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Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break

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Start and end in San Jose
4.6 (14 reviews)
  • Monkey in a lush tropical forest.
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  • The experience was excellent, with knowledgeable guides and the opportunity to see the nesting Green Sea Turtles.

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Destination Services Costa Rica
Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 30
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    San Jose to Tortuguero

    San Jose to Tortuguero
    Start point
    San José, Costa Rica (Pick up from your hotel in San Jose, 06:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on the way to Tortuguero), Lunch (Lunch at the lodge), Dinner (Dinner at the lodge)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Pachira Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Tortuguero National Park Boat Tour - expedition through Tortuguero Canals
    Landmarks
    Tortuguero Canals
    Tortuguero National Park
  3. Day 2

    Tortuguero

    Tortuguero
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at the lodge), Dinner (Dinner at the lodge)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Pachira Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Guided naturalist walk through private tropical trails
    • Visit to Tortuguero Village
    Landmarks
    Tortuguero Village
  4. Day 3

    Tortuguero to San Jose

    Tortuguero to San Jose
    End point
    San José, Costa Rica (Drop off to San Jose, 15:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the lodge), Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant in Guapiles)

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Pachira Lodge

    Hotel 3*
    Days 1, 2

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Traveler Moments

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  • Monkey in a lush tropical forest.
  • Small colorful frog on a large leaf with water droplets.
  • Group of people in a boat with life vests on a river.
  • White bird standing in a wooded area by water.
  • Boat moored on a riverbank with vehicles and trees.

Traveler Reviews

4.6
Overall rating based on 14 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.5
  • Tour Operator
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  • Stewart
    Stewart5.0•March 2026
    Trip to Tortuguero was amazing, Our guide Mario was very knowledgeable. Didn’t see as much wildlife as we had...
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    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Dear Steward, Thank you very much for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that your trip to Tortuguero was amazing and that you enjoyed the experience with Mario—he will be very happy to hear your kind words. Wildlife is wonderfully unpredictable—sometimes it’s everywhere, and other times it stays hidden. :) If you share what type of wildlife you were most hoping to see (for example: sloths, monkeys, turtles, birds, or crocodiles), we’ll be more than happy to recommend the best time of year and the best area to maximize the chances on a future trip. Warm regards, Customer Experience Team
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  • Jacquelyn4.0•March 2026
    Pick up and transfers were good. Hotel in Tortuguero had lovely buffet food - plenty of options for vegetarians....
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    Traveled in March 2026
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re pleased to hear that you were satisfied with the pick-up and transfer services, and that you enjoyed your stay in Tortuguero, especially the buffet meals and the variety of vegetarian options available. We’re also glad you appreciated the included tours, such as the canal boat trip and the visit to the town. Thank you as well for highlighting the availability of optional activities at an additional cost, as this information is helpful for future travelers. We truly appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you again in Costa Rica. Kind regards, Customer Experience Team
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  • Rosemary
    Rosemary5.0•February 2026
    The tour was well organised and the facilities and food were great. We did all the available activities in which our...
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    • Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break customer review video
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    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Dear Rosemary, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your comments with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that everything was well organized. We are especially pleased to know that you appreciated the activities, facilities, and food, as this tour is part of a new product line we are currently developing, focused on short experiences that offer high value and truly unique views of the destination. Feedback like yours is extremely encouraging and confirms that we are moving in the right direction. Thank you once again for your kind words and for choosing to travel with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future. Warm regards, Customer Experience Team
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  • Christopher
    Christopher5.0•May 2024
    Alex was a great tour guide and we had a blast! The bus and boat that we were taken on were both comfortable and...
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    • Monkey in a lush tropical forest.
    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Good Day Dear Christopher We are very glad to know you have a good time during your trip, thanks for your comments, we still working to keep improving our servicies. Regards, Karla Alpízar Destination Services Costa Rica's Team
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  • Jacqueline
    Jacqueline5.0•November 2023
    All worked with interesting excursions and experiences. Alex the guide was outstanding. He was very knowledgeable...
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    Traveled in November 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thank you for your very positive feedback. Your comments are very important for us to improve our services and I am glad you had a lovely experience with us and we met your travelling expectations. We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations. Kind regards, Customer Service team
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  • Oliver4.0•August 2023
    Excellent organisation. We had 2 great days in Tortuguero. I didn’t like that they tried iteratively to sell...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thank you for your very positive feedback. Your comments are very important for us to improve our services and I am glad you had a lovely experience with us and we met your travelling expectations. We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations. Kind regards, Customer Service team
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  • Noelia
    Noelia5.0•August 2023
    The tour was very well organised, the tour guide was knowledgeable, Laguna lodge was comfortable and lovely and the...
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    Traveled in August 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thank you for your very positive feedback. Your comments are very important for us to improve our services and I am glad you had a lovely experience with us and we met your travelling expectations. We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations. Kind regards, Customer Service team
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  • Abigail
    Abigail5.0•July 2023
    A fantastic and more unusual spot for wildlife watching. Many 'wishlist' species seen here, including sloth, toucan,...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thank you for your very positive feedback. Your comments are very important for us to improve our services and I am glad you had a lovely experience with us and we met your travelling expectations. We hope to be your choice for your future holiday destinations. Kind regards, Customer Service team
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  • Belinda
    Belinda5.0•April 2023
    Guides were informative and very friendly.
    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thanks so much for your feedback! we really appreciate the time you took to write such a review! Hope soon you come back to Costa Rica
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  • Cliff5.0•March 2023
    Fabulous stay and guide was fantastic.
    Traveled in February 2023
    Reply from: Destination Services Costa Rica
    Thanks so much for your feedback!, we really appreciate the time you took to write such a review!.Hope soon you come back to Costa Rica
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    Eric

