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Private Tortuguero Canoe and Jungle Tour from San Jose
Tortuguero
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is a private luxury tour to one of Costa Rica’s most remote destinations — Tortuguero, accessible only by boat. By choosing this experience, you are also supporting local families and small businesses that keep the community alive. Along the way, travelers can expect to encounter incredible wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and tropical birds while exploring pristine jungle canals and hiking to the region’s highest viewpoint.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottle of water and Fresh fruit snack
Private transportation
Professional Photos & Drone Videos Available
Tortuguero city tour
Private boat transfer from La Pavona to Tortuguero
Lunch
Private canoe tour through Tortuguero canals (non-motorized, quiet, ideal for wildlife)
Breakfast
Guided hike to Cerro Tortuguero (entrance included)
Private Tortuguero Canoe and Jungle Tour from San Jose
Tortuguero
About
This is a private luxury tour to one of Costa Rica’s most remote destinations — Tortuguero, accessible only by boat. By choosing this experience, you are also supporting local families and small businesses that keep the community alive. Along the way, travelers can expect to encounter incredible wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and tropical birds while exploring pristine jungle canals and hiking to the region’s highest viewpoint.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottle of water and Fresh fruit snack
Private transportation
Professional Photos & Drone Videos Available
Tortuguero city tour
Private boat transfer from La Pavona to Tortuguero
Lunch
Private canoe tour through Tortuguero canals (non-motorized, quiet, ideal for wildlife)
Breakfast
Guided hike to Cerro Tortuguero (entrance included)
Itinerary
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Tortuguero
Your adventure begins with private transportation from San José to La Pavona, where you’ll board a boat for a scenic ride through the canals leading to Tortuguero. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour of Tortuguero Village, where you’ll explore its colorful streets, learn about the Afro-Caribbean culture, and discover the way of life in this remote town. A traditional Costa Rican breakfast in the village is included before continuing your adventure.
45 minutes
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Tortuguero National Park
Next, embark on a peaceful canoe journey through the lush canals of Tortuguero National Park. Glide silently across the water as your naturalist guide helps you spot wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, toucans, and colorful tropical birds. This private experience allows you to connect deeply with nature while avoiding the crowds. A fresh fruit snack is provided during this activity.
3 hours
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Sendero Cerro Tortuguero
Conclude your adventure with a short hike up Cerro Tortuguero, the region’s highest viewpoint, rising about 119 meters (390 feet) above sea level. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the rainforest canopy, winding canals, and the vast Caribbean Sea stretching to the horizon. This easy hike is suitable for most travelers and offers one of the most breathtaking vistas in all of Tortuguero. A delicious local lunch awaits after your hike before your return trip to San José.
45 minutes
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Tortuguero
The only way to access Tortuguero is by boat, making the journey itself part of the adventure. Travel along jungle-fringed canals surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant wildlife. These scenic transfers — both on arrival and departure — offer a unique perspective of the region’s natural beauty and set the tone for an unforgettable day.
