Experience◎ Costa Rica
Tortuguero Canals Including Playa Bonita and Puerto Limon Highlights
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4.8(394 reviews)About This Experience
Experience a relaxing tour in Puerto Limon around the city and take in the scenic view of the town. During your tour, you'll go on a Tortuguero canal boat ride, enjoy Playa Bonita's beach, stop beside a banana plantation, and taste local fruit at the Fruit Stand and visit the supermarket. This small-group excursion takes approximately 4 hours, during which you'll learn about the local culture and visit the best of Puerto Limon. This is a great way to make the most of your time at port!
Meeting point
Meet us outside the port in Puerto Limon, around 150 to 350 meters (160 to 380 yards) from the ship towards the Vargas Park. Please walk from the ship through the crosswalk and souvenir tents until you see the public street after the exit gates. Your guide will be holding the logo RELAX DAY TOURS.
Itinerary
20 min
Enjoy a brief city tour around Limon's town, where your guide will shar…
Enjoy a brief city tour around Limon's town, where your guide will share some of the culture and history of this port. You will also visit a viewpoint, a great opportunity to take a panoramic picture of the town and the ship docks.
20 min
Learn more about tropical plants and their fruits.
Learn more about tropical plants and their fruits. See the actual plants and trees, and also have some samples of these delicious fruits at a rustic fruit stand before heading on to Cahuita National Park. If you feel like shopping, you can also visit the contiguous souvenir shop.
20 min
Bananas are a big part of Costa Rica's economy and a major activity in…
Bananas are a big part of Costa Rica's economy and a major activity in Puerto Limon. Stop at an organic banana plantation to learn about the growing, harvesting and shipping of the fruit.
1 hr
Enjoy one hour of cruising across the Tortuguero Canals in a covered bo…
Enjoy one hour of cruising across the Tortuguero Canals in a covered boat. Your tour guide will point you to the plants and animals in the area, and get you to know more of the region's rich biodiversity.
35 min
Visit Playa Bonita, Spanish for "beautiful beach".
Visit Playa Bonita, Spanish for "beautiful beach". Enjoy Bonita's white sand beach scenery, a great place to enjoy the sea if there's nice weather. Alternatively, just relax in a chair or have a meal or drink at the nearby restaurants.
15 min
A short stop by a local grocery store, where you can purchase Costa Ric…
A short stop by a local grocery store, where you can purchase Costa Rican coffee or other goods at fair prices if you want to, and can also learn about the general cost of living in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica.
What's Included
- ✓Tortuguero Canals boat ride (admission included)
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Free fruit tasting
- ✓Port pickup and drop-off
- ✓Bottled water per person
Not Included
- ✗Lunch
- ✗Gratuities
Good to know
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Children must be accompanied by an adult
- •A maximum of 18 people per booking
- •Be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- •May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- •Dress code is smart casual: we recommend light, comfortable clothing. You can also have rain-wear, as the weather is varies
- •For cruise ship passengers - disembarkation/arrival details should be provided during the booking or 24 hours prior to the travel date (important)
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