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Half day Tortuguero Canal, Cahuita National Park & Puerto Limón
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Tortuguero Canal & Cahuita Park. Shore Excursion from Limon
This cruise ships tour begins at port where you hop on an air-conditioned motor coach for a 20 minutes drive along scenic roads, passing quaint villages on your way to Moin where the Tortuguero Canals begins. Known as Costa Rica’s Amazon because of its surrounding rain forest, the Tortuguero Canal region is rich with exotic flora and fauna. Board your covered boat for a leisurely cruise through the jungle canals. Your guide explains the rain forest eco-system and points out sights of interest. Keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, bats, aquatic birds, iguanas and crocodiles as well as exotic flora.At the end of your cruise, board your waiting transportation for the transfer to Cahuita National Park, where an interesting nature walk and visit into the rain forest awaits for you. Cahuita is famous for its abundant wildlife including monkeys, sloths, toucans, iguanas, coatis, tree snakes and beautiful white san beaches.
Puerto Limon Highlights 6 in 1 combo Tour. Shore Excursion
On this Puerto Limon Shore Excursion you will enjoy Limon's main attractions. You will visit Cahuita National Park and take a nature walk and see many animales incluiding sloths, monkeys, iguanas and Coatis. Take a boat tour along Tortuguero canal for 1 hour and enjoy its abundant wildlife, visit a banana plantation and learn about this crop, go shooping with local vendors and get local souvenirs and finally, have a city and sightseeing tour around this Caribbean province of Costa Rica.Why Book with us! Experts with first-hand knowledge:• Price All our tours are about 20% less than if you book with the cruise line• 22 years in the market offering unforgettable experiences• No Hidden Fees.• Small Group Experience• Genuine Travel Experiences• Deluxe Transportation Services. • Professional and fully certified tour guides.• Prompt return to the ship before set sail.
Limon Highlights 6 in 1 Private Tour. Shore Excursion from Limon
Experience the definitive journey through Puerto Limón, Costa Rica. Led by a professional naturalist guide, this comprehensive 6-in-1 expedition is designed to immerse you in the vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture and the exotic wildlife that defines this fascinating region.To ensure an intimate and personalized service, we operate in small groups. Your adventure begins with a relaxing drive through the verdant countryside in a premium, climate-controlled vehicle. As you travel, your guide will introduce you to the local flora, pointing out Ylang-Ylang trees, cacao, and achiote, alongside charming rural farming communities.1. Historic Limón City Tour2. Cahuita National Park: Rainforest & Pristine Beaches3. The Prospect Plantation Experience4. Scenic Coastal Drive5. The Enchanting Tortuguero CanalsBoard a comfortable, covered riverboat for a 60-minute leisurely cruise through the jungle’s labyrinthine waterways. 6. Cultural Immersion & Artisan Shopping
Veragua Rainforest Walk, Tram & Tortuguero Boat Tour. Limon Shore Excursion
After pickup at the pier, a short drive will take you deep inside the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica. Along the way, our professional tour guide will explain many facts about our country, including history, economy, biodiversity, politics and many other aspects more.Once arrival to Veragua rainforest, get ready for explore a pristine ecosystem.You will stroll along easily accessible trails to the tram. You will then enter an open-air gondola system that will take you through the primary rain forest past 300-year-old trees and down to the riverbank. You will then walk the Trail of the Giants, so named for the huge trees lining the riverbank or op to hike on the Puma Waterfall trail. Ride the tram to the top station and visit the biological research station. After Veragua, visit Tortuguero Canal. The canals that lead to the Tortuguero National Park begin in the Puerto Moin sector, just 5 miles from the center of the Limon province. Here enjoy many wildlife species such as sloths.
Chocolate Tour & Tortuguero Canal Cruise
If you love chocolate, nature and observing wild animals in their natural habitat such as monkeys, sloths and colored frogs, this is the perfect tour for you. During this tour, you will be visiting a traditional cocoa plantation near Cahuita Park in Puerto Limon.In this property, managed by a local family with more than 100 years of chocolate tradition, you will be able to know its history and how it has managed to survive through time. Accompanied by expert local guides, we will visit the cocoa plantations to learn about the plant, the cultivation techniques, its fruits, harvest, and processing of the seeds until we reach the final product: Chocolate.After this chocolate tour, continue the jorney to Tortuguero Canal, a place fully of wildlife species where the sloths in their natural habitat, are easy to see.
