Shared boat · Outbound
Boat transport from La Pavona to Tortuguero
The main commercial route: arrive at La Pavona and we take you along the Suerte River to Tortuguero in about 60 minutes.
(≈ $9 USD)
Per person, each way
~60 min
Via the Suerte River
Daily departures
From La Pavona
15 min
Arrive early at the dock
Local operations
How the transfer works
You arrive at La Pavona by car or bus. Our team meets you at the dock, fits your life jacket, and you board the shared boat.
The route follows the Suerte River into Tortuguero village. The fare covers the boat ride; park tickets (if needed) are separate.
- Fare: (≈ $9 USD) · ₡4,000 per person, each way
- Children under 3 travel free
- Rain cover and carry-on luggage included
- Multiple daily departures — see live schedule
On the river
Shared ride, local crew
You travel with other passengers on a Smith-operated boat — the clearest, most affordable way into town.
Need drop-off at lodging outside the village? Ask about private boat transportation to its dock along the canal route.
La Pavona
Meeting point at the dock
Boarding is at the La Pavona dock. Message us on WhatsApp the day before or that morning to confirm seats and timing.
If your lodging is in the village, the shared boat is usually enough. Canal destinations may need a different option or fare.
On the Suerte River
The ride is the arrival
Shared boat, local crew, rainforest edges — about sixty minutes from dock to village.
