Tortuguero National Park Tours from San Jose
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10 best Tortuguero National Park tours from San Jose
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- Costa Rica's Natural Wonders
- Tortuguero National Park Tour – 4-Day Independent Adventure
- Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)
- Tortuguero: A natural paradise in Costa Rica
- Geluxe: Costa Rica: Tortuguero, La Fortuna & Rio Celeste
- Tortuguero National Park Adventure 3D/2N
- Tortuguero National Park Adventure 4D/3N
- Costa Rica Family Escape
- Cycle Costa Rica
- Costa Rica: A World of Nature featuring Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio National Park (2025)
Costa Rica's Natural Wonders
80 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were awesome. Definitely do the upgrades, the trip was amazing.”
SHARON, traveled in April 2024
A 90-minute boat ride takes you from the mainland town to Tortuguero, passing caimans and herons through scenic canals to Pachira Lodge. Daily excursions wind through the park's waterways and nesting beaches, with expert naturalist guides sharing local knowledge.
Duration 11 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Guapiles, La Fortuna, La Guaria (La Fortuna), Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Jaco Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Wingbuddy From
- US$1,779
Tortuguero National Park Tour – 4-Day Independent Adventure
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The lodge was great- good variety of food, beautiful pool, clean rooms. I would do this tour again!”
Allyson, traveled in May 2023
A 5-hour route from San José to Tortuguero unfolds through lowland plantations, followed by a 90-minute motorized canoe ride through the park's stunning canals to your secluded lodge.
Duration 4 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From
- US$699
Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All worked with interesting excursions and experiences. The hotel and its facilities were good too.”
Jacqueline, traveled in November 2023
Mega Sale
Duration 3 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $436
15% Off- US$371You save $65
Tortuguero: A natural paradise in Costa Rica
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great activities, pickups were punctual and accommodations were nice.”
Ian, traveled in August 2019
Mega Sale
The day starts with pickup from San Jose hotels, including breakfast en route to Pavona Dock. A one-hour boat glides through canals to Tortuguero lodging. Return options include Arenal, Puerto Viejo, or San Jose.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park Age Range up to 75 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Green World Adventures From $758
20% Off- US$606You save $151
The route from San Jose weaves through Braulio Carrillo National Park to Tortuguero's entrance. A 2.5-hour drive and 1.5-hour boat transfer leads to jungle lodges, perfectly positioned for exploring the park's extensive canal network.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Arenal Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From
20% Off- US$3,599
Tortuguero National Park Adventure 3D/2N
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I was constantly amazed at how diverse and numbers of animals that live in such a small area.”
SIMON, traveled in November 2017
Mega Sale
Your 7 AM San Jose departure winds through cloud forests to reach Tortuguero. Traditional Costa Rican breakfast precedes a scenic boat transfer through jungle canals, concluding with welcome cocktails and afternoon wildlife viewing.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Bamba Travel From $609
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Diverse ecosystems unfold during your San Jose departure to Tortuguero. Combined shuttle and boat transfer reveals the transition from cloud forests to coastal canals, arriving for afternoon wildlife viewing.
Duration 4 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Bamba Travel From $836
10% Off- US$752You save $83
Remote waterways of Tortuguero await after leaving San José. Expert guides interpret unique canal ecosystems while comfortable lodges provide perfect bases for exploration.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna, La Guaria (La Fortuna), Arenal, Tilaran, Monteverde, Samara, Playa Carrillo Age Range 9 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
10% Off- US$3,075
Cycle Costa Rica
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was a wonderful trip, exceeding all expectations and was very well organised with excellent accommodation.”
Susan, traveled in February 2018
Mega Sale
The 3.5-hour drive from San José to La Pavona leads to a scenic boat transfer. The lodge serves as an ideal base for exploring park's waterways and trails, opening the gateway to cross-country cycling adventure.
Duration 14 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Guapiles, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Guanacaste National Park, Canas, Volcan Miravalles, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Explore! From $4,950
12% Off- US$4,360You save $590
Costa Rica: A World of Nature featuring Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio National Park (2025)
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Your route to Tortuguero winds through intricate canals from San Jose to your rainforest lodge. The park's waterways and hiking trails beckon before continuing to Sarapiquí on day 4.
Duration 12 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiquí, Muelle San Carlos, Arenal, Herradura, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Collette From
12% Off- US$3,199
