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San Jose Exclusive: Private Jungle and River Buggy Adventure

San Jose Exclusive: Private Jungle and River Buggy Adventure

8 hours
Easy

Embark on an exhilarating adventure as you depart from your hotel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle, delving into Costa Rica's breathtaking countryside. Your journey takes you to the Tarcoles River and Playa Bochinche, where an adventure center awaits. Here, after receiving guidance and completing a test run on a private track, you'll traverse jungle trails, Teak plantations, and river crossings on a 2-hour Buggy tour, exploring dirt paths, rainforests, and scenic viewpoints. Weather permitting, you might even enjoy a refreshing swim at the secluded Bochinche Beach. The adventure doesn't end here; relish a scenic boat tour along the Tarcoles River, soaking in the abundant wildlife, followed by a delicious lunch before heading back to your hotel in San Jose.

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Embark on an exhilarating journey that starts with the convenience of being picked up directly from your hotel. Relax as you are whisked away in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle or mini bus, designed for your ultimate comfort, through the picturesque countryside of Costa Rica. Your destination promises adventure and natural beauty at the Tarcoles River and Playa Bochinche.

Upon arrival at our adventure center, you will be briefed on safety and given detailed instructions. After a practice run on our custom-built track, you're ready to venture out. Led by your guide, you will navigate through lush jungle trails, sprawling Teak plantations, across 14 river crossings, and along rugged, sometimes-bumpy dirt paths that cut through the heart of the rainforest. The journey offers breathtaking viewpoints and leads you to two distinct beaches. If the weather permits, seize the opportunity to take a refreshing swim at the secluded Bochinche Beach, where we'll pause to relax and soak in the surroundings. The driving and Buggy tour span an exciting 2 hours.

The adventure continues with a boat tour on the Tarcoles River, allowing you to immerse yourself in the region's rich wildlife and pristine landscapes.

To cap off a day filled with thrilling exploration and natural wonders, indulge in a delicious lunch before we comfortably transport you back to your hotel in San Jose. Discover the thrill of the Costa Rican wilderness and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Itinerary

Your Breath-taking Adventure: A Journey to Tarcoles River and Playa Bochinche

Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel for a relaxing drive through the idyllic Costa Rican countryside in air-conditioned comfort. Your destination: the Tarcoles River and Playa Bochinche.

Adventure Center and Buggy Tour

At our adventure center, you'll receive instructions and take a test run on our private track before embarking on your journey. Follow your guide through jungle trails, Teak plantations, across 14 rivers, and along sometimes-bumpy dirt paths through real rainforest. Enjoy the views and visit 2 different beaches. Weather permitting, enjoy a quick swim at the pristine Bochinche Beach. The driving time and Buggy tour last 2 hours.

Wildlife Boat Tour

After the buggy adventure, embark on a boat tour in Tarcoles River to enjoy the rich wildlife.

Delicious Lunch

Conclude your adventure with a delicious lunch before heading back to your hotel in San Jose.

Itinerary Overview

Carara National Park and Adventure Awaits

On this tour, we visit Carara National Park, Tarcoles River, and nearby areas where adventure awaits us.

About the Tárcoles River

The Tárcoles River, a vital waterway flowing to the Gulf of Nicoya, is renowned for the large crocodiles sunbathing below Tarcoles Bridge. A spectacle not to be missed, it offers a safe way to observe these impressive creatures from a distance. The river's vast biodiversity and scenic beauty make it a key destination in Costa Rica.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at El Jardin
  • Bottled water
  • Buggy Tour in the forest, rivers and beaches
  • Private transportation
  • Private Guide
  • Tarcoles River boat tour for admire the huge crocodiles
  • Countryside driving back and forth from San Jose. Enjoy the beautiful view along the way
  • El Jardin souvenirs store and restaurant

Exclusions

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Important Notes

Your breath-taking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside in an air-conditioned transportation, utilizing either a recent model deluxe vehicle or mini bus. The destination is Tarcoles River and Playa Bochinche.

In our adventure center, before you embark on your journey, you will receive instructions and take a test run on our specially designed private track. Your guide will then lead you along jungle trails, teak plantations, across 14 rivers on sometimes-bumpy, dirt paths through real rainforest, past viewpoints, and to 2 different beaches. Weather permitting, you will have the opportunity to take a quick swim at Bochinche Beach, a pristine and almost private beach where we will have a break. The driving time and buggy tour last approximately 2 hours.

After the adventure tours, you can enjoy a boat tour on Tarcoles River to enjoy the rich wildlife.

Following the experience, you will enjoy a delicious lunch before making the way back to your hotel in San Jose.

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We pick up at all hotels in the San Jose area. If your hotel is not listed, please send the hotel name and address

Themes

Adventure

Wildlife

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