Costa Rica · Wildlife

3-Day Tortuguero Nature Tour from San José via Braulio Carrillo

3 Days Round trip from San José Province Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Go turtle watching in Tortuguero
  • 02 Cruise through the canals of Tortuguero by boat
  • 03 Explore the mysterious jungle of Tortuguero with a guide
  • 04 Visit Braulio Carrillo National Park on the way from San José
  • 05 Discover the picturesque village of Tortuguero and local life

Visit San José, the capital and largest city of Costa Rica, before heading through Braulio Carrillo National Park to the canals and jungle of Tortuguero. Cruise by boat into this lush region, explore its picturesque village, and venture into the mysterious forest with your guide. Along the way, enjoy authentic Costa Rican coffee, typical Tico breakfasts, and opportunities to observe the area's vivid flora and fauna. The tour also includes a turtle-watching experience in Tortuguero.

The tour also includes a turtle-watching experience in Tortuguero.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities San Jose, Tortuguero, Braulio Carrillo National Park
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

San José to Tortuguero via Braulio Carrillo

  • Pick up in San José early in the morning.

  • Visit Braulio Carrillo National Park and see pineapple and banana plantations along the way.

  • Enjoy a typical Costa Rican breakfast en route.

  • Arrive at La Pavona for a boat tour on the river, sailing into the landscaped canals of Tortuguero.

  • Receive a friendly welcome at your hotel with a cold cocktail of fresh fruit.

  • Explore the picturesque village of Tortuguero and see how the locals live.

  • Leave for a turtle-watching activity.

  • Enjoy a dinner buffet at your hotel.

  • Head to Piscina, the most famous bar in the city.

2
Day 02

Jungle and Canal Exploration in Tortuguero

  • Enjoy Costa Rican coffee and biscuits in the restaurant to start your morning.

  • Visit the forest in the morning, followed by breakfast.

  • Explore the mysterious jungle of Tortuguero with your guide.

  • Learn about the plants and wildlife of the forest and the animals that live here.

  • Then, go on an adventure through the canals of Tortuguero.

Enjoy a dinner buffet at your hotel.

3
Day 03

Departure from Tortuguero

  • Enjoy a healthy, typical Tico breakfast.

  • Check out of your hotel.

  • Transfer to the bus station.

San José cityscapes, Braulio Carrillo National Park rainforest, La Pavona river launch, the canals of Tortuguero

Where this trip takes you

San José cityscapes, Braulio Carrillo National Park rainforest, La Pavona river launch, the canals of Tortuguero

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from San José Province 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by land and water

  • All meals

  • English-speaking Costa Rican guide

  • Village tour

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fee

  • Drinks

  • Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
Tour start
San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in San José Province.

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