Tortuguero, Costa Rica
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Tortuguero: Costa Rica’s Jungle
Join The Explorer’s Passage on the adventure of a lifetime to Costa Rica’s hidden gem! Tortuguero is located on Costa Rica’s secluded Caribbean coast, where you can explore the lush canals and discover diverse wildlife. Tortuguero is known for spotting sea turtles nesting and hatching, and is praised for its conservation efforts protecting them. While there kayak through the canals, explore the national park and take a walk along the coast and you will be sure to see all Tortuguero has to offer!
Explore Tortuguero with TEP
Customizable Itineraries
We have the ability to tailor our Tortuguero Itinerary to your exact interests, activities, and length of stay in this beautiful country. In addition to Tortuguero, we also operate to other popular destinations such as Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Guanacaste, Osa Peninsula, and many others. We have extensive expertise in these incredible locations and would be happy to customize a trip that includes your desired trip length, dream destinations and excursions that appeal to you.
We Take Care of Everything
We go above and beyond our competitors in handling every aspect of your Costa Rica trip, so that you can focus exclusively on experiencing all that Costa Rica has to offer. Our trips are all-inclusive, crafted with the intent of providing you with an unforgettable adventure travel experience. All you have to do is show up at the airport in Costa Rica!
Responsible Travel
The Explorer’s Passage is a member of Sustainable Travel International, a partner/supporter of the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, as well as a supporter of the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST). We very proudly incorporate the principles of these organizations throughout your Costa Rica trip.
Let’s Plan Your Trip Today:
Trip Highlights
- Explore Tortuguero’s canals with a local guide, who is an expert is spotting the diverse wildlife of Tortuguero;
- Journey deep into Tortuguero National Park as you paddle through the secluded canals, or hike the trails with a chance to spot monkeys and macaws;
- Experience a once in a lifetime adventure, and watch the magic of sea turtles nesting and hatching;
- Relax in the remote rainforest, each lodge is secluded and after a few nights stay you will be reconnected with nature!
DURATION
5 Days / 4 Nights
*If you are interested in a longer trip, we can create an itinerary based on your interests that combines various destinations throughout Costa Rica. Please contact us HERE.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Various Options*
Choose between 3.5 Star or 5 Star Accommodation Options
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Easy*
Activities: hiking and kayaking
*Please refer to our Trip Activity Level Guide for more information
TRIP ITINERARY
Daily Overview
Day 1: Arrival in San Jose
Bienvenidos a Costa Rica! You will arrive at San Jose International Airport, and be greeted by a member of our team. As you are transported to your hotel in San Jose take in the beauty of Costa Rica. You will spend one night in San Jose before you head to Tortuguero.
Day 2: Tortuguero
Today is your first full day in Costa Rica. After breakfast you will be transferred to the dock for a relaxing boat ride to your hotel in Tortuguero. Once you arrive in Tortuguero, you will settle into your hotel and then have some time to explore the village and even stop at the Sea Turtle Museum!
Day 3: Tortuguero National Park & Canals
Get ready for an adventure today! You will spend your day exploring the canals and wildlife of Tortuguero. In the morning you will hike at Tortuguero National Park, hopefully you will spot the famous macaws or some monkeys. After lunch you will be taken on a boat to travel through the canals and continue to discover the abundant wildlife Tortuguero offers.
Day 4: Kayak in Canals & Explore Tortuguero Beach
Today you will get to explore more of Tortuguero’s beauty. Your morning will consist of kayaking through the canals to get a glimpse of more wildlife. Lunch will be back at your lodge, and then in the afternoon you will have time to explore the beach, town and relax at your lodge. Depending on the time of year you can watch sea turtles hatch during the day at the beach or you will have a night sea turtle excursions. During the night sea turtle excursion you will be given a specific time you can visit the beach to see the turtles lay their eggs.
Day 5: Final Day in Costa Rica
After a delicious breakfast at your lodge, you will pack up and take the boat back to the mainland. You will then be transferred back to San Jose for your flight home!
Please contact us for a complete detailed itinerary.
Client Testimonials
Read what our clients are saying about this once-in-a-lifetime experience:
Annie O.
“Thanks so much to The Explorer’s Passage for planning an awesome trip to Costa Rica for us! We had so much support and help before and during our trip. “
Trip Accommodations
Relax in the comfort and luxury of either 4 star or 5 star premium accommodations – featuring some of the finest hotels in Tortuguero.
★★★★★
5 Star Accommodations
Marriott Hacienda Belen | San Jose, Costa Rica
Marriott Hacienda Belen is conveniently located a short drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport. This resort offers a true taste of Costa Rica from the moment you arrive. Hacienda Belen offers different dining options, a pool to enjoy the beautiful weather, golf driving range and tennis courts and even a spa to relax at.
Tortuga Lodge | Tortuguero, Costa Rica
On the Caribbean coast, tucked between the Tortuguero River and gorgeous plantation-style gardens, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens offers an award-winning getaway unlike any hotel in Costa Rica. A river lodge built in harmony with its tropical environment, our hotel offers a tranquil, relaxing and exclusive experience. Each of our 29 rooms features sweeping views of the Tortuguero River and luxury amenities. As the only hotel in Tortuguero with its own private nature reserve, we offer an array of adventures and activities.
★★★½ – ★★★★
3.5 – 4 Star Accommodation
Hilton Garden Inn| San Jose, Costa Rica
The Hilton Garden Inn is is located in downtown San Jose in the Sabana Business Center with convienent access to all San Jose has to offer. The main attraction is the hotels proximity to the National Soccer Stadium and i surrounded by shops and restaurants for you to explore. The Garden Inn has a bar and lounger that offers, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Mawamba Lodge | Tortuguero, Costa Rica
Mawamba Lodge is unique as it is the only lodge in Tortuguero that has access to the canals, beach and town. This allows guests the opportunity to wander freely between the lodge, beach and town. While staying at Mawamba Lodge you will have access to different activities including, kayaking, boat tours, hikes, nights walk and turtle experience.
Personal Attention Before Your Costa Rica Adventure
There is no other operator in the travel industry that will provide the same level of personal attention to you before your adventure to Costa Rica. We get very involved with our clients before each trip by offering a series of pre-planning calls in the months and weeks before departure. This provides you with an opportunity to hear directly from us on preparation, and trip experience. It also gives you the platform to ask questions about any aspect of the trip.
Staff Support
Our knowledgeable support staff take care of the details of your in-country transportation, lodging, meals, tours, park fees, and activities. We’ve even scheduled in a bit of free time for you to explore, relax, shop, or eat on your own.
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