Adventure Canoe Tour in Tortuguero
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore the Magic of Tortuguero in Canoe
A unique experience in the heart of the rainforest!
Discover the stunning canals of Tortuguero aboard a traditional canoe, on a guided tour that connects you to nature in an intimate and sustainable way.
What can you see?
Howler monkeys, cappuccinos and sloths
Alligators, Turtles and Basilisks (Jesus Christ Lizards)
More than 300 species of birds: toucans, herons, fishermen's martins
Lush tropical vegetation: similar to mangroves, palms, giant ferns
Why canoe?
No engine noise – perfect for watching animals up close
Access to narrow channels where boats do not enter
Ideal for photos, relaxation and an authentic experience
100% eco-friendly and sustainable
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The accessible way to do the tour for people in a wheelchair is to be accompanied by another person in the canoe chair who will help as support.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Canoe plus equipment
Breakfast
National Park Ticket, Ticket Value $17
If a traveler is on the opposite side of the meeting point, he must pay for transportation to the starting point, Cost varies from $4 to $16
What To Expect
Tortuguero National Park
Our accredited Guide picks you up at the meeting point and provides you with information about the tour and we enter the aquatic channels of the PNT finding species such as Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans, Basilisks, Anteaters, Otters, Alligators and more
Options
Adventure Canoe Tour in Tortuguero
Pickup included
Reviews
70 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super fun canoe trip with good guide!
Caroline D,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super guide! Very nice and fun tour and definitely recommended! We also booked the night tour with him after this tour and this was also great. It is truly incredible how Antonio can find all the animals so quickly!
Soothing and full of animals
Anoushka L,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is highly recommended! You see a lot of animals from the canoe. We saw a caiman, lots of birds, a sloth, and even two raccoons. Especially the tour in the morning is very soothing.
Nice tour of the canal, good price, paddle-only
Petr M,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We had a good time with Leroy and saw quite a few different birds and two caymans despite the bad weather. Overall it was a nice tour that I don't regret, but I do have to dock at least 1 star: all the other passengers spoke Spanish, so Leroy was switching between Spanish and English, but clearly said a lot more in Spanish — it was practice for me but still a bit annoying at times. Other than that, all of us paddled since the boat had no motor — I think it was a nice experience, but it's definitely not for everyone and I got quite wet due to my sleeves being out of the raincoat at all times.
It's worth it, the canoe, the canoe, the view, everything!
JULIANA R,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very enjoyable the tour, our Nicaraguan canoe showed us many animals in addition to being a very nice and caring Cover. I highly indicate the tour and the Enterprise! Impermeable!
Canoe tour
Trip512129,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amasing tour!! We have seen so much animals. Our guide Antonio were very friendly and professional. We highly recommend !!
100% we would repeat again
36jordid,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Antonio was a great guide, especially he is very friendly and eager to help you in anything. Apart from the personal, it is a great guide where you can see the great knowledge you have of the area and the animals. Do not hesitate to contact him to make this tour. You rating his passion for his work and his knowledge. The guides in the area have a view that without them you would not see many of the animals.
Full contact with nature
konecita ,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience of full contact with nature, with Antonio’s plus he knows a lot and knows how to transmit it. Thanks to him I take a lot of information and the experience of having seen many animals (alligators, long-tails and many birds). Recommended!
SPECTACULAR EXPERIENCE
H5117WWanag,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's been one of the best experiences I've ever had. Our guide Antonio was instrumental in making our experience incredible. Thank you Antonio! We'll remember it all our lives
Canoe the canals and spawn
556ceciliai,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the canoe tour of the canals and the spawning of the turtles with Antonio de Tortutravel and it was a wonderful experience. In addition he was also in charge of coordinating our entry and exit from Tortuguero and everything was fantastic. Thank you very much for making us enjoy our visit to Tortuguero. Pura Vida!!!!
Guide Leroy (or "eagle eye")
Seaside13373805580,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went with guide Leroy (nickname "Eagle eye") and it was great! We had Crocodiles, kaaymans, many lizards, birds and a magical trip trough a small creek inside the forest. Leroy knew al plants and animals but was very relaxed. He let us ask questions and also saved some moments to listen to the forest. Big recommondation!
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