA 🌿🌿
We had a great time on this tour! Saw so many cool animals. Friendly and very knowledgeable team. Only four of us plus the guide. It was a long drive out but worth it. Would definitely recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great time and were able to spot so many of our 'local neighbors' in the wild. We take pride in keeping our groups small to ensure a more personal and educational experience with our knowledgeable team. While the journey can be a bit long, we are so glad you found the destination and the wildlife sightings worth every mile. We hope to see you again soon for another adventure! Pura Vida... !!!
Our guide Al was amazing! He was so excited to point out all the flora and fauna along the way to Limon province. He even brought some delicious local fruit for our group to try. We really enjoyed the river cruise as well as the hike in the jungle. The village of Tortuguero was very interesting too. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Al made such a positive impact on your experience with his enthusiasm and knowledge of the flora and fauna. We’re glad you enjoyed the local fruit, the river cruise, the jungle hike, and the visit to Tortuguero village. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!
This was a premium experience, pickup in private car, super comfy and nice and cool. Our guide and driver drove our party of 3. We stopped and saw Sloths thanks to eagle eye guide. We had great informative conversations about Costa Rica which only enriched our experience. When we got to tortuguerro we began our bout ride which was a blast, breakfast and lunch was great very cool Tico stops. I could say more but will leave some of the cool stuff for you to see yourself, it's a great tour job at book it for a super cool experience. Thank you Ronnie, and Ronnie#2 (our boat captain. Pura vida.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review. We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed this premium experience, from the private transportation to the comfort, the wildlife encounters, and the authentic local stops along the way. Seeing sloths, enjoying Tortuguero, and sharing meaningful conversations about Costa Rica are exactly the kind of moments we love to create for our guests. Thank you for choosing us and for your recommendation. We would be honored to welcome you again on another unforgettable adventure in Costa Rica.
It is a nice and interesting day trip. Firstly the boat trip on the river is very interesting , along the river we were able to see a lot small animals, birds, even crocodiles. The only thing I hope it can be improved is the meals.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the river trip and the chance to see wildlife up close especially the crocodiles! We appreciate your feedback regarding the meals, and we'll make sure to pass your comments on to improve in the future.
It was fun, we ended up only have us 2 and 1 other person. The tour was good, we had to rush because the roads opened late. Not to the fault of our driver/guide. I would say this one section is very physically asking. So be aware that if they tell you to walk up the steps, if you feel it’s not right for you physically, don’t push yourself to do it. However very nice tour :)
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re sorry to hear the tour had to be rushed due to the road delays, but we’re glad you still enjoyed it overall. We really appreciate your note about the hike that section can indeed be physically demanding, and it’s important for everyone to listen to their body and not push themselves beyond their limits. We’re happy to hear it was a nice experience overall! Thank you for choosing Destiny Travel Costa Rica
The driver with the van was 1h30' late, the whole planning of the guide went wrong and the planned activities did not take place. Because we left too late we ended up in traffic jams on the way back which took another 2h time delayed. I would definitely not book another trip with tripadvisor. It was one of the worst outings we did in Costa Rica.
We're very sorry to hear that your experience was so disappointing. We understand that the driver's delay and the missed activities significantly affected your trip. Your feedback is important, and we will pass it on to the appropriate team to help prevent similar issues in the future. Thank you for taking the time to let us know.
Outstanding. Still remember the river ride and the amazing birds, animals we saw. This was very much like a ride through the amazon in Brazil. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that the river ride and the amazing wildlife left such a lasting impression. Being compared to the Amazon in Brazil is a true honor. Thank you for recommending us — we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
This was one of our best tours we experienced while visiting Costa Rica. It was a long day but we saw so much wild life it was awesome. The guide was absolutely amazing with his knowledge and experience.
Absolutely great to know it was a great day tour.. thank you for sharing your comments.
