Natural History Boat Tour
Immerse yourself in this utterly spellbinding three-hour rainforest boat tour of the Tortuguero National Park.
Area
Caribbean Coast
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Who
Adults
Older Kids
Young Kids
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Half Day
With the option of either a morning tour after breakfast or an afternoon tour, each offering a different perspective on the rainforest as the habitat changes throughout the day. Glide through remote backwater creeks and lagoons where the local wildlife is abundant. Among the hundreds of bird, mammal, and reptile species that inhabit the area, you’ll likely see troupes of spirited howler monkeys nibbling on tender leaves and northern jacana waterfowl perched atop islands of water hyacinth in search of insects and miniature shrimp.
The afternoon tour takes on a relaxed pace as egrets and tiger herons move towards their nests, while the white-faced capuchin monkeys keep the party going until sunset. As the afternoon light dims, the cacophony of the forest comes to a climax, and then all becomes quiet.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationTortuga Lodge
Tortuga Lodge is situated on 50 acres of private land bordering Tortuguero National Park (51,870 acres), one of Costa Rica's most popular eco-tourism destinations, on the northeast Caribbean coast.
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View AccommodationAguas Claras
Tucked away in the charming village of Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica’s beautiful Caribbean coast, Aguas Claras is an elegant and effortlessly charming colonial-style boutique hotel just moments from the coral reefs and soft sands of Chiquita Beach.
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View AccommodationPasha
Lose yourself in this stunning private paradise on the pristine shores of western Costa Rica. Encased in nine acres of lush grounds this uber luxe ten-bedroom estate if the perfect spot to soak up the sun with your favourite people.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceKayak in Tortuguero
Soak up the picturesque and magical canals and back water creeks on this spectacular two-hour kayaking tour through the Tortuguero National Park.
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View ExperienceTortuguero Village & Casa Cecropia
Submerge in this two-hour tour as you are taken back in time to glimpse the fascinating culture and history of the charming Tortuguero Village.
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View ExperienceHiking Cerro Tortuguero
Leading from the Caribbean lowlands head up the Cerro Tortuguero on a two-hour intermediate hike, taking in the abundance of local wildlife and stunning birds-eye view of the Caribbean lowlands.
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View ExperienceDay hike on the trails of Tortuga Lodge
Explore the fascinating trails of the Tortuga Lodge, letting you take in the local flora and fauna that resides close to you.
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View ExperienceTwilight Tour in the trails of the property
In the mesmerising twilight hours of the day, you will embark on a 2-hour walk through the Tortuga Lodge’s private nature reserve.
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