Puerto Limon

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Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Puerto Limón is known for its multi-cultural community and a festive annual carnaval celebration. In recent years the area has become even better known as must-see stop for eco-tourists. The region's unique geography and neo-tropical climate combined with abundant rainforests make for one of the most naturally diverse "biospheres" in the world. And you can take advantage of national parks and reserves in all directions from Limón. Pay close attention when you dock as many guests have reported seeing peaceful sloths lumbering in the trees right in port!

Featured Puerto Limon CRUISE ITINERARIES

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Limon Port
    Ship will DOCK at this port.
  • Time Zone
    CST (Central Standard Time)
    UTC/GMT -5 hours
  • Language
    The local language is Spanish. Say "good afternoon" in Spanish "buenas tardes."
  • Currency & Shopping
    Costa Rican Colon (CRC)
    Coffee, souvenirs, local crafts and oxcarts.
    • Best Way to Get Around
      Taxi ride to anything around town is very affordable; yet, organized shore excursions are probably the best option!
    • Famous For
      One of Puerto Limon's most intriguing inhabitants was Marcus Mosiah Garvey, a champion of African-American causes in this region having founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Surround yourself in the natural beauty of the 3,400-acre Veragua Rainforest mountain reserve, which National Geographic Traveler called “The Cream of the Cream of the Rainforest.”
    • Fun Fact #2
      Puerto Limon was founded in 1870 as a port city to export bananas and grains from Costa Rica to various parts of the globe.

Puerto Limon TOP EXCURSIONS

A Variety of Choices

We know the destinations you'll be visiting and what there is to see, do and experience. We offer you a variety of excursions to choose from, in every port you'll visit.

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Caribbean Train, Tortuguero Canals & Banana Plantation

Join us as we explore the region and learn about its history, culture and heritage; drive past quaint villages and ferti...

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Rainforest Extravaganza

Adventure on a serene pontoon boat ride through the world-famous Tortuguero Canals with an immersive journey into the Ve...

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Veragua Rainforest & Tortuguero Canals

Discover two of Costa Rica’s most remarkable ecosystems on this full-day adventure that combines a canal cruise with an ...

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Vintage Railway Journey

Ride a restored vintage train into the spectacularly picturesque jungle while the guides describe the history of the rai...

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