Saint Germain Tours - Laguna Lodge - Tortuguero 3 Days 2 Nights

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 Laguna 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 Laguna Lodge 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.

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 SELVA TROPICAL Restaurant for a typical breakfast in the Caribbean lowlands.( near Guapiles Town ) 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 Laguna Lodge, 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 Laguna 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 stay at Laguna 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.
8:20 a.m Breakfast at Selva Tropical Restaurant ( located in Guapiles )
11:00 a.m Arriving to Caño Blanco dock for the boat transfer (Caño Blanco / Laguna 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.
6:30 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.
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dinner at hotel’s restaurant.

The highlight of Tortuguero will be an early boat drive through the narrow canals of the National Park in the search of caymans, sloths, toucans, turtles and monkeys. You will be delighted and comfortable while enjoying nature at its best! The trip will take two hours in the morning and another two hours in the afternoon. Normally the morning tour starts at 6:00 a.m. and finishes at 8:00 a.m. with breakfast afterwards. The boats are small without a canopy for a better view.

The rest of the day can be spent relaxing by the pool or enjoying the hotel facilities and surroundings.

Lunch and dinner are at Laguna Lodge.

Overnight in Laguna Lodge.

On the third day, breakfast will be at 7:30 a.m. and you will leave the hotel at 9:00 a.m. After reaching Caño Blanco around 11:00 a.m., you will be able to use the restrooms and then continue your trip to the Selva Tropical Restaurant to have lunch. If some passengers are going to the Caribbean beaches, we can organize a transfer from the Caribbean Dish Restaurant in Siquirres. In Caño Blanco a parking lot for rented cars is available. A rented car drop off also can be arranged. Lunch at Selva Tropical is included and afterwards, the bus will take you to back to San Jose.

The bus will leave you at the different hotels in San Jose between 3 and 4 p.m. From Selva Tropical we can make an easy connection with the Arenal Volcano. The passengers will reach Selva Tropical around 1:30 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. the guests may leave from there to reach the volcano area around 4:30 p.m. A private transfer or a rented car can also be arranged at Selva Tropical..

The rooms at Laguna Lodge 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 7:00 a.m to 8:30 a.m. Breakfast at the Hotel’s restaurant.
9 :00 a.m. Check out.
9:30 a.m.. Boat Departure.
11:00 a.m. Arriving to Caño Blanco.
1:00 p.m. Lunch at Selva Tropical 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.

2 Nights in Laguna Lodge with meals ( 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunches and 1 dinner )
Boat transportation, boat tours, english speaking tour guide
Bus transportation roundtrip from San Jose

Entrance fee to the Tortuguero National Park ( US $ 10.00 per person )
Drinks excepting what is offered during meals
Optional Tours and the Turtle Nesting Tour during the season ( US $ 30.00 )
Flights in case arriving or departing by plane