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San Jose: Tortuguero Park Day Tour with Breakfast & Lunch

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Spend the day discovering the luscious landscapes of Tortuguero National Park. Explore this vibrant rainforest, see native wildlife in its natural habitat, learn about the local ecosystem, and enjoy a delicious Costa Rican breakfast and lunch.

Highlights

  • Explore the luscious jungle landscape and canals in Tortuguero National Park
  • See native wildlife including green sea turtles, toucans, monkeys, crocodiles, and more
  • Learn about Costa Rica's abundance of flora and flora
  • Meet local people at Tortuguero Village and learn about their history and culture
  • Enjoy a delicious Costa Rican breakfast and a hearty buffet lunch

Description

The day begins with pickup from your accommodation in San Jose, Heredia, or Alajuela at 6:00 AM. On your way to breakfast, drive past rolling coffee plantations and admire the mountains of Braulio Carrillo National Park. At around 7:15 AM, stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast to set you up for the day's adventure. Enjoy fresh fruit juice, coffee, eggs, and the popular gallo pinto (a typical Central American rice and bean dish.) After breakfast, visit a local banana plantation and learn about the process of growing and exporting fruit. At around 10:00 AM, leave the bus behind and hop onboard a boat as you cruise into the jungle of Tortuguero National Park. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, which covers over 29,000 hectares, soak up the magic of this luscious green landscape. As you sail along the jungle canals, see native green sea turtles, as well as other endangered animals such as sloths, monkeys, and manatees. There are also countless colorful butterflies, toucans, herons, crocodiles, and more. Learn about each of the animals and their habitat in the jungle, as well as about local conservation efforts to protect them. Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, enjoy a hearty buffet lunch. After lunch, take a relaxing stroll through Tortuguero Village where you’ll discover local life and learn about the history of the town and its residents. At the end of an unforgettable day, get back on the bus at around 3:30 PM and begin the return journey back to San Jose.

Includes

Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle Spanish/English-speaking guide Boat ride through Tortuguero canals Park fees Traditional breakfast Buffet lunch

Important Information

  • This tour is suitable for all ages

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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