Siquirres Travel Guide

City City in Limón Province near Caribbean coast

A lowland town east of Braulio Carrillo, Siquirres sits amid banana and cacao plantations; visitors use it as a base for rafting, birdwatching, and trips to the Caribbean coast and Tortuguero canals.

Costs

$40-90 per day

Midrange: local hotels and a mix of budget eco-lodges nearby for wildlife trips.

Safety

Generally safe with petty crime

Generally safe; take standard Central American precautions against petty theft.

Best Time

December-April (dryer season)

Drier months on the Caribbean slope are easier for hiking and river trips.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

2:57 PM

GMT-6

Weather

78°F

Thunderstorm

Population

18,231

Infrastructure & Convenience

Bus links to Limón and San José; car recommended for exploring surrounding nature.

Popularity

Mainly a transit and agricultural town; attracts adventure tourists for river activities.

Known For

banana and pineapple plantations, Reventazón River rafting, access to Caribbean lowland wildlife, cacao farms, birdwatching, local markets, Afro-Caribbean culture, agricultural exports

Siquirres sits near the Reventazón River and the major Reventazón hydroelectric project on Costa Rica's Caribbean slope.

Why Visit Siquirres? #

Siquirres is a gateway to Costa Rica’s Caribbean inland, where banana plantations meet rainforest and Afro‑Caribbean culinary influences shape the menu - think rice and beans with coconut. The town’s market brings together farmers, cacao and plantain sellers, and nearby access to national parks appeals to nature lovers. Visitors come for regional flavors, lively market culture and a base for exploring the Caribbean lowlands.

Best Things to Do in Siquirres

All Attractions ›

Tortuguero National Park

Caribbean park famed for sea turtle nesting

National Park

Irazú Volcano

High-elevation volcano with multi-colored crater lakes

Volcano

Turrialba Volcano

Active stratovolcano east of Cartago

Volcano

Cordillera Central (Costa Rica)

Central Costa Rican mountain range containing active volcanoes

Mountains

Guayabo National Monument

Pre-Columbian archaeological site with ancient stone structures

Archaeological Site

Irazú Volcano National Park

National park preserving Irazú volcano and crater landscapes

National Park

Tapantí National Park

Cloud forest park protecting highland rivers and biodiversity

National Park

Barbilla National Park

Caribbean Costa Rica park protecting lowland rainforest

National Park

Siquirres Bucket List

Don't Miss

Siquirres Central Market - Browse Siquirres Central Market for fresh tropical fruits, local staples, and lively trade.
Reventazón river access points - Visit Reventazón river access for fishing, riverside picnics, and occasional boat departures.
Local banana and cacao farms - Arrange short farm visits to learn about banana and cacao cultivation and processing.

Hidden Gems

Small riverside cafés - Find riverside cafés serving simple local meals and coffee with scenic river views.
Community craft stalls - Shop locally made handicrafts and woven goods sold by artisans near the market.
Guided birdwatching walks - Join local guides for dawn birdwatching along forest edges and riverine habitats.

Day Trips

Tortuguero National Park - Take a boat or guided tour from Siquirres to Tortuguero's canals and wildlife.
Braulio Carrillo National Park - Drive into Braulio Carrillo for rainforest hikes, canopy views, and native birdlife.

Best Time to Visit Siquirres #

Caribbean-side Limón is wet much of the year; the drier months (December-April) are easiest for travel and wildlife watching. Expect regular showers even in so-called dry periods.

Rainy Season

May - November · 23 - 31°C (73 - 88°F)

Frequent, heavy tropical rains make rivers rise and some roads slippery; wildlife is abundant and the rainforest is alive, but boat and river tours can be disrupted.

Drier Season

December - April · 24 - 31°C (75 - 88°F)

Relatively drier and sunnier, though clouds still form inland - best time for cacao farms, wildlife watching and easier travel across Limón's lowlands.

Hot Season

March - April · 25 - 33°C (77 - 91°F)

March-April heat peaks with higher humidity; mornings are best for river trips and forest walks, while afternoons often bring quick storms.

Best Time to Visit Siquirres #

Climate

Siquirres's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3922 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit

FebruaryJanuaryMarch

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

30°

Warmest Month

12°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (282 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

282 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

174 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

11.7h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

146 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

193 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (267 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

267 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.5h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (321 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

321 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.6h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (427 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

427 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.6h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (454 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

454 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.3h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (406 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

406 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (488 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

488 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (379 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

379 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

High

11.5h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (385 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

385 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.4h daylight

How to Get to Siquirres

Siquirres is reached primarily by road from San José or Limón. Buses along Route 32 are the standard public option; travel times are several hours from the capital so plan accordingly.

By Air

Juan Santamaría International (SJO): San José’s main airport is the typical entry point for Siquirres. From SJO you can take a bus from San José’s Terminal Atlántico (after transfer from the airport) toward Limón; the road trip to Siquirres along Route 32 takes roughly 2.5-3.5 hours depending on service and traffic.

Limón (LIO) / small regional airports: Limón is closer to the Caribbean coast but services are limited; most international arrivals use SJO and continue by road.

By Train & Bus

Train: Costa Rica has no active intercity passenger rail service that serves Siquirres.

Bus: Public buses run from San José (Terminal Atlántico) to Siquirres and continue toward Limón. Journey time is typically about 2.5-3.5 hours from San José depending on stops; fares are modest (approximately CRC 1,000-2,500 depending on operator and service). Buses are the main practical public option.

How to Get Around Siquirres #

Siquirres is a market town where most local travel is on foot or by local taxi. Intercity buses link Siquirres with Limón, Turrialba and other provincial centres. Roads are the main way to move around; plan bus times ahead of travel and carry cash for fares and market purchases.

Where to Stay in Siquirres #

Budget

Siquirres / Limón area - $25-70/night

Siquirres has a handful of budget guesthouses and basic hotels; for more variety, look to Limón or Puerto Viejo further afield.

Booking: Siquirres listings - Local guesthouses and small hotels.
Booking: Limón city budget hotels - More options in provincial capital.

Mid-Range

Siquirres / Caribbean coast - $70-140/night

Mid-range stays are mostly family-run hotels and coastal guesthouses; expect simple, comfortable rooms and local breakfasts.

Booking: Siquirres & region mid-range - Family-run hotels and B&Bs.
Booking: Cahuita and Caribbean coast - Coastal mid-range stays (drive required).

Luxury

Caribbean coast / Limón - $150+/night

There are very few luxury hotels in Siquirres; upscale travelers usually head to the Caribbean coast or Limón for boutique luxury stays.

Booking: Puerto Viejo luxury and boutique hotels - Best upscale options on the Caribbean coast.
Booking: Limón higher-end hotels - Limited high-end options nearby.

Where to Eat in Siquirres #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Siquirres's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Regional

Chinese

Postres

Pasteleria

Reposteria

Nightlife in Siquirres #

Nightlife in Siquirres is limited to family-run bars, cafés and eateries. There are few formal clubs or regular live-music venues; most evening social life revolves around restaurants and the central plaza area.

Shopping in Siquirres #

Shopping centres on the town’s markets and small shops selling produce, coffee products and everyday items. For larger shopping needs, the provincial capital Limón offers supermarkets and more diverse retail.