Top Caribbean Coast Day Trips

See the highlights of Limon on a full-day tour. Set off from your meeting point and visit a local fruit stand. Then, head to the rainforest to learn more about the area’s biodiversity. You’ll also see a banana plantation and explore the Tortuguero Canals, which teem with wildlife and vegetation. Finally, take a city tour of Limon with a stop at Playa Bonita.

Learn more about Costa Rica’s indigenous people and culture on this half-day small-group tour to the Bribri Indigenous Reserve from Puerto Viejo. Meet an indigenous family, learn about their medicinal plants, and have a go at making your own tasty cacao paste. Continue to a beautiful waterfall in the mountains where you can cool off with a swim.

Discover Cahuita National Park on this all-day private tour. For those arriving via a cruise ship, travel from the port in Limon to Cahuita where you’ll go snorkeling with a guide, as well as take a short hike through the park. Cahuita National Park is home to a reef that’s filled with over 240 marine species including wildlife such as tropical fish, mollusks, and nurse sharks. Also, head to Puerto Vargas beach for more snorkeling opportunities.

In my experiences, people will be able to live and know from the perspective of a local person with indigenous descent. many traditions that are very important to the culture such as medicinal plants, knowing the ceremony house, crafts, cocoa chocolate making and history. and also very important to share with local people and take home a beautiful memory of everything experienced in the place. and then after this beautiful cultural experience. We visited a waterfall in the area where you can swim and enjoy nature. It is an experience that will allow you to connect with the indigenous Bribri culture of the area and appreciate the nature of its surroundings, which very few people managed to visit and learn about the beauty of this culture. And something also very important is that even the little ones who live this experience will learn about one of the best-known cultures in Costa Rica.

Experience six of Puerto Limón's highlights in one unforgettable shore excursion. Designed for cruise guests, this small-group adventure combines a Tortuguero Canal boat ride, wildlife viewing, rainforest scenery, a banana plantation visit, Puerto Limón sightseeing, and authentic Afro-Caribbean culture. Keep an eye out for sloths, monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife while discovering the best of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast with an expert local guide.

Explore the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica in one full day. Visit the Jaguar Rescue Center to see rescued animals up close, taste local coffee and cacao, and discover handmade crafts. Cruise the Tortuguero Canals, spotting sloths, monkeys, caimans, and tropical birds in their natural habitat. End the day at Playa Bonita, enjoying the ocean and Caribbean flavors at your own pace. A hands-on experience of wildlife, local culture, and coastal life.

Experience all the best of what Costa Rica's Caribbean side has to offer during this 6-in-1 tour from Puerto Limón. Part history, part wildlife, part city, part nature, you'll have a chance to delve into the Afro-Caribbean culture that defines the region and enjoy the tropical landscape in which it's set.

Combine a jungle cruise with a zipline adventure on a tour that explores the Tortuguero Canal and lush rainforest, giving you sweeping views of ‘Costa Rica’s Amazon’ from 11 zipline cables and 12 platforms. Dense foliage can make wildlife hard to see from the forest floor, but taking in the rainforest from the water and air gives you the perfect vantage point for spotting everything from howler monkeys to crocodiles.

Step into the heart of nature and culture with a one-of-a-kind journey through the ancestral lands of the Bribri people. Our tour offers more than just sightseeing — it’s an invitation to connect deeply with the indigenous heritage, stories, and way of life of one of Costa Rica’s oldest living cultures. Set in the lush landscapes of the Talamanca region, this experience takes you beyond the usual path. You’ll walk through sacred spaces, taste traditional snacks, learn about natural medicine, and hear powerful stories passed down through generations. Led by Bribri guides and community members, every moment is rooted in authenticity, respect, and cultural pride. What truly sets our tour apart is the opportunity to not just visit — but to engage. Come with an open heart, leave with a new perspective. Book your journey today and become part of a story that honors the land, the people, and the spirit of the Bribri tribe.

Hike through a cacao forest and learn all about sustainably-produced chocolate from bean to bar on this chocolate tour from Limon. Taste single-origin chocolates from around Costa Rica, try cacao in its pure ceremonial form, and even make your own bar in the “Chocolate Creation Lab.” At the end of the tour, you have the chance to purchase ethically-produced chocolate at a discounted price.

• Bribri Indigenous Village & Chocolate Experience Visit a local Bribri family to learn about ancestral customs, natural medicine, and traditional cacao preparation. Participate in a hands-on demonstration and enjoy tasting fresh organic chocolate made on-site. • Rainforest Waterfall Hike Explore the lush jungle on a guided walk to a hidden waterfall. Enjoy time to swim, relax, and soak in the serene natural surroundings. • Cahuita National Park Discover one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse parks on a scenic trail walk along the coastline. Spot monkeys, sloths, iguanas, colorful birds, and more in their natural habitat. • Local Cultural Interaction Gain insights into Afro-Caribbean culture through your local guide, with stories, traditions, and plenty of opportunities to engage with the people and flavors of the region.

Search for Cahuita National Park sloths and cruise the Tortuguero National Park canals on a full-day shore excursion from Puerto Limon that’s all about nature—from scenic hiking trails to a wildlife-spotting canal boat trip. Combining the two famed national parks makes the most of your limited travel time, while increasing the odds of sighting wildlife throughout the day. Round-trip transport ensures returning to your ship is a breeze.

