Jaguar Trail Walk in Tortuguero National Park
🌳 Explore the Rainforest on Foot with a Certified Guide
Walk deep into Tortuguero’s lowland rainforest along the famous Jaguar Trail — a shaded, quiet path full of hidden wildlife.
This small-group tour offers the best opportunity to spot sloths, frogs, toucans, and monkeys up close while learning how the rainforest works from the ground up.
Jaguar Trail Walk in Tortuguero National Park
🌳 Explore the Rainforest on Foot with a Certified Guide
Walk deep into Tortuguero’s lowland rainforest along the famous Jaguar Trail — a shaded, quiet path full of hidden wildlife.
This small-group tour offers the best opportunity to spot sloths, frogs, toucans, and monkeys up close while learning how the rainforest works from the ground up.
What You Need to Know
🕦 Tour Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Meeting Point: Tree Coffee House – arrive by 10:45 AM
👥 Group Size: Max 8 people – slow-paced & educational
🗣️ Languages: English, Spanish, French (French limited – book early!)
🧭 Certified Guide: Local naturalist with years of experience
🦥 Wildlife Gear: Binoculars, laser pointer & illustrated species guide
🎟️ Park Ticket Required: Buy online before the tour (see below)
💡 Pro Tip: Bring water, wear closed shoes, and dress light — the trail is shaded, but it gets warm and humid.
The Experience – From Start to Finish
1️⃣ Meet & Enter the Park
📍 Meet at Tree Coffee House at 10:45 AM. After introductions, your guide will lead the group on a short 10-minute walk to the Jaguar Trail entrance of Tortuguero National Park.
2️⃣ Into the Rainforest
🌿 Step onto the Jaguar Trail, a peaceful, easy-to-follow path where the jungle reveals its secrets. Your guide will use binoculars, a laser pointer, and field guide to help you spot sloths, birds, monkeys, frogs, insects, and more.
3️⃣ Learn the Rainforest’s Story
🌱 This is more than a walk — it’s an immersive rainforest classroom. Learn how trees communicate, why frogs sing, and how every species plays a role in this living, breathing ecosystem.
Jaguar Trail Walk Pricing
✅ Includes certified guide, binoculars, and illustrated species guide
💰 $30 per adult | $20 per child (ages 4–11)
🇫🇷 French Tours: $40 per adult | $25 per child
👶 Babies under 3 – FREE
🎟️ Park Ticket Required (not included – see below)
💬 Guest Review: Up Close with the Rainforest!
“This walk was amazing — our guide showed us a baby sloth, tiny frogs, and even a toucan eating an almond! I never would’ve seen half of it without him. So much knowledge and care in every moment.”
— Marta D., Verified TripAdvisor Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
How to Book Your Jaguar Trail Walk
Step 1 – Contact Us to Check Availability
📍 Meeting Point: Tree Coffee House (next to Tortuguero’s main dock)
👥 Max 8 people per tour
Step 2 – Pay the Deposit
💳 Send a $20 deposit via SINPE or PayPal to confirm your spot
🔄 Peace of Mind: Deposit is fully refundable if canceled at least 24 hours in advance.
💰 Final Payment on Tour Day:
• 💵 Cash preferred – No extra fee
• 💳 PayPal – Accepted (+10% fee)
Step 3 – Buy Your Park Ticket
🛒 Buy online → SINAC Online Services
• Select: “Sector Canales”
🌿 Note: Your spot is secured! Just show up ready for an unforgettable adventure in Tortuguero.
🌿 Want the Full Tortuguero Experience?
Combine the Canoe Tour, Jaguar Trail Walk, and Night Walk Tour for a full day of discovery:
🛶 Morning: Canoe Tour
🌳 Midday: Jaguar Trail Walk
🐸 Evening: Night Walk Tour
💰 Only $80 per adult | $50 per child
🇫🇷 $90 per adult | $55 per child
✨ Save $20 when booking the combo!