Overview:

Spend three days at a comfortable lodge in and around Tortuguero National Park, home to the Caribbean’s most important breeding ground for endangered green sea turtles. The park is a land of canals and waterways lined by steamy jungle and mangroves teeming with wildlife. A sleepy Caribbean town, Tortuguero has no roads—access is only by boat or small plane. If you're looking for unspoiled rainforest and more animals than you can shake a camera at, this is the place.

Countries Visited

Costa Rica

Day 1

San José/Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)

Number of Days : 1

Enjoy a a delicious Costa Rican breakfast en route as we transfer by road then boat through the famous canals of Tortuguero. This tropical eco-paradise is home to countless bird and animal species, and you will have many opportunities to view and photograph wildlife. The tropical rainforest gives way to prime secluded beaches, ideal nesting grounds for Green turtles (nesting July-October) and Loggerhead, Hawksbill and Leatherback Turtles (nesting March-June). We cannot guarantee you will see turtles but odds are fairly good from July through October. Additional Notes: Pre-night accommodation in San Jose (not included) is strongly advised as your pickup on Day 1 will be in the early morning. Please speak to your sales agent to book this for you. Should you opt to book your own accommodation, please send us the name of the hotel prior to Day 1 so we can confirm your transport. Additionally, prior to Day 1, please advise your sales agent of the drop-off point for your transport at the end of your trip from Tortuguero back to San Jose. If you do not advise this, we will automatically drop you off at the same place in San Jose that we picked you up from on Day 1. This cannot be changed on the day of travel. Included Activities: Welcome Package Hotel Transport: Shared van (4.00-5.00 hours) Motorized canoe (1.50-2.00 hours)

Day 2

Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)

Number of Days : 1

Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to spot a variety of birds, monkeys and other wildlife. In our downtime, relax at the secluded lodge on a hammock or at the pool or beach. Opt to explore the gardens and beach, or go kayaking. Included Activities: Tortuguero National Park Guided Boat Tour Guided Jungle Walk

Day 3

Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)

Number of Days : 1

Today is a full day to enjoy the lodge and its incredible surroundings. Take time to explore the gardens, beach and pool, or sign up for an optional tour.

Day 4

Tortuguero/San José (1B, 1L)

Number of Days : 1

After an early morning breakfast, it is time to return to San José, where the tour ends. Have lunch on the road, returning to the capital in the afternoon. Additional Notes: Post tour accommodation in San José (not included) is recommended. Please speak to your sales agent. If you do not advise the drop off point prior to the start of the trip, you will automatically be dropped off at the same place in San Jose that we picked you up from on Day 1. This cannot be changed on the day of travel. Transport: Motorized canoe (1.50-2.00 hours) Shared van (4.00-5.00 hours)

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