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Tortuguero National Park Tour – 4-Day Independent Adventure
4 days, San José to San José
Short on time but need more of Costa Rica? Tortuguero National Park, a remote coastal town only accessible by boat or small plane, is the place for you. Travel from San José through banana plantations to the Caribbean Coast where you'll catch a boat to Tortuguero. Spend three days exploring the canals, beaches, and jungles of this pristine nature reserve in search of turtles, birds, caiman, and, if you are lucky, the famous "Jesus Lizard."
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Independent Travel
Independent trips are either entire trips you take privately or solo extensions to a group tour. Local staff are available on standby 24/7.
Age requirement: 2+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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San José to San José
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Itinerary
Day 1San José
Arrive at any time, arrival transfer included.
Day 2San José/Tortuguero
Travel to Tortuguero National Park and enjoy guided boat trips and wildlife viewing within the canals and coastal jungle. In leisure time, relax at the secluded lodge or take an optional nocturnal animal-spotting boat excursion in the evening.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Tortuguero
Enjoy a guided boat trip and jungle walk in search of caiman, monkeys (spider, howler, and white-faced Capuchin), sloths, and basilisk lizards.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Tortuguero/San José
Head back to San José after breakfast. Tour ends on arrival.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchWhat's Included
- Arrival transfer
- Guided hikes and boat tours in Tortuguero National Park
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Jungle lodge (2 nts), hotel (1 nt).
Meals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD65-85 for meals not included.
Transportation
Shared shuttle/bus, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
This tour is an Independent Adventure with no group and no CEO (Chief Experience Officer). A welcome package with information about your tour will be at the starting hotel. Local guides while at the lodge.
Departures
Price Options
- From$739USD Per Adult for 1 traveler
- From$579USD Per Adult for 2 travelers