We are interested in this tour and would like to know if it would be possible to stay 2 nights in San Jose and 2 nights in Bocas del Toro having possibly an evening flight to Panama City so that we can have the opportunity to get visit also San Jose, since our flight from Europe would be landing in late afternoon. The dates we are interested are from Saturday, October 10 to Tuesday, October 20 2026.

if you are sitll interested i will quote for you.

Is it possible to include Boquete? Can you provide examples of the accommodations at each of the cities?

The hotel would be: San José Crowne Plaza or similar Tortuguero Hotel Laguna Lodge or similar Arenal Mountain Paradise or similar Monteverde Hotel Fonda Vela or similar Manuel Antonio Costa Verde or similar.

Am interested in this trip but am a solo traveler. Do you charge a single supplement?

No, we dont charge solo traveller. You can book a single room whith out any suplement

How much could you do the Panama Canal Boat Experience With Lunch Included please?

The price of the tour its 145 usd per person.

More specific information on the hotel choices, beach, jungle, hotel names 3 of 4 star - can I choose. More explanation needed on the boat transfers. Is it a boat taxi where we bring our luggage to the new location. Is it wildlife and scenic viewing or transportation only and how long are the boat rides. Do we transfer to a shuttle van or bus to get to the hotels? Are the guide English speaking. The details are very few.

Boats are not simple water taxi,; luggage is transported with you at all times. In Tortuguero, the boat rides are both scenic and wildlife-oriented, offering opportunities to observe tropical flora, birds, reptiles, and other wildlife along the canals. Boat ride durations vary between 45 minutes to approximately 1.5 hours, depending on the route. After each boat segment, connections are made seamlessly with shuttle vans or buses to reach the respective hotels. Professional local guides are English speaking, during guided excursions, especially in Tortuguero.

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Costa Rica and Panamá - 11 days

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From San Jose to Panama City

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Gold Operator: Aborigen Tours
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 2 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San José
San José
Start point
San José, San José, Costa Rica (Arrival transfer)
Day 2
San José to Tortuguero
San José to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shared land and boat transfer from San José to Tortuguero
- Boat cruise through Tortuguero Canals
- Visit Tortuguero village and local crafts
Optional Activities
- Visit Turtle Museum
Landmarks
Tortuguero Canals
Tortuguero village
Day 3
Tortuguero
Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Rainforest walk and wildlife spotting
- Afternoon boat tour through Tortuguero Canals and National Park
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero Canals
Day 4
Tortuguero to Puerto Viejo
Tortuguero to Puerto Viejo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride through Tortuguero Canals
- Shared land transfer from Tortuguero to Guápiles
- Shared land transfer from Guápiles to Puerto Viejo
Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Day 5
Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Puerto Viejo to Manzanillo village
- Beach relaxation
- Snorkeling in coral reefs
Landmarks
Manzanillo
Day 6
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shared land transfer from Puerto Viejo to Sixaola and Puerto Almirante
- Shared boat transfer from Puerto Almirante to Bocas del Toro
Landmarks
Isla Colón
Day 7
Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation
- Island exploration
Landmarks
Bocas del Toro beaches
Day 8
Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Isla de los Pájaros, Boca del Drago y Playa de las Estrellas Tour - Visit Bird Island sanctuary with Brown Boobies, pelicans, terns, and red-billed gulls; explore Boca del Drago for swimming and snorkeling; finish at Playa de las Estrellas to see starfish
- Dolphin Bay, Cayo Coral and Playa Rana Roja Tour - Observe playful dolphins in Dolphin Bay, snorkel at Cayo Coral with vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish, relax at Playa Rana Roja with white sand and turquoise waters
Landmarks
Isla de los Pájaros
Boca del Drago
Playa de las Estrellas
Dolphin Bay
Cayo Coral
Playa Rana Roja
Day 9
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shared land transfer from Bocas del Toro to local airport
- Domestic flight from Bocas del Toro to Panama City
- Shared land transfer from Panama City airport to hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Panama City
Landmarks
Panama City
Day 10
Panama City
Panama City
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Panama Canal
- Explore Casco Viejo
- Visit parks
- Discover local culture
Landmarks
Panama Canal
Casco Viejo
Day 11
Panama City
Panama City
End point
Panamá, Panamá, Panama (Departure transfer)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shared land transfer from Panama City hotel to international airport

Landmarks
Tortuguero Canals
Tortuguero village

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero Canals

Landmarks
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Landmarks
Manzanillo

Landmarks
Isla Colón

Landmarks
Bocas del Toro beaches

Landmarks
Isla de los Pájaros
Boca del Drago
Playa de las Estrellas
Dolphin Bay
Cayo Coral
Playa Rana Roja

