Guided kayak Tour
Paddle the Jungle: Guided Kayak Tour
Slip silently along Tortuguero’s water trails with a bilingual naturalist guide and meet wildlife up close.
- 🦥 Close views of monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas & river birds
- 🛶 Access to narrow back-channels unreachable by motorboats
- 🌳 Mirror-calm water reflecting lush rainforest scenery
- 📸 Perfect for nature photography — no engine noise
Tour Facts
- Duration: 2 h 30 min
- Kayaks: Stable singles & doubles
- Difficulty: Easy–moderate (no experience required)
- Guide: Bilingual naturalist • First-aid certified
Departures
- 6:00 AM – 8:30 AM Best for birds
- 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Milder weather
- 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Active wildlife
*Times and routes may adjust with weather & tides.
Pricing (USD)
- $45 per person
Includes
- Certified guide
- Double or single kayak
Not Included
- National Park entrance fee
- Photography equipment
What to Bring
- Water bottle
- Rain jacket (weather-dependent)
- Insect repellent
- Biodegradable sunscreen (weather-dependent)
- Camera/phone for photos
- Fruit snacks (optional)
- Dry bag for valuables (optional)
Not recommended for children under 4.