Tortuguero National Park Tour – 5-Day Independent Adventure

Spend four days at a lodge in and around Tortuguero National Park. The park is a land of canals and waterways lined by steamy jungle and mangroves teeming with wildlife, and is the Caribbean's most important breeding ground for endangered green sea turtles from June to August. A sleepy Caribbean town, Tortuguero has no roads—access is only by boat or small plane. If you're looking for unspoiled rainforest and more animals than you can shake a camera at, this is the place.

Day 1 San José
Arrive at any time, arrival transfer included.

Day 2 San José/Tortuguero
Travel through impressive canals to Tortuguero. Relax at a secluded lodge and opt for a guided nocturnal animal-spotting boat excursion in the evening.

Day 3 Tortuguero
Enjoy a guided boat trip and jungle walk in search of caiman, monkeys (spider, howler, and white-faced capuchin), sloths, and basilisk lizards.

Day 4 Tortuguero
Today is a full day to enjoy the lodge and its incredible surroundings. Take time to explore the gardens, beach and pool, or sign up for an optional tour.

Day 5 Tortuguero/San José
Head back to San José after breakfast. Tour ends on arrival.