Tortuguero: Canoe Adventure Tour

Pococi Canton, Costa Rica



Enjoy the beauty of Tortuguero with a local ICT certified guide. Experience the wildlife up close, learn more about the history of the National Park, and immerse yourself in nature as you paddle!

Highlights

  • Explore Tortuguero's meandering canals
  • Marvel at wildlife up close without disturbing their natural habitat
  • Enjoy the sounds of the tropical rainforest and the serenity of nature
  • Learn about the history of the National Park from your local guide
  • Use binoculars to spot animals and enjoy the views of the park

Description

The tour begins in the office with a morning reception of coffee/tea, biscuits, and fruit. Once your group is ready you will be given a dry-bag with binoculars for your use on the tour. Your tour guide will take you to the dock, provide life jackets and help you get settled into the canoe. As you paddle through the still waters of the canals, your guide will teach you about the history of Tortuguero and its wildlife–be on the lookout for movement in the water from caiman! Early mornings are the best time of day to see animal activity before they start to hide from the mid-morning sun. Each tour is a unique experience--you never know what animals might want to come say 'hello'! Animals you could see on the tour include: caiman, crocodiles, lizards, monkeys, freshwater turtles, herons, egrets, and several more species of birds. Making your way through the meandering canals you will also learn about the rich biodiversity of Tortuguero. You will be transported to another world paddling beneath the tree canopy, surrounded by the rainforest on all sides. Have a question? Be sure to ask your guide! All of our tour guides are ICT certified and have years of experience in the beautiful rainforest of Tortuguero.

Includes

Certified guide accredited by ICT. Binoculars for wildlife viewing. Waterproof bags to keep your belongings dry. Morning refreshments including coffee/tea, biscuits, and fruit. Guides available in English, Spanish, and French.

Excludes

Entrance fee for the National Park ($15), required for the canals + purchased online through SINAC Transportation to and from hotel to Sambola Tours Tortuguero's main office/main dock

Important Information

  • Wheelchair users are more than welcome! Just let us know what accommodations you will need and we are happy to help! We will help you into the canoe and the wheelchair will be kept safe in our office for the duration of the tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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