This highlights of Costa Rica Shore Excursion provides a wonderful overview of the very best of the Pacific Coast. Enjoy a fully accessible guided tour that includes accessible transportation and lively commentary by your local, private tour guide. On this shore excursion, you will enjoy a scenic boat tour watching local birds and crocodiles, explore the lush Carara National Park, spend some free time shopping for souvenirs, and have time to enjoy lunch on your own in Puntarenas.

The first part of your tour takes places on the beautiful Tarcoles River. You will board an accessible boat and embark on a memorable ride down the picturesque river. Enjoy commentary by your boat guide about the fascinating ecosystem that is present here. During your boat ride you will also admire various exotic birds and crocodiles.

Your Accessible Costa Rica Shore Excursion begins when you meet you friendly guide/driver by the cruise dock. Board your accessible van and head out on a scenic drive to the Pacific coastal rain forest remaining intact in Costa Rica, Carara National Park. Led by your private tour guide, you will enjoy a stroll that lets you admire the breathtaking, lush setting firsthand. While here, you will learn about the flora, fauna and wildlife and have opportunities to capture some incredible photos.

Finally, you will be heading back to Puntarenas, “the pearl of the pacific”. Enjoy a lunch on your own at one of the cafes lined up along the beach by Paseo de los Turista walkway and enjoy a stroll along the charming side street peppered with street vendors with authentic Costa Rica souvenirs.

The last part of your tour will be spent in the town of Puntarenas also known as “the pearl of the pacific”. Enjoy a lunch on your own at one of the cafes lined up along the beach by Paseo de los Turista walkway and enjoy a stroll along the charming side street peppered with street vendors with authentic Costa Rica souvenirs. At the end of your tour, you will be escorted back to the cruise dock.

The Highlights of Costa Rica Shore Excursion includes:

• Enjoy a panoramic drive through the picturesque Costa Rica landscape.
• Embark on an accessible boat tour on the beautiful Tarcoles River.
• Explore the lush Carara National Park firsthand.
• See crocodiles, birds and other unique, local Cost Rica wildlife.
• Enjoy some free time for shopping and lunch on your own in Puntarenas.

Private Accessible 6.5 Hour Costa Rica Shore Excursion details: 

Duration: 6.5 hours

Cost: $902 for 1-2 people, $952 for 3-4 people.

* Save $50 when you book an accessible cruise + excursions package

Days of the week the tour is offered: 7 days a week

Entrance tickets: included.

Meeting Point: Puntarenas cruise dock

Number of people on tour: 1 – 6 people

Cancellation Policy: 80% refund with 10 days notice. No refund with less than 10 days notice. It is your responsibility to communicate with your cruise line to understand any restrictions on disabled passengers using cruise tenders.Tours run rain or shine.

Not included: Snacks and Gratuities. Entrance fees are included.

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This accessible shore excursion uses a wheelchair friendly van with a lift (see photo below on the left). The Path in Carara National Park is mostly flat and smooth. Wheelchair users will not have any issues navigating the route here (see photo on the left below).

On the Tarcoles River, you will board an accessible boat for an easy and smooth ride. A ramp will lead you to the small dock and you will be able to roll onto the boat from there.