Description
Tortuguero Wildlife Adventure
Detailed Itinerary
🌄 5:00 AM – Pickup from Hotel
Get ready for an early start as we pick you up from your hotel in San José, Heredia, or Alajuela.
🚗 5:00 AM – 7:30 AM – Scenic Drive to La Pavona
Embark on a 2.5 to 3-hour drive through scenic landscapes on the way to La Pavona. We will make a 30-minute breakfast stop in Guápiles along the way.
🍽️ 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM – Breakfast Stop in Guápiles
Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican breakfast of gallo pinto, eggs, plantains, and tropical fruits.
🛶 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM – Boat Journey to Tortuguero Island
After breakfast, continue to La Pavona, where we’ll board a boat for a 45-minute ride down the La Suerte River, with opportunities to spot wildlife even before reaching Tortuguero.
🏝️ 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM – Tortuguero Village & Sea Turtle Conservancy Tour
Upon arrival in Tortuguero, enjoy a 1-hour guided cultural and conservation tour. We’ll start with a stroll through Tortuguero Village, learning about its Afro-Caribbean heritage, local traditions, and community life, then proceed to the Sea Turtle Conservancy to learn about the important turtle conservation work.
🍛 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM – Private Boat Tour in Tortuguero National Park
After the village and conservancy tour, embark on a 2-hour private, paddle-guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park’s canals. This eco-friendly tour is the best way to experience the Tortuguero wildlife up close, offering a quiet, serene environment for optimal viewing.
🍽️ 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Caribbean-Style Lunch
After the boat tour, enjoy a 1-hour Caribbean-style lunch, featuring local dishes like coconut rice and beans, fresh seafood or chicken, and plantains.
🌿 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM – Short Hike on the Jaguar Trail
After lunch, enjoy a 45-minute nature hike along the Jaguar Trail. Your guide will point out the native plants, trees, and animal tracks as you walk through the lush forest.
🛥️ 3:00 PM – Boat Ride Back to La Pavona
We’ll board the boat for the return trip to La Pavona, where we’ll depart at 3:00 PM for the journey back.
🚗 3:45 PM – 7:30 PM – Drive Back to San José
Enjoy the 3-hour drive back to San José, with an expected arrival time between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM, depending on traffic.
🌍 A Day of Wildlife, Culture & Conservation
This tour offers a perfect mix of:
✔️ Wildlife watching
✔️ Eco-conscious exploration
✔️ Cultural and conservation insights
✔️ Delicious local cuisine
