Top Caribbean Coast Sightseeing Tours

Venture through this natural wonderland with someone who has an intimate connection to the land, its history, and its wildlife. Your knowledgeable guide, deeply rooted in the culture and environment of the region, offers more than just a tour; Shiloh provides a unique perspective that brings the refuge to life. This journey is about more than just visual splendor—it’s about immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and stories that make the Gandoca-Manzanillo Refuge truly unforgettable.

Do you want to discover what happens at night in one of the most interesting and important ecosystems in Costa Rica? The nocturnal humid tropical forest awaits you! A guide with experience in night walks, will take you to live two hours of mystery and suspense with what we can find on this night tour.

Don’t miss out on the only Clear Kayak Tour in Punta Uva, where magic meets adventure. Glide through the peaceful waters, surrounded by the lush jungle and pristine Caribbean coast. You'll learn about the fascinating wildlife, unique trees, and rich history of Costa Rica’s South Caribbean, experiencing a side of Punta Uva most visitors never see. Kayak in the sea and explore the serene estuary. If the ocean is too rough, no worries—we’ll hike to a magical viewpoint and hidden cave, ensuring you still soak up the beauty and wonder of this enchanting place.

Embark on a fun and exciting journey through one of the most beautiful places in Costa Rica’s South Caribbean, focused on spotting and learning about sloths and all the amazing wildlife that lives in this region. We believe that connecting people with nature is essential to a great experience and we aim to be the bridge that supports that connection. We strive to customize each tour to the interests and pace of our guests to create a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere for all ages. More than just enjoying the scenery, we want you to leave with a true connection to the spirit of the Caribbean jungle - and for every guest to enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience that lasts long after the tour ends.

Take a canoe tour through the Tortuguero wetlands, home to a wide variety of local wildlife, with this small-group tour, led by a professional guide. While it's hard to predict what kind of animals you might see on any given day, monkeys, sloths, alligators, and birds are all possibilities.

On the canoe tour we will be able to enjoy the water channels of the Tortuguero National Park, the largest wetland in the country, where we will try to find animals such as monkeys, iguanas, birds, caimans, and basilisks. An ideal tour to clear your mind and enjoy nature.

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 the magic of the Tortuguero jungle in the night light. This night tour will allow you to explore the jungle when most animals wake up and become active. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you could observe vibrantly colored frogs, snakes, frogs, sloths and many other wildlife secrets that are only revealed at sunset. An authentic, safe and adventure-filled experience that connects you to nature in a unique and unforgettable way.

If you're visiting Costa Rica between the months of July and October, you'll want to experience Tortuguero National Park on this guided evening tour. At the park, which is located in Limón Province on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, you'll learn about the life cycle of sea turtles. Tortuguero is one of their main nesting beaches. Here, you'll get to witness the spawning processes.

Discover the best of Limón on a unique shore excursion combining nature, culture, and wildlife. Start with a scenic coastal drive to the Tortuguero Canals, known as the “Amazon of Costa Rica” for their lush vegetation and incredible biodiversity. Board a comfortable pontoon boat and watch for orchids, water lilies, sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, caimans, basilisk lizards, and tropical birds. After the boat tour, enjoy fresh local fruits. Continue to a botanical garden and banana plantation to learn about cultivating bananas, chocolate, and coffee. Then visit Cahuita National Park for a guided hike where your English‑speaking guide helps you spot wildlife in its natural habitat. You’ll also have time to swim or walk along the beach. Finish with a stop at a local fruit stand to taste pineapple, watermelon, and bananas then will take a drive through the coast line for a city tour, then return to the starting point at port of Limon!!

1. Canoe tour: Duration 2 hours On the canoe tour we can navigate the Tortuguero canals, observe a wide variety of animals, and enjoy a privileged view. 2. Night Tour (November to June) or Turtle Spawning (July to October): Duration 2 hours With the help of the best certified guides, we will be able to walk in the forest during the night, and observe the animals that interact in the dark. 3. Tour viewpoint: Duration 2 hours It is a small dormant volcano that formed approximately 1.8 billion years ago, has an altitude of 119 meters. On this tour, we will reach the highest point of the Caribbean coast, where we will enjoy a spectacular view. 4. Hike trail day: Duration 2 hours On the day walk we will enter the trails of the national park and we will appreciate a great variety of flora and fauna.

Explore Punta Uva with a local guide who is passionate about sharing the wildlife, nature, and culture of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. As we kayak through the rainforest estuary and visit hidden corners of Punta Uva, I'll help you spot sloths, monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife that many visitors overlook. Because this is a private experience, we can move at your pace, take time for photos, answer your questions, and enjoy genuine conversations about the local environment and way of life. Perfect for couples, families, photographers, and nature lovers looking for a relaxed, authentic adventure beyond a typical kayak tour.

