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River Boat Safari and San José (Post)

Post-programme

Price from

£286

Duration
2
Season

Spring (Apr - May)

Min. number
10 travellers
Booking code
PASPOST23

Look out for crocodiles and tropical birds on a river boat safari through the Costa Rican rainforest.
  • Cruise along the Tárcoles River through the lush Costa Rican jungle

  • Discover a rich mangrove ecosystem home to crocodiles and birds like the Scarlet Macaw and Great Heron

  • Enjoy a typical casado lunch and an overnight stay in Costa Rica’s vibrant capital, San José


Day 1: Enjoy a day on the river 

After disembarkation in Puntarenas, we’ll take you to Costa Rica´s Pacific coast, near the Carara National Park, where you’ll begin your river boat safari along the Tárcoles River.  

The river is home to the richest mangrove forest on the mid-Pacific coast. Here, four different types of trees create a lush habitat for over 250 species of birds, including kingfishers, anhingas, Roseate Spoonbills and Great Herons. It’s also the most important conservation area in the country for the vibrant Scarlet Macaw. Look out for the many wild crocodiles that line the riverbanks. This area has one of the largest colonies in the world.  

Afterwards, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch before being transferred to your hotel in San José. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. 

Day 2: Back to San José 

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, your Post-Programme comes to an end.  

Please note that the order of sights might vary 

Practical information

Included
  • Transfer from the pier in Puntarenas to San José, including a river boat tour, lunch and an English-speaking guide 

  • One night at a hotel in San José with breakfast 

Not included
  • Dinner and gratuities.

Remarks and requirements
  • This tour is available as a Post-Programme in combination with expedition cruises ending in Puntarenas.  

  • This tour starts on the day of disembarkation in Puntarenas. 

  • This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. 

  • If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the tour up to 6 weeks before departure. 

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