Crocodile Jungle River Safari & Puntarenas Cultural Highlights

Name: Crocodile Jungle River Safari & Puntarenas Cultural Highlights
Brand: Viator
Price: 129 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (19 reviews)

4.8(19)6 hoursEnglish, SpanishBook 4 hours aheadPuntarenas, Costa Rica

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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.

Included

WiFi on board
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

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified

What you'll do

Visit a private area where the famous white-faced monkeys arrive every day
An up-close experience with wildlife in its purest form.
30 minAdmission included
Try the sweetest tropical fruits in the region, straight from the hands of local
farmers who are proud to share their harvests.
15 min
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!
1 hourAdmission included
Enjoy lunch at one of the best local restaurants on the coast, featuring fresh meats, vegetables, and fruits
40 min
Enjoy a stop at one of Costa Rica’s top-quality souvenir shops, where you’ll fin
d a wide selection of handicrafts, local products, and gifts to take home. You can also sample some of the country’s best coffee.
30 min
The final stop will be a city tour, where you’ll visit the local fish market, th
e town’s oldest church, and the famous Puntarenas ferry before returning to your cruise.

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

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.

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Cariari San Jose
Pan American Highway, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Ecological Inn
San Jose Sabana 250 Sur De La Torre Universal, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Sabana Inn
Avenida 6, Calle 38 Del Parqueo de Yamuni 125 Metros al Norte, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Lux High Hotel
Calle 9, Ave. 1, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Tamarindo Diria Costa Rica
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Hotel Rio Mar
Calle El Roble, El Roble, Costa Rica
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The Victorian Hotel
30 & 28 Street, Paseo Colon, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Sabana Studios
200 Norte De Hotel Columbus, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Pura Vida Apartment
Restaurante La Casona Del Pollo, La Ribera, Costa Rica
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Hotel Colinas Altavista
Calle Alta Vista, Rosario, Costa Rica
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Casa Vista Grande
Contiguo Iglesia Catolica, Aserri, Costa Rica
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Hyatt Place San Jose Pinares
Plaza Momentum Pinares, Carr Vieja A Cartago, Curridabat, Costa Rica
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Green Valley Hotel Boutique
Guayabos de Curridabat Calle 121, Urbanizacion San Angel, Curridabat, Costa Rica
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Ananta Wellness & Retreat
Vasquez de Coronado del Lagar 150 mts. Norte, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Terrazas Boutique
Calle 41 100 Mts Oeste de Iglesia Fatima Diagonal al Instituto Cultural Mexicano, Sabanilla, Costa Rica
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Luxhigh Hotel & Casino
1st Ave & 9th St, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Rio
Av Filiberto Sinfontes, Av 1A 50 Metros Este del BCR, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
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Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Transversal 11, Southwest Side from Parque de la Paz, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Villa Ilusion
Del Cruce 750 Este Sobre Ruta 32 Santa Elena, San Jeronimo, Costa Rica
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Hotel Santo Tomas
Avenida 7, Calles 3 y 5, Casa 372, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Inca Real
Avenue 11 Streets 3 & 3B, Barrio Amón, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Vesuvio
Avenida 11, Calle 13-15, Barrio Otoya, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Taormina Hotel and Casino
Avenida 11 Calle 3 Bis, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Los Diamantes
Entre Avenida 8 y 10 Calle 10, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hostal Canarias
Dra Karen Solano - Implantes Dentales, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Cocori
Calle 16, Avenida 3, 250 m. North of San Juan de Dios Hospital, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
City Place, San Jose, Costa Rica
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BluRose Hotel
Calle 9, No. 677 Paseo de Estudiantes, Contiguo Casa del Tornillo, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Balmoral
Av. Central entre calle 7 y 9, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Nuevo Hotel Rialto
Av. 1, Calles 8 y 10, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Main Avenue, Streets 1st & 3rd, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Zona Two
Calle 3A Av 9 Barrio Amon Diagonal de INVU, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Doral
Avenida 4, Calles 6 y 8, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel El Descanso
WWM6+G8V, San Bosco, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel La Amistad
Calle 15 Avenida 11, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Kekoldi Garden
Avenida 9, between Calle 5 and 7, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Le Bergerac Boutique
Calle 35 Los Yoses entre avenida 8 y central, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Kaps Place
#1142 Street 19, Between Avenues 11 & 13 Barrio Aranjuez, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Villa Tournon
Calle 3, Avenida 15, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Villa Tournon
Trans. 7, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Aranjuez
Street 19, Corner of Avenue 11 and 13, 200 Meters North, 200 Meters ouest and 25 south from the Santa Teresita Church, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Presidente
Avenida Central, Calle 7, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Nuevo Maragato Hotel & Hostel
Avenida Central, Entre Calles 1 Y 3 Antiguo Hotel Gran Via, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Calle Central, Y Tercera, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Boutique Hotel Casa Orquideas
Avenida Central Calles 35 y 37, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Cabinas San Miguel Arcangel
Parada de Terminal Transporte Unidos, 25 Metros Norte 75 Este, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
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Hotel Diamante
Calle 8 Y 10. Avenida 8, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Dona Ines
Calle 11 Entre Avenida 2 & 6, Behind La Soledad Church, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Colonial
Calle 11, Avenidas 2 y 6, Behind La Soledad Cathedral, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Plaza
Central Avenue between 2nd and 4th street, Central Avenue Boulevard, San Jose, Costa Rica
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

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

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

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