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Travel to the Northern Caribbean coast to the Tortuguero National Park, the largest nesting
site of green sea turtles in the Western Hemisphere. This protected rain forest
habitat also has a large number of wild animals that can be seen while on boat
tours. In this journey you will also have the opportunity to see the Braulio
Carrillo National Park and further down the banana plantations.
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Day 1 - San José / Caño Blanco / Tortuguero In the morning after breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel for your trip to Tortuguero. First, we will drive through the spectacular Braulio Carrillo National Park, which is a combination of rain and cloud forest that has over 6,500 species of plants and animals, innumerable rivers and waterfalls. We will continue on route to the Caribbean coast and when we get to the town of Siquirres we will drive through a banana plantation. There you will have an opportunity to see the cutting and packing process of this tropical fruit for export. When you arrive at Caño Blanco you will be transfered to a boat especially designed to travel through the canals. Sit back, relax and marvel at the natural surroundings. Tortuguero is a network of navigable lakes and canals crossing the North Atlantic coast of Costa Rica. This park protects the most important nesting ground for the green sea turtles in the Western Hemisphere (the nesting season is from July to September). The canals serve as a waterway for exploration and transportation, and are extremely rich in flora and fauna. You will be able to admire the humid tropical forest, birds, monkeys, crocodiles and turtles, among many other animals. Next, check into your lodge (Iguana Verde or similar). Following lunch, we will visit the village of Tortuguero and then tour the Caribbean Conservation Corporation's Visitor's Center. Return to lodge for dinner. From July to September there is an optional tour at night where you can watch a green sea turtle lay her eggs on the black sand beach ($15). |
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Day 2 - - Tortuguero. After breakfast, we will tour the caños and lagoons of Tortuguero National Park, where you may see monkeys, toucans, and caiman in this lowland tropical rain forest excursion. Following lunch an optional hiking tour of Tortuguero Hill is available where you will be transported to the base of the trail by boat. Accompanied by a tour guide you can climb the mountain and enjoy a view of the entire National Park. Or you may choose other activities such as fishing, river kayaking, or canoeing (optional). Return in time for dinner. Lodging at Iguana Verde or similar. |
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Day 3 - Tortuguero / Caño Blanco / San José. In the morning we will return through the canals to our point of embarkation at Caño Blanco, we will stop for lunch on the way and by late afternoon, you will arrive back in San José. |
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Net rates per person: $210 - single occupancy $190 - double occupancy $170 - triple occupancy |
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day Adventure Price $80 pp |
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| * 6:00 a.m. Your guide will pick you up at your San José Hotel for your adventure to the Tortuguero National Park. | ||
| * Next we will drive through the spectacular Braulio Carrillo National Park, which is a combination of rain and cloud forest, which has over 6,500 species of plants, 347 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and innumerable rivers and waterfalls. Most of the park is covered by a primary forest. Enjoy a Costa Rican typical breakfast, (fresh fruit, coffee, eggs and of course "Gallo Pinto"). |
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* Following breakfast, we will visit a Banana Plantation, where you will learn about the fruit
cutting and packing process.
* You will board a boat in Caño Blanco for a 1.5 hour trip to the Tortuguero National Park, world famous due to the nesting of the Sea Green turtle (Chelonia Mydas) and its plentiful nature. Sit back, relax and marvel at the natural surroundings. On this journey you may see slots, monkeys, river turtles, crocodiles, iguanas and different spices of birds among others. |
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*We will have lunch at Miss Junie’s Restaurant, famous
worldwide for preparing the best Caribbean style food. *After lunch we will visit the Tortuguero Village to have a glimpse of the culture and life style. *Board the boat for a return trip back to the bus. *Approximately 7:00p.m We will be arriving in San José and we will take you back to your Hotel |
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WHAT TO BRING:
Hat, sunglass, light clothes and covered shoes, rain gear, mosquito repellent (just in case),
binoculars, camera and film.
NOT INCLUDED** Alcoholic beverage and tips are not included. In case of bad weather, road or river conditions, times and route might be changed. For reservation call (+506) 231-68-03, 393-60-54, (+506 709-81-02. In
Tortuguero) overnight +one meal $35 more pp. |
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Contact Us
Phones: (506) 231-6803 | 709-8102
e-mail:
turtle@racsa.co.cr
traveling@iguanaverdetours.com
We offer transportation for individual
travelers from San Jose to Tortuguero.
Shuttle and boat through Cariari
$ 35 one way.
Shuttle and boat through Moin
$55 one way.
