Tour of Limon Highlights - 6 in 1 Combo Experience

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6 hours (approx.)

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Sightseeing/City Tour Archaeological/Cultural Adventure Hiking/Nature Walk Wildlife/Nature Boat/Yacht Skip The Line

Overview

Your breath-taking adventure begins with a relaxing drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside in air-conditioned transportation for up to 20 passengers due we operate small groups in order to provide a professional and personalized service. Your guide will point out many sights of interest including cocoa, achiote, Ilan Ilan trees, diverse fruit stands and rural farming communities. During this tour you will enjoy:

1) A short City Tour: History records that in 1502 Christopher Columbus landed in Costa Rica at the place known as Puerto Limón. The country's port par excellence thanks to import and export traffic, Limón now has the facilities to receive cruise ships as well. The city's old quarter has the characteristics of a historical centre and is currently under urban renovation with the restoration of buildings and a pedestrian walkway from Parque Vargas to the market.

2) A visit to Cahuita National Park (Rainforest & Beaches): Located at just 60 minutes from the Pier, Cahuita, from the indigenous worlds kawe or mahogany and ta or point, was created in 1970 to protect the country’s largest coral reef. One hundred twenty-three species of fish have been listed here, along with a variety of corals and other invertebrates. The park also protects an example of the tropical moist forest, along with swamps forest and marshland. Cahuita is a perfect place for those who want to enjoy a beautiful tropical beach, rain forest, and abundant wildlife. Upon arrival to Cahuita Town, we will get into the park for a 45 minutes nature walk to enjoy the rich biodiversity of the area, along a flat and shady trail that runs along the shoreline. Monkeys, Sloths, Iguanas, Toucans, Colourful Frogs, and many other species are very common to see during this tour. This is a very easy walk for all, from kids to seniors.

3) Visit a Banana Plantation, where many interesting facts about this amazing fruit will be explained: The Crop, harvesting, processing, packing, and exportation. Costa Rica is the second largest banana producer in the world and 80% of the plantations are located in Limon province, becoming one of the most important economic activities in the region. Note: In this tour, we visit the plantations. Not the packing houses as they are private properties and we are not allowed in. Our guide will explain from the side road about the activity.

4) Coastal Drive: Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Puerto Limon coastline during the bus drive to the different attractions.

5) The Tortuguero Canals: Board your covered boat for a 60-minute leisurely cruise through the jungle canals. Your guide explains the rainforest ecosystem and points out sights of interest. Keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, many sloths, toucans, aquatic birds, bats, and crocodiles as well as exotic flora.

6) Enjoy the Souvenirs Stores & Shopping: During our Limon Highlights tour, you will enjoy different souvenirs stores. The Caribbean enjoys a diversity of cultures: Afro-Costa Rican, Bribri and Cabécar, Asian, Italian and Central American, among others. Besides food, the region features a collection of cultural activities and traditions that also differentiate it from the rest of the country.

Taking part in this amazing tour, you will become an expert about the rich cultural heritage and ecological resources of the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Don't miss it!

What's Included

Air-conditioned transportation
Jungle boat cruise
Visit Cahuita National Park
Shopping

Considerations

Food and drinks are not included (except where stated)
Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash
Please note that in Costa Rica there is some confusion about ship time vs. local time. Please see your purser on your ship to clarify whether your ship changes its time to local time so you do not miss your excursion. Also, check the daily itinerary which is delivered the evening before arriving into port. As each ship is ruled by its captain, it is your responsibility to confirm this while you are sailing

Special Instructions

Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, a hat, and your camera
The nature walk is approximately 45 minutes

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.

Tour Times: Tour time will be confirmed on your voucher to best fit your itinerary

Hassle-free

Cancellation

6 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

Moderate

Tour of Limon Highlights - 6 in 1 Combo Experience

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