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If seeing Costa Rica's famous sloths is at the top of your bucket list, this is the perfect shore excursion for you. Designed specifically for wildlife lovers and cruise guests, this experience combines two of the best locations in Puerto Limón to search for sloths in their natural habitat: the beautiful Cahuita area and the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon.
Along the way, keep an eye out for monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, crocodiles, and other wildlife while exploring Costa Rica's breathtaking Caribbean coast with an expert local guide. Unlike many wildlife experiences, this tour focuses on observing animals in the wild without visiting sanctuaries, rehabilitation centers, or participating in wildlife manipulation, offering an authentic and responsible eco-adventure.
This is one of the best shore excursions in Puerto Limón for travelers hoping to experience Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity and see sloths where they truly belong: in the wild.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your tour begins at the main entrance of the pier, where our guides will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Please note that we do not offer pickup inside the pier. Early-arriving ships depart at approximately 8:30 AM. Later-arriving ships depart at approximately 11:30 AM.
Itinerary
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1Cahuita National Park
Travel along Costa Rica's scenic Caribbean coast to the beautiful Cahuita area, one of the best places in the region to search for sloths in their natural habitat. Enjoy a guided nature walk while looking for sloths, monkeys, iguanas, tropical birds, and other wildlife while learning about Costa Rica's unique rainforest ecosystem.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Tortuguero National Park
Board a covered boat and cruise through the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon. Continue your search for sloths along the waterways while keeping an eye out for monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, aquatic birds, and other wildlife found throughout this incredible ecosystem.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Puerto Limon
Enjoy a scenic drive through Puerto Limón's countryside, passing banana plantations, tropical fruit stands, and local communities while learning about the region's agricultural heritage and Caribbean culture.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Puerto Limon
Sample fresh tropical fruits, browse local souvenirs, and enjoy a relaxing return journey to Puerto Limón Cruise Port.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meeting Point: Meet us at the main pier entrance, where our guides will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Please note, we do not offer pick-up inside the pier.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meeting Point: Meet us at the main pier entrance, where our guides will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Please note, we do not offer pick-up inside the pier.
- What to Bring: Comfortable clothing (pants or shorts), tennis shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, bug spray, a hat or cap, and cash for any extras.
- IMPORTANT: Please provide the full name of your cruise ship and the time it will be at port.
- Early-arriving ships depart at approximately 8:30 AM.
- Later-arriving ships depart at approximately 11:30 AM.
- Only one departure time is available based on your ship's arrival schedule. Guests cannot choose their departure time.
- Your exact departure time will be confirmed after booking.
- Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as animals live freely in their natural habitat.
- This tour focuses on observing wildlife in the wild and does not visit sanctuaries, rehabilitation centers, or facilities that handle wildlife.
- No Port, No Pay! Full refund guaranteed if your cruise ship does not call port.
- Some walking on natural trails and uneven surfaces may be required.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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