After pickup at the pier, a short drive will take you deep inside the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica. Along the way, our professional tour guide will explain many facts about our country, including history, economy, biodiversity, politics and many other aspects more. Once arrival to Veragua rainforest, get ready for explore a pristine ecosystem. You will stroll along easily accessible trails to the tram. You will then enter an open-air gondola system that will take you through the primary rain forest past 300-year-old trees and down to the riverbank. You will then walk the Trail of the Giants, so named for the huge trees lining the riverbank or op to hike on the Puma Waterfall trail. Ride the tram to the top station and visit the biological research station. After Veragua, visit Tortuguero Canal. The canals that lead to the Tortuguero National Park begin in the Puerto Moin sector, just 5 miles from the center of the Limon province. Here enjoy many wildlife species such as sloths.

1. Night Jungle : Duration 2 hours With the help of the best certified guides, we will be able to walk in the forest at night, and observe the animals that interact in the dark. 2. Canoe Tour : Duration 2 hours On the canoe tour we can navigate the Tortuguero canals, observe a wide variety of animals, and enjoy a privileged view. 3. Turtle Spawning Tour: Duration 2 hours (July to October) Live a unique experience witnessing the spawning of the Green Turtle on the beaches of Tortuguero. On a guided night walk, you will witness one of the most impressive natural spectacles in the world. ✨ Unforgettable experience National Park Trails (November to June) The opportunity to tour Tortuguero National Park with an expert guide who will help you identify and observe fauna in total freedom. Every hike is different, as the tropical forest always surprises with monkeys, sloths, reptiles and birds in its natural environment.

In this activity you can enjoy the mangroves of Tortuguero National Park. The activity starts very early in the morning where you can have a small snack consisting of coffee or tea, cookies and fruit before leaving. In this activity it is very common to see animals such as alligators, iguanas, birds, white-faced monkeys and howlers and some mammals, so you have to be very attentive to the sounds and small details of the environment.

Discover the natural beauty and cultural history of Cahuita National Park on an engaging and informative hike led by a local native naturalist certified guide. Explore scenic trails along the Caribbean coastline, with opportunities to spot monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and colorful birdlife. More than just a wildlife walk, this experience offers a deeper insight into local traditions, plant uses, and the unique balance between forest and sea — all shared by a bilingual guide with lifelong roots in the area.

A fascinating experience for foodies and culture lovers alike, this chocolate experience takes you into an indigenous village where you’ll learn about Bribri culture. You’ll learn all about their community and lifestyle from your guide. A tasty part of the visit includes an overview of the chocolate making process during which you’ll also have the opportunity to make your own chocolate pieces. End your tour with a swim at a nearby waterfall.

This Tortuguero Canals tour is a Limon classic. Drive along the coast, visit a fruit stand and banana plantation, and take a quick stop at the beach on your way to the Tortuguero Canals, a popular wildlife destination full of tropical plants and animals. Going with a guided tour keeps you on-time and organized for easy sightseeing.

We seek to offer a unique experience that you can remember for the rest of your life, passion, commitment and dedication will make this adventure an indelible memory in your memory. Tortuguero is a magical place, its places, its residents, animals and landscapes will transport you to a new reality. Our commitment is to help and share our reality, we have local guides and certified residents the best gateway to the information and history of our Tortuguero National Park. We also see the magical process of the nesting of the green sea turtle in its natural habitat, with an expert guide who will explain each stage of the process and take care of the environment so as not to disturb the species.

Step into a living world of ancestral knowledge, sustainable farming, and spiritual connection with nature. This immersive cultural experience takes you deep into the Bribri Indigenous Territory, where you'll be welcomed by a local Bribri family dedicated to preserving their traditions through a powerful, community-led project. Led by a certified native guide (bilingual – English & Spanish), this journey goes far beyond sightseeing — it’s a true cultural exchange rooted in respect, authenticity, and storytelling. One of the most cherished highlights of your visit is the opportunity to take part in traditional Bribri artisanal chocolate making, using techniques and spiritual practices that have been passed down for generations.

Active, nature-loving travelers will enjoy a day of kayaking on the Gandoca Lagoon, a mangrove forest on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Your guide will keep you going in the right direction and will point out animals you might otherwise miss, such as caimans, sloths, and more. Enjoy the peace and quiet in an uncrowded natural area, and get the chance to ask your guide questions.

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.

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.

Sail the quiet canals of Tortuguero National Park in an electric motor canoe, ideal for enjoying local wildlife without the noise of traditional boats or the fatigue of rowing as in normal canoes. This 2 hour 30 minute tour allows you to observe alligators, monkeys, birds and reptiles in their natural habitat, while a professional guide shares his knowledge about the ecosystem. Take stunning photos of the lush landscapes and immerse yourself in the experience of nature without the effort of paddling. Perfect for families, seniors and all those looking for an authentic connection to the natural environment. - Silent sailing with electric motorboat to avoid noise - Observe alligators, monkeys, birds and reptiles in their natural habitat - Learn about local fauna with a professional guide - Ideal for families, couples, seniors and nature lovers