Top Limon Day Trips

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 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.

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.

Discover the vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture and rich wildlife of Costa Rica on this unforgettable 6-in-1 tour. Guided by a professional naturalist, you’ll explore the diverse wonders of Puerto Limon with a small group for a personalized experience. This tour is a perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure, offering a deep dive into the heart of the Caribbean coast.

See a wide variety of Costa Rica wildlife in one day on this Puerto Limon shore excursion to the Veragua Rainforest and the Tortuguero Canals, a top bird watching site. In addition to glimpsing animals while walking down nature trails and cruising the canals, visit interactive exhibits featuring tropical insects, reptiles and more. This tour also includes a visit to a banana plantation and a scenic lunch break.

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.

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.

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.

It offers a unique and memorable experience that combines wildlife, nature, and fun. You will get to see and learn about the amazing animals that are rescued and cared for at the Jaguar Rescue Center, and support their conservation efforts. You will also get to explore the stunning forest and beach of Punta Uva, where you can enjoy the beauty and diversity of Costa Rica’s nature. You will also get to taste some fresh and delicious fruits at Arrecife Beach, where you can relax and enjoy the views. This tour is a great way to experience the wild and wonderful side of Costa Rica, and have a lot of fun along the way!

Animal lovers will enjoy this small-group day tour to two top wildlife attractions on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Learn more about big cat conservation at Puerto Limón’s Jaguar Rescue Center, where you’ll get a close-up look at the animals. Continue to the Cahuita National Park, where you’ll see many species in their natural habitat, including various monkeys and sloths, if you’re lucky.

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.

Explore beyond the coast on this Puerto Limon shore excursion to Cahuita National Park. Take a quick look at Puerto Limon from a panoramic viewpoint before sailing down the tropical Tortuguero Canals in a covered boat en route to a banana plantation and Cahuita National Park. Enjoy a nature walk with your guide before returning to your ship at the port.

Enjoy a private experience along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast that combines a peaceful horseback ride with a guided wildlife walk in Cahuita National Park. Ride along quiet paths and the beach at a relaxed pace, on friendly, well-trained horses suited for all experience levels. After the ride, explore the park on foot with a naturalist guide, walking along shaded trails and the coastline while spotting white-faced monkeys, sloths, iguanas, raccoons, tropical birds, and butterflies. This private tour offers personalized attention and a balanced mix of outdoor activity, wildlife, and scenic beauty—ideal for nature lovers, couples, and families.

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.

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.

• 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.

If you love chocolate, nature and observing wild animals in their natural habitat such as monkeys, sloths and colored frogs, this is the perfect tour for you. During this tour, you will be visiting a traditional cocoa plantation near Cahuita Park in Puerto Limon. In this property, managed by a local family with more than 100 years of chocolate tradition, you will be able to know its history and how it has managed to survive through time. Accompanied by expert local guides, we will visit the cocoa plantations to learn about the plant, the cultivation techniques, its fruits, harvest, and processing of the seeds until we reach the final product: Chocolate. After this chocolate tour, continue the jorney to Tortuguero Canal, a place fully of wildlife species where the sloths in their natural habitat, are easy to see.

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.

Cahuita National Park is home to some of Costa Rica’s richest coral reefs, alongside a dense coastal jungle. Experience the park’s biodiversity on this tour, which provides easy transportation from Puerto Limon and offers a chance to glimpse wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, and blue herons. Explore the jungle, the marshes, and swim at one of the park’s white sand beaches.

Experience ecotourism at its best with a visit to Veragua Rainforest. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica's rich biodiversity to enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. In Veragua they say that if there's room enough to wiggle, you’ll find something wiggling there. Witness the truth of this statement firsthand while riding an aerial tram, hiking through the jungle and visiting various exhibitions that feature butterflies, frogs, and reptiles.

Discover Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife and lush landscapes! Begin with a scenic drive through the countryside, passing banana and chocolate plantations, before exploring Cahuita National Park, home to sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and more in their natural habitat. Next, enjoy a peaceful boat tour along the Tortuguero Canal, where sloths relax in trees near the water—perfect for amazing photos! As a certified eco-tour, we respect wildlife and offer a truly natural experience. Relax and take in the stunning Caribbean coast as you journey back.

When your cruise ship sails into Limon, make the most of your stint in Costa Rica on a half-day shore excursion to Tortuguero National Park, ideal for nature lovers. Look out for howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and more during a jungle canal cruise and take a tour of the Del Monte Banana Plantation. A snack of tropical fruit and port pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

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.