Short on time but need more of Costa Rica? Tortuguero National Park, home to the Caribbean’s most important breeding ground for endangered green sea turtles 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."
Day 1 San José/Tortuguero
Travel to Tortuguero NP 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.
Day 2 Tortuguero
Enjoy a guided boat trip and jungle walk in search of caiman, monkeys (spider, howler, and white-faced Capuchin), sloths, and basilisk lizards.
Day 3 Tortuguero/San José
Head back to San José after breakfast. Tour ends on arrival.
- Guided hikes and boat tours in Tortuguero National Park
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- 3 breakfasts
- 3 lunches
- 2 dinners
Reference : GAH