Puntarenas: all 16 tours and excursions for your cruise

Begin your journey in the scenic town of Sarchí, located in Costa Rica’s Central Valley. Known as the birthplace of the country’s finest wooden crafts, this charming town has a rich history of artisans decorating traditional oxcarts with intricate, colorful designs over the past century.Visit To A Local Souvenir StoreYour first stop is at a local shop where skilled artisans craft beautiful wooden souvenirs and create the iconic hand-painted oxcarts, a symbol of Costa Rican...

Depart from your ship aboard a motor coach heading towards the charming town of Esparza, one of the most picturesque rural towns in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region. Enjoy scenic views along the way.Experience Local Traditions at Central ParkUpon arrival, explore the town’s Central Park and historic church, which embody the hardworking spirit of rural Costa Rica. Local dancers dressed in vibrant costumes will welcome you with lively performances. Interact with the masquerades and...

Explore the conservation efforts to save and protect endangered wildlife species in Costa Rica during this fascinating, half-day excursion to the Natuwa Rescue Centre. Puntarenas, Aranjuez de Puntarenas, Natuwa Rescue CentreDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Aranjuez de Puntarenas. Upon arrival, visit the Natuwa Rescue Centre, a conservation charity with a mission to educate the public, and save and protect endangered wildlife species from extinction with...

This excursion is uniquely Costa Rican, filled with cultural tradition, exotic flora and fauna, and some of the best coffee in the world. Begin aboard your coach as a comfortable ride takes you through the pastoral countryside of the province of Puntarenas. See a wide variety of landscapes that include rich farmlands, lush forests and mountain views, as you approach the highlands of Naranjo, a site that is world-famous for the quality of its coffee. Driving for a scenic 90 minutes, arrive at the...

Tour the stunning Pura Vida Garden and discover the beauty of Costa Rica's Pacific coast as you take a relaxing pontoon boat trip through the tropical mangrove on this memorable full-day tour. Travel approximately one hour along the Guacalillo estuary and the Tárcoles River, near Carara National Park for your Eco Jungle cruise.The Tárcoles River estuary shelters four different species of mangroves that are filled with exotic birds such as egrets, herons, pelicans and frigate birds, some...

Discover the richness of the rainforest and see lush gardens on this excursion that brings you through the Cloud Forest, over incredible suspended bridges and floating through butterflies and hummingbirds. Depart the pier and drive 1.75 hours to San Luis Park, home to the Cloud Forest, where beautiful trails await your footsteps. Watch as you step and the most amazing shapes of green vegetation appear before your eyes.The tour starts with a short downhill walk that leads into an open hummingbird...

Explore the incredible wildlife at the De Natuwa Sanctuary at El Manantial, a Costa Rican wildlife conservation charity working to save and protect endangered species from extinction. Headquartered in Aranjuez de Puntarenas, Natuwa works with some of the most endangered native birds of Costa Rica, focusing on the rarest species and the most fragile habitats. Drive one hour to arrive at Natuwa, where the main focus of conservation are the Scarlet Macaw (Ara Macao) and the Great Green Macaw (Ara Ambigua),...

Begin with a scenic drive into the highlands of Alajuela Province, heading towards the renowned Rancho San Miguel, famous throughout the Americas for its purebred Andalusian horses and over 30 years of horse fiestas.Meet The Equine WorldUpon arrival, meet your expert guide who will introduce you to the world of mares and stallions, sharing insights into the history and significance of these magnificent horses.Enjoy The Fantasía Ecuestre ShowSit back and watch the spectacular Fantasía...

Begin with a comfortable drive along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast to the Tarcoles River, located near Carara National Park. Enjoy scenic views of the lush landscape en route. Explore The Mangrove EcosystemBoard your boat and cruise through the mangrove forests, home to four different species: tea, black, red, and white mangroves. These woody plants thrive in protected tropical coasts and create vital habitats for many endemic birds and wildlife. Wildlife Observation & BirdwatchingAs you...

Begin with a short downhill walk into a lush cloud forest, where vibrant green vegetation and spectacular plant species unfold around you, offering a mesmerizing natural landscape. Visit To The Hummingbird GardenEnter an open hummingbird garden, where numerous colorful, energetic birds gather. Watch their acrobatic aerial maneuvers and enjoy this captivating, up-close wildlife encounter. Cross The Suspended BridgesNext, embark on an adventurous segment of the tour as you reach the first of four...

Embark on a comfortable, scenic journey through the beautiful countryside of Puntarenas. Enjoy a diverse landscape featuring sprawling farmlands, lush forests, and stunning mountain vistas as you make your way toward the highlands.Visit To Hacienda & Beneficio La EvaArrive at La Eva, a 275-acre estate at the heart of Costa Rica’s coffee culture. Here, expert guides will walk you through each stage of coffee production—from hand-picking beans to brewing the perfect cup—highlighting...

Indulge your senses with the exquisite flora and fauna of a tropical rainforest during this half-day, river sightseeing excursion. Puntarenas, Tropical Rainforest, River-Wagon-RideDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive. Upon arrival and after a comfort stop, receive your safety and tour instructions, board your river-wagon (tractor-drawn wagon) and begin your narrated, jungle and river-wagon adventure. Experience the excitement of traveling through lush landscapes whilst...

This adventure takes visitors along the Tarcoles River, near Carara National Park. The area is known for its mangrove forests, holding within it four different species of mangroves: tea, black, red and white mangrove. Mangroves are a group of unrelated woody plants that grow in protected tropical coasts and that provide a great habitat for many endemic birds like the cuckoo, hummingbirds, vireo, Panama flycatchers and many herons and egrets. These areas are also home to over 250 species of birds,...

Connect with nature exploring the Tropical Forest Sky Walk located near the boundary of Carara Biological Reserve. Start your journey with a short, easy walk arriving at the first of three suspended cable bridges; each bridge stretches between 270 and 330 feet, and all skim the top of the spectacular rainforest, up to 126 feet above the ground.During the walk, which lasts just over an hour, visitors will be able to immerse in the sights of the forest below and around you, as they walk along ground...

Experience the excitement of traveling through luscious landscapes crossing the crystal waters of Tarcolitos River several times on a tractor-drawn wagon especially designed for your enjoyment of such natural splendor, while your tour guide acquaints you about this unforgettable rainforest experience at the Villa Lapas Private Reserve.Continue to Santa Lucia, a unique little town. Newly constructed, architects were careful to use old building techniques and materials to show exactly how Costa...

Departing from Punta Leona travel along the route to the Mid-Pacific, into the Carara National Park, a low mountainous area of 4.700 hectares in a transitional climate zone, going from the very humid south to the dry coast of the North Pacific. This experience begins at the universal footpath, specially designed to make an easier and interesting walk into the forest, where you will have a wide range of audio-visual and haptic resources using advanced technology to facilitate easy access for people...