Crocodile Safari, Butterfly Garden & Carara National Park

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Itinerary

Day 1

Monkey's house — 30 min

Private area where white-faced monkeys arrive daily. Up-close wildlife experience.

Day 1

Fruit stand — 15 min

Tropical fruits from local farmers proud to share their harvest.

Day 1

Jungle Crocodile Safari — 1 hour

Boat ride on Tarcoles River. Crocodiles, birds, and more.

Day 1

Souvenir shop — 30 min

Handicrafts, local products, coffee, and gifts.

Day 1

Carara National Park — 1 hour

Guided tour where dry forest and tropical rainforest meet. Monkeys, tropical birds, scarlet macaws on cruise-friendly trails.

Day 1

Butterfly garden

Great butterfly garden; largest colorful butterflies in the world.

Day 1

City tour — pass by

Fish market, oldest church, and Puntarenas ferry before returning to cruise.

Nature
Half day $120
  • Half-day experience combining nature and local scenery for cruise travelers
  • Pickup and return at Puerto Caldera — Muellero Park, 8:00 AM
  • Tarcoles River safari with American crocodiles and tropical wildlife
  • Guided walk in Carara National Park (dry and rainforest ecosystems)
  • Lunch NOT included (not listed in document WHAT'S INCLUDED)
  • Not wheelchair accessible; multilingual guide

Includes

  • Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Bilingual tour guide
  • All entrance fees

Not Includes

  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Tips (optional)
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