Dense rainforest canopy in Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

Costa Rica starts the moment you step off the ship.

Shore excursions in Puntarenas and Limón with direct support, our own fleet, and a plan shaped around your ship’s schedule.

  • Insured Local Operator
  • Puntarenas & Puerto Limón
  • No Port, Full Refund

Ship-Aware Schedule

Planned for every tour

Insured Operation

Professional local team

Our Own Fleet

Direct port pickup

3 Languages

EN · ES · DE guides

Direct WhatsApp

Quick availability check

Every Cruiser's #1 Fear — Solved

Built Around Your Ship

Schedule verification, return buffer and a clear no-port refund policy.

We verify your ship before payment and plan every route around its all-aboard time. If the ship changes the call, we adjust the pickup. If it cannot dock in the booked port, you receive a full refund.

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The Comparison

Why Book Direct with LoaTours?

Better experience. Lower price. Direct contact.

LoaTours Direct
Price
Lower price
Group size
Private / small group
Flexibility
High
Contact
WhatsApp direct
Back on time guarantee
Yes
Cruise Ship Tour
Price
+30–50% markup
Group size
30–50 people
Flexibility
Fixed itinerary
Contact
Call center
Back on time guarantee
Yes
Viator / GetYourGuide
Price
+20–30% commission
Group size
Varies
Flexibility
Limited
Contact
Platform messaging
Back on time guarantee
No
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The Costa Rica You Came to See

Keel-billed toucan in a Costa Rica rainforest
Main beach at Manuel Antonio National Park, Pacific coast
Caño Harold canal inside Tortuguero National Park
Hoffmann's two-toed sloth in Manuel Antonio National Park
Playa de Puerto Viejo, Caribbean coast of Limón
Boat navigating the Tortuguero canals
Monteverde Cloud Forest trail
Professional tour vehicle with comfortable seating
Fleet & Safety

Professional Vehicles, Every Time

Air-conditioned, maintained, and ready for your group.

Air-conditioned vehicles
Comfortable seating with seatbelts
Professional licensed drivers
Own fleet + coordination for larger groups
Your Team on the Ground

Your On-the-Ground Experts

When you book with LoaTours, you work directly with the professionals who will be with you on the day — knowledgeable guides, safe drivers, and local experts who know every route.

Naturalist-Led Shore Days
Reference image for guided wildlife interpretation, rainforest trails, and guest support on tour day.
Trail & Route Expertise
Reference image for local route planning, safe pacing, and field decisions around ship schedules.
Port Logistics Coordination
Reference image for clear meeting points, cruise terminal pickup, and direct communication.
Wildlife-Focused Experiences
Reference image for the nature-first experiences LoaTours prepares across both coasts.
The Process

How It Works

Simple. Personal. No surprises.

01

Choose Your Tour

Browse our tours and pick the one that fits your port, available time, and group size.

02

Send Your Request

Fill out our form or message us on WhatsApp with your ship details and group size.

03

We Confirm Availability

We review your ship schedule and reply within 2 hours with availability, pricing, and your meeting point.

04

We Pick You Up

Your guide meets you right outside the cruise terminal. Relax — Costa Rica awaits.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Every tour is planned with significant buffer time before your ship's departure. We track your ship's schedule and adjust in real time if needed.

Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica

Your Costa Rica day deserves more than a quick stop.

Tell us which ship is visiting and we’ll help you choose an excursion that fits your time ashore.

LoaTours — Costa Rica Beyond the Ship