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Tortuguero Wildlife Tours
We try to cater to the independent traveller so we are happy to advise you on how to get to/from San Jose or other destinations
on public, private transport or with a rental car
The river tours we offer are in a stable, flat-bottomed boat equipped with a quiet, environmentally-friendly four stroke motor
and a super-silent electric motor. You will go slowly through the natural waterways of the Tortuguero national park looking
(and listening!) for wildlife. The commentary you will hear generally describes the area and the most relevant parts of its
history. Of course you will have the natural history of many of the plants and animals described using interesting examples
so that you will have a better understanding of what they are and how the flora and fauna is related to its environment. The
tour generally lasts three hours and costs $15 per person.
Click here to visit the Tortuguero Wildlife Tours web page
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Walking tours can be self-guided through the trail in the national park. This can also be done with a guide. The most interesting
hike is at the Tortuguero Hill which is a 119 meter (390 foot) high extinct volcano located at the river mouth three miles
from the village. One needs to get there by boat and then there is some physical hiking involved to get around the base of
the hill and up to the summit. The forest is more mature than what is found at the trail in the national park. There are poison
dart frogs on this trail and of course a spectacular view of the surrounding forest from the top. This tour also lasts three
hours and costs $15 per person.
Let us help
We are not a travel agent but we can help put you in touch with agencies offering air or water transport (These are the only
ways to get in to Tortuguero!). Whether coming by rental car or public bus we'll help you make your connection.
For tours and transport from San Jose click here for Francesca's Riverboat Tours. Ask about their Casa Marbella option!
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Turtle tours (for Leatherbacks between March-May and Green turtles between July-October) are offered in season.You will be
accompanied by a licensed expert guide. A two-hour tour costs $15 per person.
Tours and transport
Choose the activities you would like to do. We can help you find whatever you like whether it be animal and birdwatching,
hiking, kayaking, or even trying your hand at fishing. We will try to give you a complete Tortuguero experience.
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