San Jose Trip Overview
Discover the “Amazon of Costa Rica” brimming with abundant flora and fauna on a short expedition to the pristine rainforests of Tortuguero National Park. The park has a system of natural canals and the only transportation in this area is by boat, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Highlights:
-Experience a scenic boat ride in Tortuguero N.P.
-Spot local wildlife within the park’s rainforest
-Taste delicious and fresh Costa Rican cuisine
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: San Jose, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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What to Expect When Visiting San Jose, Province of San Jose, Costa Rica
Discover the “Amazon of Costa Rica” brimming with abundant flora and fauna on a short expedition to the pristine rainforests of Tortuguero National Park. The park has a system of natural canals and the only transportation in this area is by boat, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Highlights:
-Experience a scenic boat ride in Tortuguero N.P.
-Spot local wildlife within the park’s rainforest
-Taste delicious and fresh Costa Rican cuisine
Itinerary
Day 1: Shuttle and Boat San Jose to Tortuguero (B/L/D)
Stop At: Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero Costa Rica
Depart San Jose at 6:00am accompanied by your naturalist guide to drive past coffee plantations and the stunning landscapes of Braulio Carrillo National Park. Keep an eye out for misty cloud forest and distant waterfalls before stopping for an authentic Costa Rican breakfast. We will continue driving on the shuttle and then transfer to a boat for the final leg of the journey into Tortuguero National Park, a pristine nature reserve and an important nesting site for green sea turtles. Along the way we will provide you with a brief introduction to the banana plantations.
This afternoon you may go on an optional walking tour of the Museum and the town to learn about the local culture (not included). Depending on the season, tonight you can also participate in an optional night tour (not included), which consists of a boat trip to Tortuguero National Park followed by walking on the beach to observe the nesting of the Giant Green Sea Turtle (available only from July to October).
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tortuguero
Day 2: Tortuguero National Park Boat and Walking Tour (B/L/D)
Stop At: Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero Costa Rica
Wake up early this morning to go on a guided tour of Tortuguero National Park. At 5:30 your guide will take you by boat to one of the most enchanting sites in the region, where you will explore lagoons and hidden canals and see nearly 50m-tall trees covered with bromeliads, vines and orchids, as well as an array of other flora and fauna. Spot animals such as howler monkeys, white face capuchins, and spider monkeys, as well over 400 species of birds, iguanas, jesus christ lizards and more!
Return to your accommodation by 8:00am to enjoy breakfast and recharge for the second part of today’s tour, a hike through the rainforest. At around 9:30am you will go on a walk through the national park, discovering local plants and spotting wildlife with the help of your guide.
Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to relax at your lodge or discover more of the town on your own.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Tortuguero.
Day 3: Tortuguero – Shuttle to San Jose (B/L)
Stop At: Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero Costa Rica
Have breakfast and pack up your belongings for check-out. You will have a lunch box on our way back to San Jose, arriving around 3:30pm.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
