Private Puerto Limon Highlights

Excursion Highlights:
  • Embark on a cultural journey through Puerto Limon, exploring its rich Afro-Caribbean heritage, historical sites, and Christopher Columbus' landing spot.
  • Delve into the natural wonders of Cahuita National Park’s tropical rainforest, and observe captivating wildlife on a scenic shoreline tra
  • Gain insights into Costa Rica's agricultural prowess at a banana plantation, learning about the crop's journey from farm to global markets.
  • Glide through Tortuguero’s jungle canals on a guided boat tour, witnessing the lush rainforest ecosystem and spotting an array of wildlife.
  • Complete your Puerto Limon experience with a taste of local cuisine, with recommendations to ensure a flavorful finish to your tour.
From $205.00/person to $312.00/person (Select "Individuals" below) Price varies based on number of individuals in your group
Children (ages 0 to 4 years old) are free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Private
Shore Excursion Type Private Sightseeing
Shore Excursion Duration 7 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided A fruit snack and bottle of water are provided in the van. Additional snacks and drinks available for purchase at Tortuguero Canal and Cahuita Park.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled closed-toe walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions This tour can accommodate wheelchairs; however, motorized wheelchairs and scooters are not permitted.

Private Puerto Limon Highlights

Uncover Costa Rica's Afro-Caribbean culture and the area's intriguing wildlife in an exciting exploration of this captivating region - all from the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle dedicated solely to you and your group.

Enjoy an insightful city tour of Puerto Limon, a historic port city where Christopher Columbus once set foot in 1502. Revel in the heritage of its old quarter, amidst urban renovation and restored buildings, which paint a picture of Puerto Limon's rich past, combining import and export activities with its capacity to welcome cruise ships.

Explore Cahuita National Park's rainforest and beaches, a short 60-minute trip from the pier. This beautiful park was established in 1970 to safeguard Costa Rica's biggest coral reef, home to over 100 fish species, diverse corals, and other invertebrates. The park also shelters a tropical rainforest, swamps, and marshland. Expect to see monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans, colorful frogs, and more during your 45-minute nature walk along the scenic shoreline trail.

Visit a Banana Plantation, where you'll learn fascinating facts about the crop's growth, harvesting, processing, packing, and exportation. Learn why Costa Rica happens to be the second-largest banana producer globally, with 80% of the plantations situated in the Limon province.

Cruise through the jungle canals of the Tortuguero on a 60-minute leisurely boat ride, where your guide will educate you about the rainforest's ecosystem. Keep your eyes peeled for howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, aquatic birds, bats, crocodiles, and exotic plants. You will also take a coastal drive to enjoy Puerto Limon's stunning coastline, before partaking in a shopping spree at various souvenir stores displaying the diverse cultural influences of the Caribbean.

Finally, treat your taste buds to local Caribbean flavors at recommended restaurants chosen by your guide. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience the highlights of Puerto Limon.