Increase your odds of seeing sloths in the wild with this sloth-spotting tour from Puerto Limon. Head to two natural environments known for their large sloth populations: Cahuita National park and the Tortuguero Canals. Traveling with a guide also provides the benefit of commentary so you can learn about local wildlife as you go.

Enjoy three tours as part of this day-long experience. We are a 100% local rural tourism business certified by the Tourism Board of Costa Rica (ICT). Our multicultural roots with Afro-Caribbean and Bribri Indigenous ancestors lead us to preserve and share our rich heritage through authentic experiences. We follow the tradition of living in harmony with the land, promoting sustainable agriculture and community-based rural tourism.

Experience two of Costa Rica's most remarkable natural attractions in one unforgettable shore excursion. Explore the world-famous Veragua Rainforest aboard an open-air tram, walk through pristine tropical rainforest with a professional naturalist guide, and discover why National Geographic Traveler called Veragua "the cream of the cream of the rainforest." Continue your adventure with a relaxing boat cruise through the famous Tortuguero Canals, often referred to as Costa Rica's Amazon, where you may spot sloths, monkeys, toucans, crocodiles, and other wildlife. Designed specifically for cruise guests, this tour combines rainforest scenery, wildlife viewing, and Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity in a comfortable and memorable experience.

Curious travelers who want to learn more about Costa Rica’s indigenous cultures will enjoy this private half-day shore excursion from Limon. After being picked up from the cruise port, head to an indigenous reserve, where you’ll meet a shaman and learn about medicinal plants and local chocolate production. Experience a cleansing ritual, then head to some beautiful waterfalls for a refreshing swim and some relaxation.

Discover the living culture of the Bribri people in Watsi Delve into an authentic experience that connects you to the ancestral history and wisdom of the Bribri indigenous people. He knows his traditional way of life, his clothing made with natural fibers, hunting instruments and the sacred use of medicinal plants. At Casa Usure, a sacred place, you will learn about its worldview and creation of life. The favorite part, the cocoa process : you will make everything from scratch and grind with the indigenous women, and then enjoy a delicious chocolate accompanied by Creole bananas. You will also try a typical lunch served in leaves, as they do. To close the day, we will visit a waterfall, where in addition to cooling off you can observe poisonous frogs, the same ones that the indigenous people used to poison their spears. End this magical experience by drinking a pipe water in the middle of nature. A cultural, natural and transformative experience that will remain in your heart.

Duration: 5–6 hours | Type: Shared Tour | Language: English & Spanish Jungle Trails, Wildlife Encounters & Refreshing Waterfalls Embark on a scenic adventure that blends Costa Rica’s coastal rainforest, wildlife, and natural beauty. Start your journey at Cahuita National Park, one of the country’s most biodiverse coastal reserves. Enjoy a guided walk along flat, shaded trails, perfect for spotting monkeys, sloths, raccoons, iguanas, butterflies, and a variety of tropical birds—all while enjoying views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea. After your jungle experience, head inland to visit a hidden waterfall, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim or simply relax in nature’s tranquility.

Discover Costa Rica’s exotic wonders while in port in Limon on this 5-hour tour of the Cahuita National park. Enjoy a nature walk through the Brisas de la Jungla rainforest; spot wildlife such as howler monkeys, sloths, red dart frogs, and toucans; and visit a traditional banana plantation. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

With just one day in port in Limón, discover Costa Rica’s exotic wildlife and spot toucans, howler monkeys, iguanas, red dart frogs, and much more. This shore excursion combines two spectacular wildlife experiences—a cruise down the Tortuguero canal and a nature walk through the Brisas de la Jungla rainforest. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

Get to know Costa Rica’s Caribbean province on a private full-day tour of Limon and its surroundings. Start with a Limon city tour, then take a scenic coastal drive to Cahuita National Park where you experience the rain forest and beach during a short nature walk. You’ll also look for wildlife, visit a banana plantation, and take a boat cruise through the Tortuguero canals.

The tour begins with a walk in Cahuita National Park, a paradise of wildlife and nature. You will have the chance to see amazing animals such as monkeys, sloths, coatis and more. You will also learn about the history and culture of the South Caribbean. After the walk, we will visit the Bri-Bri Tribe, an indigenous community that lives in harmony with nature and preserves its ancestral traditions and knowledge. You will learn about their use of plants and their culture. You will also witness the traditional preparation of cacao, the sacred food of the gods. You will taste the delicious chocolate and learn about it. Next, we will enjoy a mouthwatering lunch prepared by a Bri-Bri cook in a very traditional way where you will savor the flavors of the local cuisine. Finally, we will go to the Ma-Cu Waterfall, a hidden gem in the jungle. You will have the opportunity to relax in the refreshing pool and eat some fresh fruit. We will end the day with fresh coconut water to hydrate your body.

Learn about one of Costa Rica’s indigenous populations first-hand with this tour to the largest Bribri community in the country. See how traditions like plant medicine and cacao ceremonies still thrive today—you can even taste handmade chocolate for yourself. Then, take a dip in a local waterfall before returning to your hotel.