What to see and do in Tarcoles, Costa Rica
The Tarcoles River in Costa Rica is famous for its large population of American crocodiles.
The river is a popular destination for tourists seeking to see these reptiles up close, often through boat tours or by walking along the nearby bridge, known as the Tarcoles Bridge. Tarcoles is a town located in the Puntarenas Province of Costa Rica,
On 8/25/2016, we went on the Jungle Crocodile Safari boat ride on the Tarcoles river. There were a large number of crocodiles along the river along with other wildlife.
Tarcoles is also a hub for ecotourism, with nearby national parks and reserves offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities.
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Pictures from Tarcoles
The Jungle Crocodile Safari boat ride to view the crocodiles.
The Tarcoles river.
Crocodiles on the river bank.
Crocodile in the river.
Iguana in a tree.
An Iguana on the river bank.
Rosette spoonbill on the bank of the river.
View of the crocodiles from the Tarcoles Bridge.