Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)

Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)

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Tour Overview

Enjoy a mystical two-night stay at Tortuguero National Park located in the North Caribbean side of Costa Rica. This is one of Costa Rica's most popular ecotourism destinations. Discover its Network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals.

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Highlights

  • Tortuguero National Park: Encounter wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, trogons, water birds, colourful frogs, and butterflies in a pristine Rainforest

  • Prime nesting site for green and leatherback sea turtles from June to October

  • Explore the lagoons and hidden canals of Tortuguero on a boat tour

  • Guided nature walk through the private tropical trails of the lodge to search for local species

  • Visit the enchanting village of Tortuguero and take a closer encounter with the Caribbean culture

Itinerary

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Day 1 : SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO

Beautiful aerial view of Costa Ricas San Jose city
Aerial View of San Jose, Costa Rica
The Costa Rica National Theater in San Jose
San Jose, Costa Rica

Location: San José

Early departure from your hotel in San Jose to Tortuguero in a shared transfer (pick-up around 6:00 am). You will enjoy breakfast on the way and then, continue to the dock to board the boat that will take you to the lodge where you will immerse yourself in a perfectly quiet, laid back and tranquil stay. After lunch at the lodge, meet your guide for an expedition through the Tortuguero Canals, a must activity while you are in Costa Rica. Explore the lagoons and hidden canals; as you go deeper into the forest the canals become smaller and the surrounding wildlife gets closer. Savour dinner at the lodge in the evening. 


Overnight in Tortuguero.


Day 2 : TORTUGUERO

Location: Tortuguero

After a rich breakfast, be ready to enjoy a guided nature walk through the private tropical trails of the lodge. Your guide will search for local species such as reptiles, birds and some mammals; monkeys are abundant in this region. Learn more about the dense vegetation while you fall in love with the wild environment. Enjoy lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, visit the enchanting village of Tortuguero; the town is a small population of around 500, no cars, and is located on a relatively narrow spit of land between the beach and a canal. Take a closer encounter with the Caribbean culture; discover its people and lifestyle walking through this colourful town. Savour dinner at the lodge in the evening.


Overnight in Tortuguero.


Day 3 : TORTUGUERO – SAN JOSE

Location: Tortuguero

Wake up to one last breakfast at the lodge and be ready to return to San Jose. Shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to the Restaurant located in Guapiles city, where you will enjoy the lunch (included) and continue to San Jose (drop-off around 3:00 pm).


What's Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking local guide during the scheduled activities (Day 1, 2). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 2 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Tortuguero

Standard Hotel Category = Laguna Lodge or similar 3*

MEALS:

  • 2 Breakfasts 
  • 3 Lunches 
  • 2 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

  • Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus and boat throughout the tour

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero National Park Boat Tour (Day 1); Naturalist Walk, Tortuguero Village (Day 2)

What's Not Included

  • In/ out airport transfers
  • Visa fees
  • Domestic flights 
  • International flights 
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Comfortable and light and quick dry clothing is the most suitable for travelling. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, sandals, raincoat or jacket, bathing suit, a hat or cap and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.  

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Please Note

  • On Day 1 the pick-up from your hotel in San Jose is around 6:00 am 
  • Please be advised that the airport departure transfer is a shared service with an estimated arrival at the airport between 12:30 and 13:30. If you need to arrive at the airport earlier, an upgrade to a private transfer is necessary (available at an additional cost)
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Tortuguero

  • Standard Hotel Category = Laguna Lodge or similar 3*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS



Day 1-2 Tortuguero

  • Standard Hotel Category = Laguna Lodge or similar 3*

Check out our Q&As

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No, International flights and Domestic flights Are not included



  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking local guide during the scheduled activities (Day 1, 2). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.

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  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Physical difficulty level:

    Very easy

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, 10 years or above

  • What do I need to bring?

    Comfortable and light and quick dry clothing is the most suitable for travelling. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, sandals, raincoat or jacket, bathing suit, a hat or cap and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.



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  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero National Park Boat Tour (Day 1); Naturalist Walk, Tortuguero Village (Day 2)

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

Reviews of this operator

Brian  

Exotic Costa Rica

12-Feb-2022

We were delayed a couple of times in getting to Costa Rica and our tour operator, Roy, was extremely accommodating of the changes. The trip was partially guided, so though lodging and transportation were covered there were a few days where I could have used help coordinating afternoon activities. ...more ...less

Peter Herbert  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

11-May-2022

A little aprehensive on 1st day with no tour leader... but ran better that clockwork, a few natural obstacles overcome. Good hotels, transport , drivers AND OUTSTANDING GUIDES.....A THEN THERE WAS THE WILDS OF COSTA RICA AND ITS PEOPLES ....

Jean Walsh  

Exotic Costa Rica

17-Mar-2022

This trip was much anticipated and lived up to all of our expectations. We had a wonderful experience. If we had questions, Andres was immediately responsive. It was such a nice feeling to know we could reach him.

Susan Langton  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

06-Jan-2022

Our trip was well organized, all of the service providers ( transfers, guides, accommodations) we friendly and professional, and each location was as promised. A bit more local information would have been useful in preparing for the trip, but nothing that wasn't able to be accommodated on the fly. ...more ...less

Marianne Brownell  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

03-Oct-2022

Terrific experience!

Debra R  

PURAVIDA CR

26-Jun-2023

Great staff taking care of us along the way! Hotel choices were unique and beautiful and accommodating.

Keith  

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

08-Mar-2022

A good tour with 4 completely different ecosystems. A couple of long travel days.

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  • Low Deposit

    Destination Services Costa Rica requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services costa rica charges.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)

3 Days Starting and ending in San Jose

Visiting: San José, Tortuguero

Tour code:

593081

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

15 - 30

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours

From: $515 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 10-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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