Puerto Limon Sighseeing Fun Drive. Shore Excursion
Indulge in the most complete shore excursion available in the region. The Puerto Limón Sightseeing & Fun Drive is a masterfully curated experience that blends the lush biodiversity of the rainforest with the rhythmic soul of Afro-Caribbean culture. Traveling in the comfort of a deluxe air-conditioned motor coach and accompanied by a professional naturalist guide, you will discover why this is the premier choice for discerning travelers.
Zipline Canopy Tour & Tortuguero Canal Boat tour. Shore Excursion from Limon
Enjoy the marvelous experience of taking the tour that will give you the opportunity of crossing the “jungle” like a monkey in its habitat. You will cross the forest from tree to tree with first class equipment. If you want an adrenaline rush, then this is the tour for you! Glide through the treetops with this exhilarating adventure: 11 cables and 11 platforms stretched across the length of the rain forest. The longest cable is 270 meters long and you will experience heights up to 80 meters. After the zipline canopy experience, a short drive will take you to Moin Town for a Tortuguero Canal Boat Ride. Your guide explains the rain forest ecosystem and points out sights of interest. Keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, bats, aquatic birds, iguanas and crocodiles as well as exotic flora.
Puerto Limon Sloth Lovers and Tortuguero Canal Shore Excursion
If seeing Costa Rica's famous sloths is at the top of your bucket list, this is the perfect shore excursion for you. Designed specifically for wildlife lovers and cruise guests, this experience combines two of the best locations in Puerto Limón to search for sloths in their natural habitat: the beautiful Cahuita area and the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon.Along the way, keep an eye out for monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, crocodiles, and other wildlife while exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Caribbean coast with an expert local guide. Unlike many wildlife experiences, this tour focuses on observing animals in the wild without visiting sanctuaries, rehabilitation centers, or participating in wildlife manipulation, offering an authentic and responsible eco-adventure.This is one of the best shore excursions in Puerto Limón for travelers hoping to experience Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity and see sloths where they truly belong: in the wild.
Chocolate Tour & Tortuguero Canal Boat Tour. Shore Excursion
If you love chocolate, nature and observing wild animals in their natural habitat such as monkeys, sloths and colored frogs, this is the perfect tour for you. During this tour, you will be visiting a traditional cocoa plantation near Cahuita Park in Puerto Limon.In this property, managed by a local family with more than 100 years of chocolate tradition, you will be able to know its history and how it has managed to survive through time. Accompanied by expert local guides, we will visit the cocoa plantations to learn about the plant, the cultivation techniques, its fruits, harvest, and processing of the seeds until we reach the final product: Chocolate.After this chocolate tour, continue the jorney to Tortuguero Canal, a place fully of wildlife species where the sloths in their natural habitat, are easy to see.
Puntarenas Coffee Tour & The Crocs Skywalk. Shore Excursion
This tour is a perfect introduction to coffee industry and Costa Rican culture. During this tour you will learn about this famous drink, base of the Costa Rican economy since the last century.Tastes a cup of the best coffee in the world and discover why the Costa Rican coffee is wold class.
Cahuita Park and Prospect Plantation. Shore Excursion from Limon
Discover the Cahuita National park and take a nature walk with our naturalist tour guide. The park is rich in wildlife and Monkeys, sloths, iguanas, colorful birds and other animals are easy to see. After this nature tour, a visit to a Banana plantation is included where you will learn about this important crop.NOTE: This visit is in a plantation located along the main road and the stop is close-by the company’s facilities. Does not include a visit to the packing house or any other private facilities where workers develop their duties as they are restricted areas.
Direct transfer from Limon to San Jose, English Speaking Driver
Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in San José with our premium private transfer service full of wonderful authentic experiences and insights into the local culture. Meet your driver wherever you wish in Limón and relax on the journey to your desired destination. Our experienced local driver always has your safety and comfort in mind. From the beginning of the trip, when he picks you up in Limón at your desired time and takes care of your luggage, until the end of your journey in your chosen location in San José.You will travel comfortably with a reliable driver who speaks English and has a good knowledge of the area. The only thing you need to do is relax while being taken care of. Do you need more transfers? We offer hundreds of sightseeing routes across Europe. Don't hesitate to contact us!
