A full day at the Jaguar Rescue Center with Cahuita National Park Discount Tickets

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Overview

This full-day tour takes you to two of the region’s top highlights: the Jaguar Rescue Center and Cahuita National Park — a perfect mix of conservation, education, and nature exploration. Jaguar Rescue Center Visit Start your adventure at the renowned Jaguar Rescue Center near Puerto Viejo. Although it doesn’t house jaguars year-round, the center rescues and rehabilitates a wide range of local wildlife, including: · Sloths, monkeys, toucans, ocelots, parrots, and more · Insightful guided tour with expert wildlife caretakers · Learn about animal rescue efforts, rehabilitation, and rewilding Cahuita National Park Guided Walk Next, head to Cahuita National Park, a coastal rainforest reserve famous for its flat trails, white-sand beaches, and abundant wildlife. · Easy walk along the beachside trail · Spot howler monkeys, capuchins, iguanas, raccoons, and sloths in the wild · Learn about local flora, fauna, and Afro-Caribbean culture from your guide

Pickup Information

Your tour begins inside the pier, where our guides will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name. Look for our red shirts for easy identification. We offer pickup right inside the pier, so there’s no need to walk outside the facilities. Timing: Tours are scheduled 30 minutes after your ship docks, with the earliest tour starting at 8:00 AM. As the best local tour operator, we guarantee your return to the cruise ship

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Puerto Limon
Take in the highlights of Costa Rica’s Caribbean region during a drive through coastal towns rich in culture and history. As you travel, your guide will provide an introduction to Costa Rica, its diverse geography, cultural roots, and development as a peaceful, nature-oriented country. You'll also gain insight into the province of Limón, shaped by Afro-Caribbean heritage, maritime trade, and the legacy of immigrant communities that continue to define the region’s identity today.
2. Mangrove Souvenir and Fruit Shop
Make a stop at a local fruit stand to explore some of Costa Rica’s most iconic tropical treats. Savor sweet pineapple, juicy papaya, mini bananas, crispy platanitos, refreshing watermelon, and freshly cut coconut. You’ll also have the opportunity to try smooth Costa Rican coffee, renowned worldwide for its quality and rich flavor. Right next to the fruit stand, there’s also a small souvenir shop with handmade crafts and local products. You’ll find great gift ideas, including magnets, wooden carvings, and bags of Costa Rica’s famous high-quality coffee, known worldwide for its smooth flavor and rich aroma.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Jaguar Rescue Center
Is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and care of injured, sick, and orphaned wildlife. During your guided visit, you'll observe animals like sloths, monkeys, reptiles, birds, and amphibians in recovery, while learning about the center’s mission to return as many of them as possible to the wild. The facility also cares for animals that, due to health or behavioral conditions, cannot be released and are given lifelong sanctuary in natural surroundings. The center supports conservation, research, and environmental education, and your visit directly contributes to this important work. A meaningful and inspiring stop for wildlife lovers.
Duration: 90 mins
4. Cahuita National Park
This scenic 2-kilometer trail takes you on a guided walk through lush secondary forest, offering the chance to experience Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity up close. Along the way, you’ll enjoy beautiful landscapes and a variety of tropical flora and fauna. The trail is especially known for its frog species, including the striking red dart frog (Oophaga pumilio), as well as common sightings of howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and both species of Costa Rican sloths (two- and three-toed). Bird lovers can spot toucans, oropendolas, tanagers, hummingbirds, great kiskadees, and more. Squirrels, butterflies, and other fascinating creatures also fill this vibrant ecosystem.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Cahuita
We’ll stop at a relaxed local restaurant where you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious Caribbean-style lunch. Try traditional dishes like coconut rice and beans, grilled fish with lime, chicken in rich Caribbean sauce, or crispy patacones, all prepared with regional flavors. Pair your meal with a fresh fruit juice or a cold local beer. Please note: lunch is not included in the tour price, and this stop is optional.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Bottled water

On-board WiFi

Entrance Fee to Jaguar Rescue Center and Cahuita National Park

All Fees and Taxes

In-vehicle air conditioning

Bilingual tour guide

Exclusion

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Syl Travel Day Tours

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