Paddle Your Way to Paradise: Kayak Tour in Tortuguero National Park
Explore Costa Rica’s wild side with a quiet, hands-on adventure through Tortuguero’s jungle canals.
Unleash your adventurous spirit and discover Tortuguero National Park by kayak—one of the most immersive ways to explore the park’s rich biodiversity. Known as a "jungle paradise," this region is home to a maze of calm, scenic canals surrounded by lush rainforest.
With a kayak tour in Tortuguero, you’ll glide silently through narrow waterways that motorboats can’t reach, giving you an up-close look at nature without disturbing it. Watch as spider monkeys swing overhead, caimans lounge on muddy banks, and colorful birds fill the sky with flashes of green, blue, and red.
🌿 Why Choose a Kayak Tour in Tortuguero?
Hands-On Exploration
Kayaking puts you in control—navigate remote canals at your own pace and feel truly connected to the environment.
Wildlife Up Close
The quiet, non-intrusive nature of a kayak allows you to see animals most tourists miss—like otters, turtles, green macaws, and poison dart frogs.
Tranquil Experience
Enjoy the serenity of the rainforest, with nothing but the sounds of birds, frogs, and the gentle dip of your paddle in the water.
🛶 Tips for a Great Kayaking Experience
Start Early or Late: Early morning and late afternoon offer the best light, cooler weather, and more wildlife activity.
Dress Smart: Quick-dry clothes, a hat, and water shoes work best.
Hydrate & Protect: Bring a reusable water bottle, use biodegradable sunscreen, and apply insect repellent.
Stay Alert: Wildlife moments can be fast and subtle—watch for movement in the trees and on the banks.
Pack Light Rain Gear: Tropical showers are short and sweet—and often make the jungle feel even more alive.
📍 Tour Information
Departure Point: Tortuguero Main Dock
Tour Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
Hotel Pickup: Available upon request for an extra fee
National Park Entrance: Not included. Purchase online via the SINAC website.
Whether you're a first-time paddler or a seasoned adventurer, this Tortuguero kayak tour offers an unforgettable mix of silence, scenery, and close encounters with Costa Rica’s most iconic wildlife.
Paddle into a world of wonder — this is Costa Rica at its most authentic.
