Crocodile Jungle River Safari & Puntarenas Cultural Highlights Discount Tickets

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Overview

This experience is specially designed for cruise travelers who want to see the very best of Costa Rica in just one day. From close encounters with playful white-faced monkeys to tasting tropical fruits straight from local farmers, every stop offers something authentic and memorable. Glide along the Tarcoles River to spot giant crocodiles and colorful birds, then enjoy a delicious traditional lunch at a coastal restaurant. Shop for handicrafts, local products, and world-famous Costa Rican coffee before ending with a Puntarenas city tour.

Pickup Information

Your tour begins at the main gate of the pier, where our guides will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name. Look for our red shirts for easy identification. Timing: Tours are scheduled 30 minutes after your ship docks, and the earliest tour starts 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. W7R9+6V4
Visit a private area where the famous white-faced monkeys arrive every day. An up-close experience with wildlife in its purest form.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Frutería el Shalom
Try the sweetest tropical fruits in the region, straight from the hands of local farmers who are proud to share their harvests.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching Tour/ Tarcoles River CR
The Highlight of the day, a boat ride in the Tarcoles River, this boat ride take on hour, a great place for nature! You will have chances to see Crocodiles, birds, and more!
Duration: 60 mins
4. La Fiesta Del Marisco # 3 sobre la ruta 27
Enjoy lunch at one of the best local restaurants on the coast, featuring fresh meats, vegetables, and fruits.
Duration: 40 mins
5. El Jardín Orotina
Enjoy a stop at one of Costa Rica’s top-quality souvenir shops, where you’ll find a wide selection of handicrafts, local products, and gifts to take home. You can also sample some of the country’s best coffee.
Duration: 30 mins
6. Puntarenas
The final stop will be a city tour, where you’ll visit the local fish market, the town’s oldest church, and the famous Puntarenas ferry before returning to your cruise.

Inclusion

On-board WiFi

All Fees and Taxes

Entrance fee to Jungle Crocodile Safari

Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in Puntarenas)

Port pickup and drop-off

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Bilingual tour guide

Exclusion

Food and drinks, unless specified

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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Minimum of 2 passengers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Comfortable clothes are recommended

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Tours departing from San José do not include stops at the Monkey House or a city tour in Puntarenas

Supplied by Syl Travel Day Tours

Reviews

4.8

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Based on 19 reviews

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