The Caribbean - Puerto Viejo and Tortuguero

Caribbean Vibes
The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is
a beautiful region that is generally
less developed and touristy than the Pacific side.
The weather here is in stark contrast to the other
side as the best weather is in September and October.
The colorful Caribbean culture is also quite different
as most locals are of Afro-Caribbean decent giving
the area a Reggae-Rasta vibe.
Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo, a surf oriented seaside village, is the most popular destination in this region and is located along the
southern coast. Playa Cahuita is a popular destination for those seeking quiet jungle lined beaches.
Until recently, Puerto Viejo has remained one of Costa Rica’s best kept secrets.
This fun little Caribbean surf side pueblo is quickly becoming a popular destination for those
seeking an alternative to the more touristy Pacific side.
This area is definitely not for all, but perfect for some.
The beaches here are stunningly beautiful and there are many restaurants, bars and shops
to enjoy between excursions and beach time.
Tortuguero
Tortuguero is located along the northern Caribbean coast within Tortuguero National Park. It is one of the best
wildlife observation areas in the country and a primary nesting location for Atlantic Green Sea Turtles from midJuly through mid-October.
Tortuguero is a popular destination for eco-tourists in search of wildlife and nesting sea turtles
within the national park. The town is positioned on a narrow strip of land between
the lagoon and Playa Tortuguero.
The beach, though pretty, is not a good swimming beach as there is a high concentration of sharks,
large waves and dangerous riptides.
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Puerto Viejo weather and packing list
The Southern Caribbean is a region
of vast contrasts in weather.
Temperatures remain the same nearly
year round with average day time highs
in the low 90s and night time lows in the
upper 70s. Precipitation varies by month
with the months of February, March,
September and October being the driest.
Visitors should pack a bathing suit, towel,
shorts, tee shirts, appropriate shoes, rain gear,
sun block, and insect repellent.
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Bocas del Toro One Day Tour
Bird Watching Tour
You will go on a guided birdwatching
tour. An astounding 800 plus species of
birds have been identified in Costa Rica,
over 400 of which have been spotted in
the Southern Caribbean zone.
This half day tour includes
transportation and guide.
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The Bocas del Toro one day tour is a great
way to expand your horizons and see a
little more of Central America.
The day starts with an early morning pick
up from your hotel and then driven to the
Panama border. A traditional Bri Bri
breakfast will be served and we will take
care of the immigration paperwork.
Next,we continue to Almirante, where a
fast boat will be waiting to
take you to Isla Colon.
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Bri Bri Village
You will go on a guided tour to the
Bri Bri Village. This is an indigenous
village with roots to the original
people of Costa Rica. Though time
has changed some things, the people
of this village still use many of the old
customs and techniques of living in
harmony with nature. These ways
include the making of chocolate, and
use of medicinal plants. On the way
out, we will stop by a waterfall for
great photo ops.
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Cahuita National Park
and Snorkeling Combo
Cahuita National Park
A bilingual guide will lead you through
the diversity of the rainforest at Cahuita
National Park where you will see many
different species of wildlife, flora and fauna,
such as monkeys, sloths, iguanas,
spiders, Morphos butterflies, birds,
snakes and much more.
This half day tour includes
transportation, guide, and lunch.
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The Cahuita National Park and Snorkeling
combo is a great way to enjoy both wildlife
in the jungle and marine life in the ocean.
In the morning a bilingual guide will lead
you through the rain forest where you will
see many species of wildlife, flora and
fauna, such as monkeys, sloths,
iguanas, Morphos butterflies, birds, snakes
and much more.
The afternoon continues with an awesome
snorkeling adventure.
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Cahuita Snorkeling
Create memories for a lifetime as you
and your guide snorkel above rock or
coral formations along
the Cahuita coastline and observe the
wondrous marine life below.
This fun filled half day adventure
includes transportation,
bilingual certified guide,
equipment and lunch.
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Combo Dolphin Watching
and Snorkeling
Canopy Zipline Terraventuras
Canopy Zipline is a MUST DO for
anybody adventurous that visits Costa
Rica. The adventure starts off with a ride
to the course where you will harness up
for the fun. This thrilling high speed,
high flying course allows you to soar
through the air from platform to
platform via wheel and harness for a
bird’s eye view of the rainforest.
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The Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling
adventure at Punta Mona is an amazing
local flavor experience! You will start off by
boarding a motor boat of one of the local
fishermen who will be your tour guide. He
will bring you out to hopefully observe
dolphins and take you to the best
snorkeling area to observe tropical fish
above a coral reef.