    Asked on May 1st, 2026

    What hotel would you pick us up from in San Jose? Is it the hotel that is provided once we book this tour or?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written May 2026

      We are able to arrange pick-up from most hotels in San José. If you already have a hotel in mind or plan to book one, please let me know the name, and I will be happy to confirm if pick-up can be scheduled from that location. Alternatively, if your hotel is not within our regular pick-up range, we will gladly suggest the closest available meeting point.

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    Liz

    Asked on November 5th, 2025

    I am interested in this tour but cancellation policy makes me consider whether to book it or not as I do not want to lose my money for last minute cancellation. Is there a way around it?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written November 2025

      Please note that last-minute cancellations would not apply on our side, but rather on yours. We check availability directly with the hotel, and as of today, there is space available for your preferred departure date. If you have any concerns about the cancellation policy, we recommend reviewing the terms in detail or considering travel insurance for added peace of mind.

    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written November 2025

      Here's a quick overview of our policy: - You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 31 days before departure. - A cancellation fee of 50% applies if you cancel between 30 and 16 days before the event. - Unfortunately, a 100% cancellation fee is charged if you cancel 15 days or less before the event.

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    Alicia

    Asked on October 12th, 2025

    Is it possible to start the tour in San José and then drive to Puerto Viejo instead of returning to San José. Is there an additional cost?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written October 2025

      Costa Rica is an amazing destination with its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and abundant wildlife, offering an unforgettable adventure for all travelers.

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    Catherine

    Asked on October 7th, 2025

    Is it still turtle nesting season in the Torruguera NP?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written October 2025

      Regarding your question: the turtle nesting season in Tortuguero National Park mainly occurs in September and October, so by mid-November the season has usually ended. However, the park remains a very special destination year-round, ideal for enjoying its canals, rainforest, and abundant wildlife.

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      Catherine

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      How do I book Tortuguero NP

    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written October 2025

      You'll need to check the dates you wish to travel directly on the website, and we'll verify availability based on that. We also need to know where you'll be staying in San José, so we can arrange your pickup location and confirm where you'd like to be dropped off at the end of the tour. Please note that the turtle watching tour cannot be guaranteed, as it is no longer turtle season.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on January 27th, 2025

    Can we join this tour in Guápiles, then return drop off at Barceló San José? If so, please confirm if you have availability on March 10th.

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written January 2025

      The pick up is possible to make in Guapiles, the restaurant is called El Fogon de Lola, You have to be there at 08:00 am.

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      Kathleen

      Traveler•Written January 2025

      Would like to book this, joining at El Fogon de Lola on 10th March, with drop-off at Barceló San José on March 12th. If you could confirm this and let me know how to book and pay, that would be great.

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      Kathleen

      Traveler•Written January 2025

      Please confirm the pickup and dropoff arrangements. I don't want to find the tour goes without us because no-one knows about the Guápiles pickup!

    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written February 2025

      Everything is confirmed for your trip.

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    Globe

    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    How do I reach you if there is a problem with the tour?

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    Joseph

    Asked on December 28th, 2024

    Which hotels in San Jose do you pick up from?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written December 2024

      Hotels in San José we coordinate the transportation service from are several, some of them are: Autentico, Park Inn, Sleep Inn, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Radisson

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      Joseph

      Traveler•Written December 2024

      If cancelled 30 days in advance, is there a full refund?

    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written December 2024

      Yes, 30 days in advance apply full refund.

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      Joseph

      Traveler•Written December 2024

      If I book and then need to change the date (30 days prior), will I still be able to get the sale price if I book today?

    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written December 2024

      Unfortunately no. If you made the reservation today and after you need to change the travel day, the system could update the price according the promos or any discounts active during the booking period change.

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    Gonzalo

    Asked on December 14th, 2024

    What time is the pick-up for the tour?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written December 2024

      Pick up time will be around 05:30 am to 05:45 am, depending on the specific scheduling. Please confirm closer to your travel date.

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    Nathan

    Asked on December 6th, 2024

    How do I pay for the transportation services?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written December 2024

      The total cost for the transportation services will be calculated and added into the system for approval.

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