Tortuguero National Park Canal Kayaking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Embark on a kayaking adventure through the remote and narrow canals of Tortuguero National Park. Paddle through calm waters surrounded by a dense tropical forest , where the only sounds are the gentle splash of your oars and the chorus of the fauna that surrounds you.

Accompanied by an experienced and bilingual guide, venture into the most beautiful areas of the National Park, where human presence is minimal and nature abounds. You can take a close look at the flora and fauna that make Tortuguero such a special place, including rare birds, monkeys, reptiles and other wild animals.

Remembering that everything will depend on 100% of Nature, which nature allows us to see.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tortuguero Life Tours

Enjoy a unique kayaking experience through the Tortuguero canals, surrounded by nature and wildlife.The guides are native, knowledgeable about every corner, and with your reservation you directly support the local families of the community.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Includes the tour, arrangement of the Guide 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Vests for your safety, oars, kayak, seats for kayaks.

Admission to Tortuguero National Park is not included, it cost $17 P/P

Options

Tortuguero National Park Canal Kayaking Tour

Reviews

5.00

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fabulous experience
V7078XNannar,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yesterday, we took a night tour of the jungle with Don Yoyi, and it was just amazing. We saw a wide variety of animals, including many reptiles and amphibians. The thrill of exploring the jungle at night was unique. This morning, we enjoyed a canoe tour of the canals with guide Liroy. It was very, very fun and allowed us to appreciate the natural beauty of Tortuguero from a different perspective. Without a doubt, this experience is something that is not lived every day and we recommend it to everyone. We thank Engel for its excellent organization and the guides for their passion and knowledge. You can't miss it!
FAVOLOUS
Viola D,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One of the best experiences of my life, Angel and Leroy were fantastic, I hope everyone can share this experience with them.
We were taken in by...
Jari A,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were taken care of by angel, a very nice sympathetic enthusiastic youngster who just started this business, he explained everything well and had arranged it well. We ended up doing the tour with Pablo, a real local who spoke good English and knew all about the jungle, animals and his birthplace. Within a second Pablo had also spotted all the animals present at that spot. And we really saw a lot of animals. We had the tour for 2.5 hours but stayed longer in the jungle because Pablo and we had super fun in the jungle. This tour is highly recommended!
Great price for a full day of fun
sietsemanning,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We hired kayaks from Engel and discovered Torteguero on our own pace. A really fun add on when a tour guide has already shown you around (we did 2 tours before).
2.5-hour morning canoe tour with Leroy
399brittam,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the morning tour with Leroy and were absolutely thrilled. We wanted almost all the animals and also found them with his eagle's eye.
Kayaking trip in Tortuguero
nicolasgL2406RH,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great kayak trip, during which we saw many animals thanks to our guide. Clear explanations in Spanish and English. I highly recommend it.
Beautiful tour even in rain
Dream02383990736,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The canoe trip through the mangroves was very nice. We have seen caimans, iguanas and various birds. The guide was a super nice and humorous young man who told us a lot of interesting things about the region and the animals. Despite the cloudy skies, we didn't think it necessary to take our rain capes with us, which turned out to be a mistake. Shortly after departure it started to rain in torrents and only stopped shortly before the end of the tour. Fortunately, you hardly freeze in the temperatures there. Somehow it was also a particularly great experience, especially through the rain. Nevertheless, we recommend packing a cape for safety reasons. 😃 We definitely recommend the tour!
AMAZING
Trip24416734279,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience We were very well received by Engel We went around with Pablo and had the chance to discover the local flora and fauna Really an amazing experience with great people I recommend
Kayak and Canoe trip 2 days in a row! :)
michaelwC7091GB,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Small local business with great service and great people. Had a great experience on our canoe and kayak trip. Many animals and amazing nature. Owner helps in any way he can and is very reliable.
Excellent & friendly service!
Dreamer38811572040,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tortuguero Life Tours really helped us spend a lovely time in Tortuguero. On our first day they - unprompted - helped us find our Airbnb, and refused to accept payment or a tip. They rented us boots for a night walk, and then organized kayaks for an early morning tour. Their instructions on where to go allowed us to have a fantastic tour and see lots and lots of animals.