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Full Day Jungle Adventure
The Full Day Jungle Adventure is a
day jam packed with excitement and
adventure. The day starts off with a
ride by car into the jungle until we
reach the Carbon River.
We will then hike along the river
using canyoning gear in some places.
Eventually we will reach a 50 foot
tree which we will climb using
harnesses and climbing gear.
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Horseback Riding in
Cahuita
Gandoca Manzanillo
Wildlife Refuge
Today you will visit the wilds of the
Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.
The park is home to 3 species of monkeys,
2 types of sloths and many other
endangered or endemic species.
With a little luck and cooperation from
Mother Nature, your bilingual
naturalist guide will point out
wildlife such as these and others.
This half day tour includes transportation
and bilingual guide.
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Saddle up for fun as you go on a
horseback ride like a true Costa
Rican! This is a guided ride through
the town of Cahuita and then
along a black sand beach.
The beach ride will lead to the Tuba
Creek River and then we will ride
through a forested area before
returning to the ranch.
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Indian Reserve Talamaca
Waterfalls and Chocolate Tour
The Indian Reserve Talamanca , waterfall
and chocolate tour is an amazing day full
of wonder. The tour starts with a walk to
the sacred place in the forest jungle ,
We will go toward the Bribri Reserve,
the biggest indigenous community
in the country.
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Offshore Sport Fishing Half Day
Native Fishing
You will go on a traditional native fishing tour.
This is a tour with local
fisherman on a small fishing boat,
using their techniques.
No fancy rods and reels, just good old
fashioned Caribbean style fishing with bait for
species such as Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark,
Grouper, Blue and Green Jack, Red Snapper,
Mackerel, and King Fish.
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Today you will go on a half day of sport
fishing along the Caribbean coast. The Wahoo
is a 20 ft. center console double-hulled
fiberglass boat. You will be fishing for Tarpon,
King Mackerel, Cobia, Barracuda, Albacore,
Dorado, Wahoo, Grouper, and several species
of Snapper, just to name a few.
This half day tour include snacks and we offer
items appropriate for a day on the water.
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Scuba Diving `
Gandoca Manzanillo
Two Tank Dive
You will go on an exciting two tank
dive off the coast of the incredibly
biodiverse Gandoca Manzanillo
National Wildlife Refuge.
This stunning reef is located just a
few minutes offshore and offers a
unique marine life zone, packed
with fish and living coral.
Divers must be certified.
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Surf Lesson - Puerto Viejo
Surf Camp
Snorkeling
The warm waters surrounding
Costa Rica are teaming with tropical
fish. Our stretch of coast includes two
protected areas, Cahuita National Park
and the Gandoca-Manzanillo National
Wildlife Refuge and we will visit the
location with better conditions
on the day of the tour.
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Alright, so you have always wanted to learn
how to surf... Today is the perfect day to do
so! Your surf instructor will teach you all the
tricks so you can hang ten and ride the
waves on the warm waters of the Caribbean.
For this kowabunga experience you will be
provided a beginner surf board and a
professional guide who will teach you how
to walk on water.
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Whitewater Rafting Rio
Pacuare - Exploradores
The Pacuare River simply put is the
best whitewater rafting river in Costa
Rica! It has also been designated as
one of the top 10 rivers in the world
when combining the quality of the
river rapids and scenic surroundings.
After a brief safety lesson you are on
our way as our professional guides
navigate you through this thrilling
class III and IV jungle river.
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Tortuguero Canal Tour
Laguna Lodge
In the morning you will go on a
Tortuguero Canal Tour in search of
wildlife. This tour is a riverboat ride
through the jungle lined canals, which are
located within the national park.
With a little luck and cooperation from
Mother Nature, your bilingual guide will
point out animals, flora, and fauna that
live within this unique eco-system.
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Tortuguero Town Tour
Laguna Lodge
You will go on a guided walk through
the town of Tortuguero. This is a
typical Caribbean coastal fishing
village. Your guide will walk you
through the town and explain how the
villagers live and about their unique
culture. This 1 hour tour includes
bilingual guide.
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Azania Bungalows
Azania Bungalows is a 3 star Caribbean
bungalow style hotel located in front of
Playa Cocles, close to the laid back village
of Puerto Viejo at the lush South Caribbean
coast of Costa Rica. An area of untold natural
riches, unique culture and traditions.
Azania offers guests an enchanting
and serene lodge, in complete harmony
with the surrounding tropical rainforest,
and right in front of the beach.
