Activities in Northern Caribbean
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Daryl Loth
A personable Canadian-born naturalist (formerly of Coterc) offers excellent boat trips in a super-silent electric motorboat, as well as turtle tours (in season) and guided hikes.
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Jungle Tom Safaris
Offers recommended one-day (US$90), overnight (from US$115) and two-night packages (from US$147) or just round-trip transportation (US$45) – useful for independent travelers who want to be free upon arrival.
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Chico
Chico’s hiking and canoe tours receive rave reviews. Ask at Cabinas Miss Miriam.
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Castor Hunter Thomas
A local who has worked as a guide for more than 20 years leads turtle tours (in season), guided hikes and wonderful canoe tours. Ask at Soda Doña María.
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Caribbean Conservation Corporation
This renowned long-time organization that has myriad volunteer options at its research station in Tortuguero.
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Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation
This reputable Canadian not-for-profit has various volunteer opportunities at its research station in Tortuguero.
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Barbara Hartung
Offers hiking, canoe and turtle tours in German, English, French or Spanish. Also offers a unique tour about Tortuguero history, culture and medicinal plants.
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ASTOP
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Riverboat Francesca Nature Tours
A highly recommended company run by Modesto and Fran Watson, it also offers sportfishing (two-day packages from US$165).
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Exploradores Outdoors
Primarily a rafting outfit, this company organizes overnight excursions from San José, Arenal and Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (per person US$169).
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Asociación Widecast
This grassroots NGO has volunteer opportunities in Cahuita and Gandoca, on the southern coast.
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Asociación Salvemos Las Tortugas de Parismina
This small, locally run organization coordinates important conservation activities in Parismina.
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