Puerto Limon Sloth Lovers and Tortuguero Canal Shore Excursion
Description
If seeing Costa Rica's famous sloths is at the top of your bucket list, this is the perfect shore excursion for you. Designed specifically for wildlife lovers and cruise guests, this experience combines two of the best locations in Puerto Limón to search for sloths in their natural habitat: the beautiful Cahuita area and the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon. Along the way, keep an eye out for monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, crocodiles, and other wildlife while exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Caribbean coast with an expert local guide. Unlike many wildlife experiences, this tour focuses on observing animals in the wild without visiting sanctuaries, rehabilitation centers, or participating in wildlife manipulation, offering an authentic and responsible eco-adventure. This is one of the best shore excursions in Puerto Limón for travelers hoping to experience Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity and see sloths where they truly belong: in the wild.
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Itinerary
Travel along Costa Rica's scenic Caribbean coast to the beautiful Cahuita area, one of the best places in the region to search for sloths in their natural habitat. Enjoy a guided nature walk while looking for sloths, monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, and other wildlife while learning about Costa Rica's unique rainforest ecosystem.
Board a covered boat and cruise through the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon. Continue your search for sloths along the waterways while keeping an eye out for monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, aquatic birds, and other wildlife found throughout this incredible ecosystem.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Puerto Limón's countryside, passing banana plantations, tropical fruit stands, and local communities while learning about the region's agricultural heritage and Caribbean culture.
Sample fresh tropical fruits, browse local souvenirs, and enjoy a relaxing return journey to Puerto Limón Cruise Port.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meeting Point: Meet us at the main pier entrance, where our guides will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Please note, we do not offer pick-up inside the pier.
- What to Bring: Comfortable clothing (pants or shorts), tennis shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, bug spray, a hat or cap, and cash for any extras.
- IMPORTANT: Please provide the full name of your cruise ship and the time it will be at port.
- Early-arriving ships depart at approximately 8:30 AM.
- Later-arriving ships depart at approximately 11:30 AM.
- Only one departure time is available based on your ship's arrival schedule. Guests cannot choose their departure time.
- Your exact departure time will be confirmed after booking.
- Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as animals live freely in their natural habitat.
- This tour focuses on observing wildlife in the wild and does not visit sanctuaries, rehabilitation centers, or facilities that handle wildlife.
- No Port, No Pay! Full refund guaranteed if your cruise ship does not call port.
- Some walking on natural trails and uneven surfaces may be required.
Reviews(1)
This was an excellent tour. It was a bit of a drive but during the drive we learned a lot about Costa Rica, it's history and people. The sloth boat ride was awesome. We say sloths up in trees and even one very close by that had climbed down. We saw monkeys but they were very high in the trees. We also went to a banana and cocoa plantation which was very interesting. The scenery was beautiful. Natalie was a great tour guide. I would do Greenway tours again.
Hi Colleen, So happy to hear you had a great time exploring Puerto Limón and Costa Rica with us during your cruise on the Caribbean Princess! From the scenic drive and local history to the sloth boat tour, Tortuguero canals, and banana & cocoa plantation, it sounds like a perfect day. Natalie will be thrilled to hear your kind words! Thanks for choosing us for your Costa Rica shore excursion. Feel free to share your photos and stories and tag us on Instagram or Facebook @NextExperienceTravel to inspire other travelers to discover this beautiful destination. See you again in Costa Rica or any of our other amazing destinations! Tropical regards, The Next Experience Travel Team 🌿🌴