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Cashew Hill Jungle Cottages
The two star Cashew Hill Jungle Cottages is
a small bungalow style hotel located in
Puerto Viejo. The lodge is a great choice for
anyone seeking a jungle beach experience.
Amenities of Cashew Hill Cottages include:
private parking, maid service, laundry
services. The lodge also offers internet
access for your convenience.
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Hotel Banana Azul
Hotel Banana Azul is a
Caribbean style beach hotel
located directly on the beach
at Puerto Viejo. Hotel
amenities include swimming
pool, jacuzzi, restaurant, bar,
and internet.
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Hotel Cariblue
The three star Hotel Cariblue is a bungalow
style ecolodge located in Puerto Viejo. The
hotel is a great place for beach goers and
those seeking a relaxing experience.
Amenities of Cariblue Hotel include:
restaurant, tropical gardens, swimming
pool, bar, jacuzzi. The hotel also offers a
WiFi connection to guests.
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Hotel Le Cameleon
The four star Hotel Le Cameleon
is a luxury oriented boutique
hotel located in Puerto Viejo. The
hotel is a great option for a
romantic getaway.
Amenities of Hotel Le Cameleon
include: bar, spa, beach club,
restaurant, jacuzzi, swimming
pool, beach club.
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Hotel Shawandha Lodge
The two star Shawandha Lodge is
a charming ecolodge located just
south of Puerto Viejo, near Playa
Chiquita. The lodge is a great
place for beach lovers and anyone
interested in nature. Amenities of
Shawandha Lodge include:
swimming pool, restaurant,
tropical gardens.
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Korrigan Lodge
Korrigan Lodge is a charming jungle lodge
located within Manzanillo-Gandoca
wildlife refuge, just south of
Puerto Viejo in Punta Uva.
They have carefully combined the elegance
of a hotel with the prime location
of the wildlife refuge to bring guests
an extraordinary experience.
The lodge is conveniently located within
walking distance to one of the most beautiful
beaches in Costa Rica.
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La Costa de Papito
The 2 star La Costa De Papito Hotel is an
affordable bungalow style lodge, located
in Puerto Viejo along the Southern
Caribbean coast. The lodge is a great
choice for anyone seeking beautiful
beaches and a relaxing experience.
Amenities of La Costa De Papito include:
restaurant, laundry services, spa.
The lodge also offers guests Wi-Fi
internet so you can stay in touch.
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Cabinas El Nido
Located on the southern Caribbean
coast near Playa Chaquita, Cabinas El
Nido offers a quaint, bungalow style
hotel to guests. The Puerto Viejo and
Caribbean side of Costa Rica differ
much from the Pacific side, bringing
rather an Afro-Caribbean vibe to any
dream vacation. At Cabinas El Nido,
you’ll have the opportunity to explore
the area, while being housed in a
beautiful ocean-side cabana.
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La Kukula Lodge
Hotel Bugabutik
Hotel Bugabutik offers an eco-style
accommodation in the Playa Cocles,
just outside Costa Rica’s Puerto Viejo.
Known as one of the most prime
surf beaches in the area, Playa Cocles
will surely have you in
the Pura Vida mindset.
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Hotel Totem by Cariblue
The three star Totem Hotel is a beach
hotel located in Puerto Viejo. The
hotel is a great option for anybody
seeking specialty accommodations for
surfers as they have a surf shop right
on the property. Amenities of Hotel
Totem include: cafe, jacuzzi,
swimming pool, private parking, surf
shop, bike rental.
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Located in Costa Rica’s Puerto Viejo
de Talamanca, La Kukula Lodge
serves as one of the best
accommodation options in the area.
We especially recommend this lodge
for surfers or beach-lovers that want
to enjoy the beauty of Playa Chiquita.
La Kukula Lodge is situated next to
some of the best beaches of Costa
Rica, not to mention, within
a few kilometers of popular
wildlife rescue centers.
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Namuwoki Lodge
Namuwoki Lodge has been designed to
accommodate the needs of every guests,
while remaining entirely devoted to
sustaining the natural world. Located in
Playa Chiquita, Namuwoki Lodge serves
as a small, resort-style hotel within the
lush rain forest of the Puerto Viejo area.
Each of the thirteen bungalows has been
carefully constructed to ensure a positive,
clean, and amazing experience
for all guests.
