10 Day Trips from in Puerto Limon That You Shouldn't Miss

February 10, 2022 Karren Gelb

Puerto Limón (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈpweɾto liˈmon]), commonly known as Limón (Spanish for "lemon"), is the capital city and main hub of Limón province, as well as of the cantón (county) of Limón in Costa Rica. It is the sixth-largest city in Costa Rica, with a population of over 55,000 (including surrounding towns), and is home of a multicultural community. Part of the community traces its roots to Italian, Jamaican and Chinese laborers who worked on a late nineteenth-century railroad project that connected San José to Puerto Limón. Until 1948, the Costa Rican government did not recognize Afro-Caribbean people as citizens and restricted their movement outside Limón province. As a result of this "travel ban", this Afro-Caribbean population became firmly established in the region, which influenced the decision to not move even after it was legally permitted. Nowadays, there is an important outflow of Limón natives who move to the country's Central Valley in search for better employment and education. The Afro-Caribbean community speaks Spanish and Limonese Creole, a creole of English.
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1. BriBri Chocolate Tour and Cahuita National Park

Puerto Limon, Puerto Limon, Province of Limon Theresa Tours
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Cacao has deep roots in the history of the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.  Now for the first time, gourmet beans used for making bar chocolate is being made in Puerto Viejo, Limon. After learning about the chocolate making process, you will visit Cahuita National Park.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By 519taurit

Amazing experience! And also, the commitment of the team! Im happy to see that there are people with heart! Totally suggest to go, to see the animals, got know more about them and support the place! I really loved to be there and also great applause for tour guide! ????

2. Cahuita National Park

Puerto Limon, Puerto Limon, Province of Limon Theresa Tours
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Cahuíta National Park Reserve are worldwide recognized, not only because of their natural beauty... Enjoy the beautiful white sand beaches and the tropical forest that shelters various animals, among which are the following: pacas, racoons, Northern tamanduas, opposums, porcupines and capuchin monkeys.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By 519taurit

Amazing experience! And also, the commitment of the team! Im happy to see that there are people with heart! Totally suggest to go, to see the animals, got know more about them and support the place! I really loved to be there and also great applause for tour guide! ????

3. The chocolate forest experience & Cahuita National Park

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Welcome to Caribbeans! Caribeans Coffee & Chocolate is a small family run business in Puerto Viejo, Limon, Costa Rica. Our mission is to make high quality products from locally sourced, organic, and fair trade raw products. We are the areas original bean-to-bar chocolate maker and we are the only locally sourced fresh roasted coffee. Creating Economic Prosperity in Costa Rica Some coffee & chocolate companies have one or two products that support local farmers in economically stressed areas of the world. At Caribeans we only produce products that help our local farmers make a living wage. Only small farms that practice sustainable ecological farming are in our list of producers. Cahuita national park: The Jungla Trail offers a 1 km trek through a secondary forest offering beautiful landscapes, various flora and fauna. Inside the trail, among the abundant fauna visitors may witness the 3 toed sloths and see the different species of birds To make the tour we need at least two person

Inclusions: Local guide, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By alexamma228

The private tour was awesome especially since it was just 2 of us. Our guide Johan was very friendly and knowledgeable and our driver Edgar was very nice. We were able to spend a lot of time at each stop and even make a pit stop for snacks and souvenirs. Johan was a very good and patient photographer. I would do this tour again.

4. Limon Highlights 6 in 1 Private Tour. Shore Excursion from Limon

Terminal Hernan Garron Salazar - JAPDEVA, Principio de la ruta 32,, Limón, Costa Rica Greenway Nature Day Tours
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In this private tour just for your party, you will be able to visit Puerto Limon's main attractions. You will visit Cahuita National Park and take a nature walk, Take a boat tour along Tortuguero canal and its abundant wildlife, visit a banana plantation, visit the souvenir shops, enjoy the country drive and sightseeing  around the Caribbean province of Costa Rica. All this with a private driver and deluxe van just for your party.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Professional guide, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Snacks

Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks

Reviewed By vivian_CR14

It was an amazing experience, I went with my parents and they loved the tour It consists of a wagon that goes through the Tarcolitos river, with the birds singing, and diferent trees and plants. The customer service is great, and the walk thru Santa Lucía's village is an unforgettable experience.

5. Cahuita National Park & Banana Plantation Tour Shore Excursion from Puerto Limon

Terminal Hernan Garron Salazar - JAPDEVA, Principio de la ruta 32,, Limón, Costa Rica Greenway Nature Day Tours
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The tour begins at port where you hop on an air-conditioned motor coach for a one-hour drive along scenic roads, passing quaint villages on your way to Cahuita. This is a beautiful National Park that combines a great white sand beach with exuberant rain forest. During the nature walk, our naturalist tour guide will be pointing for the different wildlife species present in the park such as monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans and other ones. After the nature walk, a snack stop is included in Cahuita Town, where you can enjoy a drink or taste the local caribbean flavours. Returning to the pier, a stop by a banana plantation is included for learn more about this important crop for the Costa Rican economy. Note: In this tour we visit the plantations. No the packing houses due they are private properties and we are not allowed to get in. Our guide will explain from the side road about the activity.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By vivian_CR14

It was an amazing experience, I went with my parents and they loved the tour It consists of a wagon that goes through the Tarcolitos river, with the birds singing, and diferent trees and plants. The customer service is great, and the walk thru Santa Lucía's village is an unforgettable experience.

