Rainforest Hanging Bridges & Tortuguero Canals from Limón

Cross three suspension bridges above the rainforest, then drift through jungle waterways spotting sloths and monkeys

A five- to six-hour guided experience from Limón combining a rainforest walk across three suspension bridges with a boat tour through Tortuguero Canals, both led by a naturalist guide. Pickup by air-conditioned minivan is included, along with entry to the skywalk, the boat ride, fresh fruit, bottled water, and a coffee and cacao tasting at a local plantation. Lunch is not included. Tips are optional.

Step-by-step itinerary

Rainforest walk and canal boat tour

• Drive through Puerto Limón city
• Guided rainforest walk on suspension bridges
• Boat ride through Tortuguero Canals
• Visit local souvenir shop and coffee tasting
• Relax at Playa Bonita beach

The experience

The day starts 20 minutes from Puerto Limón at Brisas de la Jungla, where a naturalist guide leads you along a 1,064-meter rainforest trail through heliconias, banana plants, and towering centennial trees. The three suspension bridges are the centerpiece: the first stretches 37 meters at 12 meters high, the second 42 meters at 19 meters high, and the third, the longest, spans 67 meters at 22 meters high. As you cross, the canopy opens up around you, and the guide points out sloths, howler monkeys, tropical frogs, and birds moving through the treetops.

After the bridges, you board a roofed boat for the Tortuguero Canals, often called the Amazon of Costa Rica. The guide navigates narrow jungle waterways where you watch for sloths, howler monkeys, iguanas, caimans, and tropical birds in their natural habitat. The boat has comfortable seats and life jackets, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels. This part of the day moves at a slow, observational pace: the kind of wildlife watching that rewards patience and a good camera.

The route includes a stop at a local plantation where you taste freshly brewed coffee and flavored cacao, and when available, a 15-minute walk through a garden of tropical plants like pineapple, cinnamon, and ylang ylang. There's also a live demonstration of how banana processing works. The final stop is Playa Bonita, a relaxed oceanside spot where you can order a tropical smoothie, a beer, or Caribbean cocktail, and the guide recommends trying rice and beans cooked in coconut milk or patacones: crispy green plantain chips. On the drive back through Puerto Limón, your guide shares the city's history and Afro-Caribbean roots, pointing out landmarks like Parque Vargas and the Cathedral.

What’s included

• Entry to the Rainforest Hanging Bridges Skywalk and the Tortuguero Canal boat tour.
• a naturalist guide in English or Spanish.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan with pickup included.
• fresh fruit and bottled water.
• coffee and cacao tasting at a local plantation.
• and WiFi on board.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 48 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 22 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical level

Operated by Syl Travel Day Tours

Is this one for you?The five- to six-hour commitment leaves room for a morning or afternoon activity elsewhere in Limón, but the sequence (bridges first, then boat, then the plantation and city stops) is fixed. Book this if you want both the canopy walk and the water-based wildlife viewing in a single outing, with a guide handling the route and the wildlife spotting.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

How difficult is the walk across the hanging bridges?

The rainforest trail is easy to moderate, accessible for most guests. The three suspension bridges require you to walk across them at height (the tallest reaches 22 meters), but they're built with railings and safety systems, and your guide is with you the entire time.

What wildlife will I actually see on the boat ride?

The Tortuguero Canals are home to sloths, howler monkeys, iguanas, caimans, and a wide variety of tropical birds. Your naturalist guide knows where to look and will point them out, though wildlife sightings depend on the time of day and season.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch is not included, but the tour stops at Playa Bonita where you can order food and drinks. The guide recommends rice and beans cooked in coconut milk or patacones, and there are also smoothies and cocktails available.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the starting point?

Pickup by air-conditioned minivan from your hotel in Limón is included. The guide will also drive you through Puerto Limón on the way back, sharing stories about the city's history and culture.

What's included in the coffee and cacao tasting?

You'll taste freshly brewed coffee and flavored cacao varieties like caramelized or cinnamon at a local plantation. When available, there's also a short walk through a garden showing tropical plants such as pineapple, cinnamon, and noni, plus a live demonstration of how bananas are processed.