Crocodile Safari, Butterfly Garden & Carara National Park
Itinerary
Monkey's house — 30 min
Private area where white-faced monkeys arrive daily. Up-close wildlife experience.
Fruit stand — 15 min
Tropical fruits from local farmers proud to share their harvest.
Jungle Crocodile Safari — 1 hour
Boat ride on Tarcoles River. Crocodiles, birds, and more.
Souvenir shop — 30 min
Handicrafts, local products, coffee, and gifts.
Carara National Park — 1 hour
Guided tour where dry forest and tropical rainforest meet. Monkeys, tropical birds, scarlet macaws on cruise-friendly trails.
Butterfly garden
Great butterfly garden; largest colorful butterflies in the world.
City tour — pass by
Fish market, oldest church, and Puntarenas ferry before returning to cruise.
- 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)
Frequently asked questions about this tour
How long is this tour?
The published duration is Half day.
What is the price and what is included?
The published price is from $120 USD per person. It includes: Port pick-up and drop-off; Air-conditioned vehicle; WiFi on board; Bilingual tour guide; All entrance fees.
Is this a cruise shore excursion?
Yes: this tour is listed as a cruise shore excursion. Half-day experience combining nature and local scenery for cruise travelers
