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TORTUGUERO PACKAGES
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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!
These 2 packages are operated by Mawamba Lodge
and they run 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.
If Mawamba lodge has no rooms available, we will make the reservation at Laguna
Lodge with an identical package, quality and services. Laguna Lodge's rooms have
private bathroom, hot water and ceiling fans. The lodge has a beautiful pool and
is located next to Mawamba in the isthmus between the ocean and the Tortuguero
river. 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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Package 3 Days / 2 Nights:
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First Day:
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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 Puerto Astua in Matina ( 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 rainponchos
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.
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Second Day:
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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. Lunch and dinner are at Mawamba. After breakfast the guide will offer the guests a walk to the Tortuguero hill (120 meters) or the morning may be spent relaxing by the pool.
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Third Day:
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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 Puerto Astua in Matina at 11:00 a.m., you will be
able to use the restrooms and then continue your trip to the Rio Danta Restaurant
to have lunch. If some passengers are going to the Caribbean beaches, we can organize
a transfer from Puerto Astua ( Matina ). In Matina a parking lot for rented cars
is available. A rented car drop off also can be arranged. Lunch at Rio Danta 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 Rio Danta we can make an easy connection with the Arenal Volcano. The passengers
will reach Rio Danta 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 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.
Services included in this package:
2 Nights in Mawamba Lodge with meals ( 3 Breakfast, 3 Lunches and 2 dinners )
Boat transportation, boat tours, english speaking tour guide
Bus transportation roundtrip from San Jose
Not included:
Drinks excepting what is offered during meals
Entrance fee to the Tortuguero National Park ( US $ 7.00 per person )
Optional Tours and the Turtle Nesting Tour during the season
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Package 2 Days / 1 Night:
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First Day:
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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 Puerto Astua in Matina ( 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 rainponchos
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.
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Second Day:
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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
Puerto Astua in Matina 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.
Services included in this package:
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
Not included:
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
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