What to do and see in Punta Arenas, Province of Puntarenas: The Best Day Trips from

August 1, 2021 Darwin Bolte

Discover the best top things to do in Punta Arenas, Costa Rica including Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour from Jaco, Canopy Hacienda El Roble, Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Jungle & River Wagon Expedition, Chocolate, traditions and rain forest tour, Puntarenas Highlights Shore Excursion, Half Day Costa Rica Punta Arenas Highlights , Tortuga Island Cruises From San José, Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José, Puntarenas or Caldera Highlights Shore Excursion. Best 6-in-1 Combo Tour, Puntarenas sightseeing tour.
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1. Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour from Jaco

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

The Damas Island mangrove’s wetland is part of the biggest mangrove’s ecosystem in Central America. There are hundreds of different types of wildlife like birds, mammals, reptiles and fish that can easily be spotted from the boat. Come and enjoy this educational and eco-friendly tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch or dinner, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By KarlsWomen

Tour guides were excellent, we saw a bunch of wildlife, and even had a good dinner after! We enjoyed ourselves immensely and definitely recommend!

2. Canopy Hacienda El Roble

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Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Costa Rica's landscapes of tropical forest from the heights, as you enjoy an adventure over 100 meters above the ground!

Inclusions: Roundtrip transfers (Only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Guanacaste Tamarindo area), Bilingual guide, Fees for activities.

Exclusions: Meals, beverages and tips (optional)

Reviewed By Quanprince

Nexus was provided with booking thru Riu arriving we were stopped by a supervisor named Christophe to book our return and tours at 11 am the next day so at 11 am we go to meet him HE NOT THERE!!! Go again another day multiple times his belongings are there but AGAIN he’s not there, the next day part of my group see him and he wouldn’t allow them to book all our transfers (which is understood) so I go to meet him and he asks us to come back at this point I’m fed up and tell him I’m not coming back so later on I see him he apologizes and book the remainder of the group transfers. Now it’s time to depart the driver arrive and there’s 2 of the 7 people missing from the transfer he book us on another bus and had 2 other guest on the bus with our group mind you 3 of us have the same last name which is a common last name so how is this not common sense that we are together. Overall my experience with nexus was terrible and Christophe really dropped the ball.

3. Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Jungle & River Wagon Expedition

Puntarenas Province, Punta Arenas, Costa Rica Greenway Nature Day Tours
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This tour consists of a journey through the rain forest, located in the Tarcolitos River canyon that is part of the 200-hectare private reserve of the Hotel Villa Lapas, crossing the river 8 times with a total distance of 3.2km in a cart drawn by a tractor at low speed, so that you can appreciate both the flora and fauna of such a special area in Costa Rica as Carara is. During the tour we make several stops for bird watching and important trees in the area as well as a stop to see the river where even customers can get off the wagon and get into the pool. Our two carts have a capacity for 24 people and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. After this great adventure, our tour will continue with a short drive to Tarcoles River where you can enjoy and boat tour on the river, see the abundant wildlife including the huge crocodiles. On the way back to the pier, a short stop at a local souvenir is included in case you want to buy that special gift from Costa Rica.

Inclusions: Bottled water, fruits snack, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, 1 hours boat tour in Tarcoles River, 1 hours rain forest wagon tour, Visit a souvenir store and restaurant

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Reviewed By CatiMermaid

No words can describe how helpful, thoughtful and knowledgeable the employees of this company are. I will certainly be in touch again as I had such a fantastic time and learnt so much. A genuine, hardworking owner who will go out of his way for customers. Our tour to the volcano, small towns and the small resort with the hot springs was just amazing.

4. Chocolate, traditions and rain forest tour

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The new tour in town, the best location for a chocolate tour within 1 hour drive each way, certified and fully licensed.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Coffee and/or Tea, fruits, choclate tasting, tortillas and traditional meals.

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Reviewed By michaelkL7541KH

Odyssey was great. They treated our entire group top notch and helped us with everything. Many thanks to Diego!

5. Puntarenas Highlights Shore Excursion

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This tour will allow you to really take a glimpse of a fantastic Costa Rica. It encompasses wildlife, great food, rainforest, fruit tasting, affordable and diverse shopping and a close and personal encounter with the Costa Ricans, famed to be the happiest people in the world.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Food tasting, Lunch, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

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.

6. Half Day Costa Rica Punta Arenas Highlights

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Enjoy a 6-hour small group tour for a maximum of 10 people, that will allow you to take a glimpse of Costa Rica. Guided by a local, see the white-faced monkeys and be enchanted by the "fruit towns", an area where the sweetest and best tropical fruits are produced. Glid on the Tarcoles River and have lunch time in one of the best local restaurants with a great view of all the Tarcoles river and the Pacific ocean. After all, there will be time for affordable and diverse shopping. (Lunch not included)

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Port pickup and drop-off, Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in Puntarenas), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

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. Tortuga Island Cruises From San José

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The Gulf of Nicoya is a paradisiac archipelago composed of several islands, with a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is LOCATED: Isla Tortuga.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Box Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transportation from Hotels in San José

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Aditional Activities in The Island

Reviewed By 926RonS

The place didn't disappoint. The numerous waterfalls and trail was great experience. Definitely worth-visiting.

8. Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José

Bay Island Cruises, Carmen, Puntarenas Province, Punta Arenas, Costa Rica Bay Island Cruises - Day Tours
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We are a pioneer company in the tours of the gulf islands, for which we have the highest quality standards, our boats being one of the largest in the country to mobilize tourists. We have highly qualified personnel so that your experience is the best in the tours that the company offers you. We have all the permits issued by the Costa Rican government authorities. You and all the passengers will enjoy the best service you can find on a tour of our country.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Use of facilities on the island and boats, All Fees and Taxes, Ham and cheese sandwich with a biscuit and apple, Coffee and/or Tea, Two exquisite salads Main Course: A fish fillet and a chicken fillet, both cooked on the grill and served with their respective sauces. Gardener rice and sauteed vegetables glass of wine, Unlimited drinking water, natural drinks and soft drinks, Tropical fruits, a ceviche and a banana cake upon return

Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment

Reviewed By amparob305

TERRIBLE. They told us to be there at 7:15 but the boat didn't leave until TWO HOURS LATER cause they were waiting for two tourist groups who showed up incredibly late. Two hours we could've spent at the island instead of being stranded on a boat. The boat was PACKED, no minimum distance between people in the middle of a pandemic. Really regret spending my money with them.

9. Puntarenas or Caldera Highlights Shore Excursion. Best 6-in-1 Combo Tour

Paseo de los Turistas, Provincia de Puntarenas, Puntarenas, Costa Rica Greenway Nature Day Tours
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This tour is the best tour you can take if want to see all of Puntarenas main attractions in one day. During this tour you will visit the rain forest at Villa Lapas & Hanging Bridges, visit Tarcoles Town, take a boat tour in Tarcoles River for enjoy the giant crocodiles, monkeys, aquatic birds and many other wildlife species, visit El Jardin Souvenirs store and restaurant and get that special gift from Costa Rica and taste the local flavours, enjoy a Puntarenas City Tour, and visit Puntarenas' Countryside.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fresh Fruit Snack

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

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.

10. Puntarenas sightseeing tour

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We run small group tours with dedicated and very knowledge guides. this tour includes the highlights of the area with the minimal driving time. you will learn a lot of the country.

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Reviewed By michaelkL7541KH

Odyssey was great. They treated our entire group top notch and helped us with everything. Many thanks to Diego!

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