Landmarks
Panama City

Landmarks
Panama Canal
Casco Viejo

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Additional Services
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Flights
Optional
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François5.0•March 2026
Good itinerary to discover Costa Rica and Panama, a little by yourself, but with assistance on each step
Traveled in February 2026
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Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the itinerary and the balance between independence and support throughout the trip. We hope to welcome you again for another great experience!
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Joanna
Asked on April 16th, 2026
We are interested in this tour and would like to know if it would be possible to stay 2 nights in San Jose and 2 nights in Bocas del Toro having possibly an evening flight to Panama City so that we can have the opportunity to get visit also San Jose, since our flight from Europe would be landing in late afternoon. The dates we are interested are from Saturday, October 10 to Tuesday, October 20 2026.
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written April 2026
  if you are sitll interested i will quote for you.
T
Tony
Asked on March 24th, 2026
Is it possible to include Boquete? Can you provide examples of the accommodations at each of the cities?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written March 2026
  The hotel would be:
  San José Crowne Plaza or similar
  Tortuguero Hotel Laguna Lodge or similar
  Arenal Mountain Paradise or similar
  Monteverde Hotel Fonda Vela or similar
  Manuel Antonio Costa Verde or similar.
- T
  Tony
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  Is it possible to stay in one of those over the water bungalows in Bocas del Torro?
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written March 2026
  Yes of course i will prepare a quote for you with the over the water bungalows in Bocas del Torro.
V
Vincent
Asked on March 20th, 2026
Am interested in this trip but am a solo traveler. Do you charge a single supplement?
Single supplement
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written March 2026
  No, we dont charge solo traveller.
  
  You can book a single room whith out any suplement
C
Claudia
Asked on January 13th, 2026
How much could you do the Panama Canal Boat Experience With Lunch Included please?
Price / Availability
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  The price of the tour its 145 usd per person.
- C
  Claudia
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  Hotel names for the 3-star option and whether adding dinner is possible, along with the cost?
- C
  Claudia
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  More information and pricing for the optional activity to visit the Panama Canal on Day 10?
- C
  Claudia
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  Whether a transfer to The Westin Playa Bonita Panama can be arranged instead of to the airport on the last tour day?
- C
  Claudia
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  If the domestic flights on Day 9 are included in the tour pricing?
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  For the 3-star hotel category, we work with the following properties during the tour:
  
  • Sleep Inn – San José
  • Hotel Turtle Beach Lodge – Tortuguero
  • Villas del Caribe – Puerto Viejo
  • Swan's Cay – Bocas del Toro
  • Victoria Clarion & Suites – Panama City
  
  Dinner is not included in the base package. However, dinner can be added as an optional service. The cost will depend on the selected hotel and the type of dinner, and we would be happy to provide a quote upon request.
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  The optional excursion corresponds to a full Panama City tour, lasting approximately 6 hours, at a cost of USD 145 per person.
  
  This tour includes:
  
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Panama Canal visit (IMAX Visitor Center with 3D informative movie and viewing deck)
  • Amador Causeway (including a stop at the Panama sign)
  • Casco Antiguo (Golden Altar, Esteban Huertas Promenade, and Panama Cathedral)
  • Panama Canal Administration Building
  • Panama Viejo
  • Lunch (main course with a drink) at the Seafood Market or Amador Causeway
  
  Not included:
  
  • Panama Canal entrance fee (approx. USD 20)
  • Panama Viejo entrance fee (approx. USD 18)
  • Beverages not specified and any services not mentioned
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  We confirm that a transfer to The Westin Playa Bonita Panama can be arranged instead of a transfer to the airport, with no issue. This can be coordinated in advance.
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  Domestic flights are not included in the tour price. However, we can quote and arrange them on your behalf. At present, the approximate cost is USD 99 per person, subject to availability and travel date.
R
Rose
Asked on December 21st, 2025
More specific information on the hotel choices, beach, jungle, hotel names 3 of 4 star - can I choose. More explanation needed on the boat transfers. Is it a boat taxi where we bring our luggage to the new location. Is it wildlife and scenic viewing or transportation only and how long are the boat rides. Do we transfer to a shuttle van or bus to get to the hotels? Are the guide English speaking. The details are very few.
Accommodation
Tour Details
Transport
- Aborigen ToursOperator•Written December 2025
  Boats are not simple water taxi,; luggage is transported with you at all times. In Tortuguero, the boat rides are both scenic and wildlife-oriented, offering opportunities to observe tropical flora, birds, reptiles, and other wildlife along the canals. Boat ride durations vary between 45 minutes to approximately 1.5 hours, depending on the route. After each boat segment, connections are made seamlessly with shuttle vans or buses to reach the respective hotels. Professional local guides are English speaking, during guided excursions, especially in Tortuguero.

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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica.Panama. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica.Panama. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica Yellow fever - Recommended for and Panama. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Panama. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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Costa Rica and Panamá - 11 days

Itinerary

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San José

San José to Tortuguero

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Tortuguero

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Tortuguero to Puerto Viejo

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Puerto Viejo

Optional Activities

Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro

Included Activities

Bocas del Toro

Optional Activities

Bocas del Toro

Optional Activities

Bocas del Toro to Panama City

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Panama City

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Panama City

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