Tortuguero Boat Tour
Tours
Tortuguero National Park Boat Tour
Explore the Canals with Certified Local Guides
Discover the heart of Tortuguero National Park on an unforgettable wildlife boat tour through its iconic rainforest canals. This guided experience is one of the best ways to observe Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity while enjoying a peaceful and immersive journey deep into the tropical rainforest.
Our Tortuguero boat tour is led by certified local naturalist guides, born and raised in Tortuguero, with generations of knowledge of the park’s wildlife and ecosystems. As we navigate the narrow canals by motorboat, you’ll have the opportunity to spot monkeys, sloths, toucans, macaws, caimans, river turtles, and countless bird species in their natural habitat.
Designed for small groups, this tour offers a quieter and more personal experience, allowing wildlife to be observed naturally without disturbance. Your guide will help you identify animals, explain their behavior, and share fascinating insights about the rainforest, conservation efforts, and the unique history of Tortuguero.
This 3.5-hour Tortuguero National Park boat tour includes a professional guide, safety equipment, binoculars, seasonal fruit, and coffee, making it a comfortable and enriching adventure for nature lovers of all ages.
If you’re looking for an authentic Tortuguero wildlife experience, guided by locals who truly know and respect the park, this boat tour is the perfect choice.
👉 Reserve your Tortuguero Boat Tour today and explore the canals like a local.
👉 Reserve your Tortuguero Boat Tour today and explore the canals like a local.
Explore Tortuguero on a Boat Tour
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Discover Nature Like Never Before
Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of Tortuguero National Park with our 3.5 hours boat tour.
Deeper Jungle: Motorboat Canal Tour
in Tortuguero National Park
Visit Caño Harold or Caño Palma by comfortable motorboat. Reach deeper into the rainforest and spot more wildlife than on a typical canoe tour.
- 🧭 Routes: Caño Harold or Caño Palma (conditions permitting)
- 👨✈️ Licensed captain & certified bilingual naturalist guide
- ⏱️ Departure: 8:00 AM • Duration: 3 h 40 min (ends ~11:40 AM)
- 🔍 Excellent chances to see monkeys, sloths, toucans & caimans
- ☕ Coffee, bottled water & seasonal fruit included • 🔭 Binoculars provided
Adults $45
Kids 6–12 Ask
Residents Ask
*National Park entrance fee (US $16.95) may apply if entering that area.
Bring: biodegradable sunscreen, rain jacket, and insect repellent.