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Samasati Nature Retreat
Have you ever dreamed of finding the center
of pure nature? How about living alongside
the animals of the rainforest? These dreams
are reality when you choose Samasati Nature
Retreat for your accommodation needs on
your next Costa Rican vacation. Samasati
Nature Retreat is a natural, breathtaking
nature reserve in the rain forest outside of
popular tourist destination, Puerto Viejo de
Limon. They redefine the way guests interact
with the natural world, ultimately providing
an experience like no other.
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Villas Del Caribe
Villas del Caribe is located beachside, on the Caribbean coast of Costa
Rica. The team at Villas del Caribe
know the ins and outs
of the Caribbean Sea .
All villas units are colorful,
clean, and comfortable, giving guests
a positive and welcoming experience.
The rooms have been designed in the
modern style of the Caribbean,
which utilize the calm,
coastal breeze of the sea.
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Laguna Lodge
The three star Laguna Lodge is an
ecolodge located in Tortuguero. The
resort is a great location for anyone
looking to explore the natural beauty
of Tortuguero. Amenities of Laguna
Lodge include: bar, swimming pool,
restaurant, hiking trails, conference
rooms. The lodge also offers free
internet for convenience.
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Pachira Lodge
The two star Pachira Lodge is an ecolodge located in Tortuguero. The lodge
is a great choice for anybody exploring
the natural beauty of the Tortuguero
Canals and national park. Amenities of
Pachira Lodge include: restaurant, bar,
trails, swimming pool.
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Turtle Beach Lodge
The two star Turtle Beach Lodge is
an ecolodge located in Tortuguero.
The lodge is a nice place to use as a
base for exploring the remote
Tortuguero area. Amenities of
Turtle Beach Lodge include:
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Caribbean Paradise Eco Lodge
Caribbean Paradise Eco Lodge is a
beautiful eco-lodge located between the
beach and the Tortuguero Canals,
making it a perfect location for guests to
see both! Lodge amenities include all
meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner),
swimming pool, restaurant, bar, nature
trails, coffee and tea in the lobby area,
and complimentary WiFi.
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Flor de Tortuguero Lodge
The two star Flor de Tortuguero Lodge
is an eco-lodge located in Tortuguero.
The eco style hotel is a great place for
anybody embarking on a Tortuguero
safari. Amenities of Flor de Tortuguero
Lodge include: swimming pool,
tropical gardens.
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Manatus Hotel
The four star Manatus Hotel is the
only luxury hotel located in
Tortuguero. The hotel is a great
base for exploring Tortuguero
National Park and all it has to
offer. Amenities of Manatus Hotel
include: tropical gardens, spa,
fitness center, swimming pool,
bar, restaurant.
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Mawamba Lodge
The three star Mawamba Lodge is an
ecolodge located in Tortuguero. The hotel
is a great choice for birdwatchers and
nature lovers. Amenities of Mawamba
Lodge include: hiking trails, jacuzzi,
restaurant, bar, swimming pool.
In addition, the lodge offers guests free
Wi-Fi internet so you can stay connected.
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Tortuga Lodge and Gardens
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Tortuga Lodge and Gardens is located
on 50 acres of private land on Costa
Ricas northeast Caribbean coast.
Hotel amenities include restaurant,
bar, lounge, and a salt water pool.
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Sarapiquí
Sarapiquí is a picturesque
eco-destination off the
tourist radar that offers
numerous activities to keep
nature lovers’ and thrill
seekers’ hearts pounding.
Mountain biking, rappelling,
white-water rafting, horseback
riding, bird watching and wildlife
observation are among the many
activities that draw visitors
to this destination.
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La Fortuna &
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna just may be the most
exciting destination in Costa Rica!
The options for adventure activities
and tours are plentiful.
And there aren’t too many towns
in the world that boast a better view
of a conical volcano.
With Arenal Volcano in the
background it’s no wonder
La Fortuna is such a
tourist hot spot!
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Private Transfers
Private transfers offer a safe, reliable and flexible way to explore Costa Rica. You can take private
transfers anywhere in the country that is accessible by roads. They can be reserved based on your
schedule and are available for transfers from any airport, hotel, private home
or identifiable landmark in Costa Rica.
All of our private transfers are provided in registered tourism minibuses
(passenger vans) by professional Costa Rican drivers, in
well maintained vehicles that are air conditioned.
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Shuttle Transfers
Shuttle transfers are a shared transportation service. These transfers are operated daily between the more popular destinations,
based on set schedules. Shuttle transportation provides a safe and reliable means of transportation at a reasonable cost.
These transfers are provided in air conditioned minibuses or larger coasters by professional Costa Rican drivers. Shuttle transfers
are not a public bus service and require advance reservations.
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