This sample itinerary is meant to serve as a sales tool which you can either share with your clients, or send to your preferred DMC as an example of what you would like to book for your clients. It is recommended that Aguas Claras is at the end of this itinerary for logistical reasons. Travelers also enjoy relaxing on the beautiful Caribbean beaches after 4-5 days of whitewater rafting, zip-lining, and exploring Tortuguero National Park.
Important note — if a group, perhaps a family or even a couple, is unable to raft and not interested in taking a boat to Tortuga Lodge, then we suggest they visit Tortuga Lodge first. There are daily flights from San Jose to Tortuguero Airstrip which is directly across the river from TL. So, they can fly in and return to San Jose. Upon arrival in San Jose a driver can be arranged (with either of the hotels, or a local DMC), to take them all the way to Pacuare Lodge. They will have to take the cable car over the river to the property. Afterwards, instead of rafting out, a driver will take them directly to Aguas Claras after they exit the cable car. That turns it into about a 3.5 hour drive from Pacuare Lodge to Aguas Claras. A to-go lunch will be packed for them.
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. Remember, September and October is sunshine and calm ocean on this side of CR, while the Pacific side receives more rain.