6. Veragua Rainforest and Tortuguero Canals Tour from Puerto Limon

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Less than 1 hour away, Veragua Rainforest is the ultimate Costa Rica tourism attraction that offers everything you want to experience in the authentic rainforest! Enjoy a day of discovery and adventure in the wondrous 3,400-acre Veragua Rainforest mountain reserve which National Geographic Traveler called “The Cream of the Cream of the Rainforest”, also you will make a boat ride on the Tortuguero Canals  Here you will board a boat with rooftop and comfortable seats. That will lead you through the living jungle that stretches over the narrow canals, formed by the rivers born in the high mountains, making their way to the sea. Common sightings here are monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas and sloths. The canals are also considered a bird watcher’s paradise, so keep your eyes open!

Inclusions: All activities, Port pickup and drop-off, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (Only from Limon), Round-trip, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By alexamma228

The private tour was awesome especially since it was just 2 of us. Our guide Johan was very friendly and knowledgeable and our driver Edgar was very nice. We were able to spend a lot of time at each stop and even make a pit stop for snacks and souvenirs. Johan was a very good and patient photographer. I would do this tour again.

7. Full-Day Tour to Cahuita National Park from Puerto Limon

Terminal Hernan Garron Salazar - JAPDEVA, Principio de la ruta 32,, Limón, Costa Rica Relax Day Tours
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Experience the tropical rainforest beauty, the beach and the canals with this full-day excursion tour with a professional guide and have an enjoyable time on the Caribbean coast. The tour starts in Puerto Limon where you can enjoy a scenic view of the town, learn about its history and take a boat ride through the Canals of Tortuguero. The tour also stops beside a banana plantation so you can taste some delicious tropical fruit, and visit Cahuita National Park. An air-conditioned minivan will be available for port pickup and drop-off.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water and juice, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Fruit tasting, Port pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By NycPinky

Frederico was great! He was very nice and very knowledgeable. He went out of his way to help us see as much wildlife as possible and he seemed as excited as us to spot animals. We saw sloths, monkeys, iguanas and many birds. We highly recommend him! Thank You Frederico for making our experience so great!

8. Shore Excursion: Caribbean Highlights Tour from Limon

Muelle, Limón, Costa Rica Gio Tours - Day Tours
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4.8 based on 9 reviews

During this tour, you will get to experience some of Limon's main activities in one day. You will visit a local rainforest from a unique point of view: the Tortuguero Canals! These are part of the Tortuguero river and withholds a great diversity of wildlife that can be spotted from our boat tour (Monkeys, aquatic birds, iguanas, basilisks, and maybe sloths.... Remember this is Nature!, Sometimes there is only a gorgeous jungle landscape!) in its environment. Then we will explain all the details about the banana production on a Banana Plantation Tour, we'll see nature and learn about the Caribbean culture and end the tour with a city tour of Limon.

Inclusions: Luxurious Transportation, Bilingual Specialized Tour Guide, Fruit Tasting Experience, Banana Plantation, Tortuguero Canals Boat Safari, Playa Bonita Beach, Limon Port Sightseeing, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By James C

This was an excellent tour from the port for $25.00 a person. It was 3 to 3.5 hours long. We had a driver and a tour guide and both spoke english. It was a good tour and we saw a wild three toes sloth climbing down from a tree as well as a large Aguana. We tasted fruits, cocao, and coconut milk. We got to see lots of the small city and the country side.

9. Cahuita National park on Vargas port, tortuguero canals and more!! 6 in 1 tour

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A great, all-encompassing tour of Costa Rica! Enjoy a "6 in 1 tour" with a professional naturalist tour guide, who will introduce you to the most important aspects of the Afro-Caribbean Culture of Costa Rica, and show you the rich wildlife of this fascinating region. During this tour you will enjoy: 1) City Tour: 2) The Jungle Trail Cahuita national park on Vargas trail 3) Visit a Banana plantation from outside 4) Coastal Drive 5) The Tortuguero Canals 6) Enjoy the Souvenirs Stores & Shopping

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By alexamma228

The private tour was awesome especially since it was just 2 of us. Our guide Johan was very friendly and knowledgeable and our driver Edgar was very nice. We were able to spend a lot of time at each stop and even make a pit stop for snacks and souvenirs. Johan was a very good and patient photographer. I would do this tour again.

10. Jaguar Rescue Center from Limon

Avenida 2, Av 2, Limón, Costa Rica Theresa Tours
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Discover the lush rain forests and animals of Costa Rica on a small group tour to the Jaguar Rescue Center Foundation and La Ceiba Private Reserve Release Site.

Inclusions: Local guide, Port pickup

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Lizzzy

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the canal and other stops. Eduardo was a great guide and we learned a lot. We even stopped at a local man’s property with a sloth in a cacao tree. We were able to get very close. Lunch at a beach was very good. We highly recommend this tour.

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