3-day Tortuguero Expedition

4.1 (13 reviews) Siquirres, Costa Rica
Duration3 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

We have daily departures from San José, the Caribbean Coast and the Arenal Volcano, giving you the choice to start at the place of your preference. This is an excellent option to be combined with our Río Pacuare Rafting trips.

$218 per person – Tortuguero Economy at Miss Miriam
$258 per person – Tortuguero Standard at La Casona

Both Hotels Miss Miriam and La Casona are located only five minutes from the Tortuguero National Park. They are focused on the respect, protection and conservation of the environment and of the flora and fauna of the area. Both feature rooms with private bath, hot water and fans. They have authentic Caribbean style, painted with bright colors that identify the culture of the area and lush gardens.

Prices based on double occupancy. We apply a supplemental charge of $15 + tax per night for single travelers.

Options

Tortuguero Economy option

Miss Miriam, Hostel Tortuguero
Pickup included

Tortuguero Standard option

La Casona or similar
Pickup included

What's included

  • Guided hike
  • Naturalist Canoe tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Boat transportation IN/OUT
  • Lodging
  • Insurance
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • National Park entrance ($15)
  • Turtle nesting night tour ($40 + transportation to Tortuguero)
  • Parking Fees
  • Visit to Cerro Tortuguero
  • Caribbean Conservation Corporation ($2)
  • Single travelers had an additional charge of $15+tax per night
  • Tortuguero
  • Tortuguero
  • Turtle nesting night tour, Tortuguero

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1 drive to the Caño Blanco embarking area where we will access the main canal to go north into the National Park.
  1. Tortuguero
    8h
    Prices based on double occupancy. For single travelers, an additional charge of $15 + tax per night applies.

    Morning:
    Drive from San José, Arenal or Puerto Viejo, breakfast at Exploration Center.

    Afternoon:
    Hotel check-in, Tortuguero Village Tour, leisure time.

    Evening:
    Seasonal turtle nesting tour or night hike tour (optional). Additional $25 / from July to October only
Day 2: Day 2 Canoe trip into the jungle where you will explore the lagoons and hidden canals.
  1. Tortuguero
    5h
    Naturalist Canoe Tour at 5:30 am. Breakfast, and at 11 a.m. start the guided hike to Tortuguero national Park.

    Afternoon:
    On your own. We recommend you take the tour to Cerro Tortuguero ($40).
Day 3: Day 3 Leisure time
  1. Tortuguero
    8h
    Morning:
    Breakfast, leisure time, and check-out.

    Afternoon:
    Shuttle out leaves at 12 noon from Costa Rica Roots Tours Office, the boat ride and drive to Exploration center and on to San José, Arenal or Puerto Viejo.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/s6R79keg5p6XzCG86

In case you don't need transportation or it will be easier for you to continue with your own or rented car. You can park your car at the Exploration Center, our parking is private, secure and free. You must arrive at 8:20 a.m.

End point

You can choose your drop off between San Jose Costa Rica, The South Area of Limon (Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo) or some areas in Fortuna.

Kindly advise our agents.

Pickup details

Early a.m. pickup at your hotel in San Jose, Arenal or Puerto Viejo. Breakfast at our Exploration Center. Transport to Tortuguero.

Please confirm your pick up location with our agents.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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