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TORTUGUERO
2 DAYS 1 NIGHT - MAWAMBA LODGE |
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TORTUGUERO is one of the
most beautiful and scenic sites of Costa Rica. A trip from San Jose to Tortuguero
shows the richness of the most exuberant vegetation in the country ( Caribbean
slope and lowlands ), as well as the most of wildlife that you can easily see
in a short trip! Transportation and tours are mostly done by boat, so this nature
experience is recommended to all ages! You will have great chances to see caymans,
crocodiles, toucans, kingfishers, monkeys ( 3 different types ), sloths, iguanas,
turtles and poison arrow frogs and many others! Do not miss it!
This package is operated by Mawamba Lodge
and it runs daily picking clients up at the main hotels in San Jose. The pick
up times are fixed at most of the hotels. If the hotel is not included on the
list, clients should make their own way to the hotels where Mawamba will pick
up their clients. During the whole trip an english speaking guide will escort
the group.
In the case of groups, the arrival or departure to Tortuguero can be done by
boat to / from Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui. This is particularly convenient when
the clients are near the Arenal Volcano area and you wish to combine it with
Tortuguero. For this choice, please contact our office and we will give you
a quotation, depending on the group´s size.
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On the first day the Mawamba bus will pick you up at your
hotel to take you to the province of Limon crossing the Braulio Carrillo National
Park and the continental divide until reaching the Rio Danta Restaurant for
a typical breakfast in the Caribbean lowlands. After breakfast the trip will
continue across banana plantations to Caño Blanco Dock ( 1 ½ hours
drive ). From there the journey will continue by boat to Tortuguero Town and
Sandbar. It is a breathtaking trip on calm water using many different rivers.
The boats have canopies and rain ponchos for the passenger. During the trip
the guide will point out birds and animals and will be explaining the natural
history of the area. If the clients require vegetarian food, tell us in advance,
so that we can make the arrangements. On arrival to Mawamba, lunch will be served.
Meals are served on a menu basis, at indicated hours, offering a wide variety
of excellent cuisine.Your tour guide will offer an afternoon walk to Tortuguero
town so you can see the lifestyle of the local people. In the town there are
2 souvenirs shops with T-shirts, post cards, etc. Dinner will be at Mawamba
Lodge. The lodge has a swimming pool, beachfront, the Tortuguero river, beautiful
gardens, a natural trail, hammocks, a bar with music, television room and a
restaurant. Swimming at the beach or river is not recommended due to the strong
currents, but the spectacle of the wild Caribbean is outstanding. During the
turtle nesting season ( from July to October ) you will have the opportunity
to take the Turtle Night Walk Tour to see the Green Turtle laying eggs at the
beach of Tortuguero ( optional ). Overnight in Mawamba
Lodge.
By bus and boat
6:30 - 7:00 a.m. Pick up in the San Jose Metropolitan Area at the Hotel or indicated
place.
8:15 a.m Breakfast at Rio Danta Restaurant ( located in Guapiles )
11:00 a.m Arriving to Caño Blanco dock for the boat transfer (Caño
Blanco / Mawamba Lodge)
1:00 p.m. Welcome Cocktail at the Hotel upon arrival
Hotel Check-in
Lunch at the Hotel’s Restaurant
3:00 p.m. Village Tour ( about 2 hours ) with a visit to The Caribbean Conservation
Corporation’s visitor center and sea turtle museum.
7 :00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dinner at the Hotel’s Restaurant.
By air
Pick up at the Tortuguero
air strip at 7:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m to 8:30 a.m. Breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant
Midday: Lunch at the hotel’s Restaurant
3:00 p.m. Village tour (about 2 hours) and visit to The Caribbean Conservation
Corporation’s visitor center and turtle museum.
7 :00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dinner at hotel’s restaurant.
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| SECOND
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On the second day we will visit the Tortuguero
National Park to observe the fauna and flora of the forest. The trip will take
two hours in the morning. Normally the morning tour starts at 6:00 a.m. and
finishes at 8:00 a.m. with breakfast afterward. The boats are small without
a canopy for a better view. After breakfast you will leave the hotel at 9:00
a.m. Reaching Caño Blanco at 11:00 a.m., where you will be able to use
the restrooms and then continue your trip to the Rio Danta Restaurant to have
lunch. Lunch at Rio Danta is included and afterwards, the bus will take you
to San Jose. The bus will leave you at the different hotels in San Jose between
3 and 4 p.m.
From Rio Danta we can make an easy connection for the Arenal Volcano. The passengers
will reach Rio Danta around 1:30 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. the guests may leave from
Rio Danta to reach the volcano area around 4:30 p.m. A private transfer or rented
car can be arranged at Rio Danta. The rooms at Mawamba are standard, all with
private bathroom, hot water and a ceiling fan. There are no phones, TV or air
conditioning. The water is safe to drink and to brush your teeth. Mineral water
is always available for guests at the main restaurant. The restaurant has a
self service section open 24 hours for mineral water, beers, tea, coffee, etc.
By bus and boat
Between 7:30 a.m to 8:30 a.m. Breakfast at the Hotel’s restaurant.
8 :30 a.m. Check out.
9:00 a.m Departure by boat.
11:00 a.m. Arrival to Caño Blanco.
1:00 p.m. Lunch at Rio Danta Restaurant (Located in Guapiles).
3:30 p.m. Arriving to San Jose.
By air
6:00 a.m. Light
Breakfast.
6:20 a.m. Check out.
6:30 a.m. Drop off at the Tortuguero air strip.
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| SERVICES
INCLUDED |
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1 Night in Mawamba Lodge with meals ( 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunches
and 1 dinner )
Boat transportation, boat tours, english speaking tour guide
Bus transportation roundtrip from San Jose
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Entrance fee to the Tortuguero National Park ( US $
7.00 per person )
Drinks excepting what is offered during meals
Optional Tours and the Turtle Nesting Tour during the season ( US $ 30.00 )