Private Transfer From Limon to San Jose With 2 Stops
Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in San José with our premium private tour service full of wonderful authentic experiences and insights into the local culture. Meet your driver wherever you wish in Limón and relax on the journey to your desired destination. Our experienced local driver always has your safety and comfort in mind. From the beginning of the trip, when he picks you up in Limón at your desired time and takes care of your luggage, until the end of your journey in your chosen location in San José. Our travel experts have chosen the most interesting sightseeing stops and top-rated attractions for you to choose from and enrich your journey. You will travel comfortably with a reliable driver who speaks English and has a good knowledge of the area. The only thing you need to do is relax while being taken care of. Do you need more transfers? We offer hundreds of sightseeing routes across Europe. Don't hesitate to contact us!
Tortuguero Canal Cruise and Prospect Plantation. Shore Excursion
After the pick up from the pier, a short bus drive will take you to Moin warf.Board your covered boat for a 60 minutes leisurely cruise through the jungle canals. Your guide explains the rain forest eco-system and points out sights of interest. Keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, many sloths, toucans, aquatic birds, bats and crocodiles as well as exotic flora.After the boat ride, enjoy a snack of fresh tropical fruits before to board your mini bus again for the journey to the next destination. Culture and Earth’s Bounty: The Prospect PlantationThe expedition continues with an exclusive visit to a Prospect Plantation. Here, you will discover the secrets of the region’s agricultural heritage. Our expert guide will lead you through groves of organic cacao and banana trees, as well as plantations of cassava and annatto, explaining the vital role these products play in the local economy.Before returning, enjoy a visit to our curated souvenir store
Full Day Private Tortuguero Canal and Zipline Adventure in Limon
We offer a unique shore excursion, in the port of Limon, one of the seventh provinces of Costa Rica, famously known for its incredible biodiversity. The tortuguero canal are known as Port of Limon, amazon because of the surrounding, ever green vegetation, flora and fauna, a-drive from the pier, along the coast line of Limon, takes you to a dock in, moin ware you board a pontoon boat, you'll watch for orchid's, water lilies, sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, caiman’s, Basilisk lizards, birds, after the boat tour, you will enjoy locals tropical fruits.Then we will drive up the mountain, for your next activity you'll enjoy our zip lining tour you will zip down through the canopies of the rain forest trees, is not just an adventure is also and educational activity, then you will have time for souvenir, and local shopping a short city tour around the downtown of the province of Limon!
Puerto Limon Veragua Rainforest Tram and Tortuguero Canal Tour
Experience two of Costa Rica's most remarkable natural attractions in one unforgettable shore excursion. Explore the world-famous Veragua Rainforest aboard an open-air tram, walk through pristine tropical rainforest with a professional naturalist guide, and discover why National Geographic Traveler called Veragua "the cream of the cream of the rainforest." Continue your adventure with a relaxing boat cruise through the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon, where you may spot sloths, monkeys, toucans, crocodiles, and other wildlife. Designed specifically for cruise guests, this tour combines rainforest scenery, wildlife viewing, and Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity in a comfortable and memorable experience.
Puerto Limon Wildlife, Cahuita & Tortuguero Canal Shore Excursion
Experience six of Puerto Limón's highlights in one unforgettable shore excursion. Designed for cruise guests, this small-group adventure combines a Tortuguero Canal boat ride, wildlife viewing, rainforest scenery, a banana plantation visit, Puerto Limón sightseeing, and authentic Afro-Caribbean culture. Keep an eye out for sloths, monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife while discovering the best of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast with an expert local guide.
Half day Tortuguero Canal, Cahuita National Park & Puerto Limon
Discover the best of Limón on a unique shore excursion combining nature, culture, and wildlife. Start with a scenic coastal drive to the Tortuguero Canals, known as the “Amazon of Costa Rica” for their lush vegetation and incredible biodiversity. Board a comfortable pontoon boat and watch for orchids, water lilies, sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, caimans, basilisk lizards, and tropical birds. After the boat tour, enjoy fresh local fruits. Continue to a botanical garden and banana plantation to learn about cultivating bananas, chocolate, and coffee. Then visit Cahuita National Park for a guided hike where your English‑speaking guide helps you spot wildlife in its natural habitat. You’ll also have time to swim or walk along the beach. Finish with a stop at a local fruit stand to taste pineapple, watermelon, and bananas then will take a drive through the coast line for a city tour, then return to the starting point at port of Limon!!
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