Tortuga Island is a beautiful destination off Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula coast. It is a getaway that has it all – stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and plenty of activities to keep visitors entertained. People love visiting this island on a day trip from Jaco, Puntarenas, or Montezuma. It only takes about an hour-and-a-half by boat to reach Tortuga Island from these locations. Once you’re there, you can melt away your woes under the bright sunshine and lose yourself in the island’s exciting activities. If this has piqued your interest, here is a guide for visiting Tortuga Island, Costa Rica. 

It is relatively straightforward to get to Tortuga Island. If you’re traveling from an international destination, flying into Juan Santamaria International Airport is your best bet. From there, you would go to Montezuma, Jaco, or Puntarenas. You can reach these destinations by car, shuttle, or ferry (depending on the city). These cities are the launchpad for many day tours to Tortuga Island. Day tours include a boat ride to the island, less than two hours from start to finish. 

We can set up a full-day tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco, Reserve Here!

There are many activities that Tortuga Island offers guests. Here are a few of the most exciting offerings: 

Explore by hiking
Hiking is one of the best ways to explore the canopy. You can trek Tortuga Island’s summit for outstanding views and tropical birds

Water sports and ocean activities
Tortuga Island’s waters offer visitors exceptional options for water sports and ocean activities. If you’re a fan of snorkeling or scuba diving, you’ll find some terrific spots here. This island has dive spots suitable for all experience levels. While underwater, you can expect to see fish, manta rays, octopuses, and sharks (nothing too scary, though). There are also several shipwrecks off the shore. 

Spending time on the beach
There are spectacular beaches everywhere you go on this island. This destination has the softest powdery white-sand beaches with deep blue waters. While there, you can rent umbrellas and beach chairs to take advantage of this island’s pristine coastlines. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also enjoy swimming, beach volleyball, kayaking, and other ocean activities. 

Our tour at Costa Rica Elite includes transportation to the island, a small breakfast, lunch, beverages, plus rum punch and margaritas. And to spend the day snorkeling, banana tube ride, and hike. And finally, get out of the sun on beach chairs and umbrellas. Reserve Here!

While you can certainly visit at any time, certain months are better than others. If you want great weather, visit between December and May. These months are Tortuga Island’s dry season. You don’t want your plans hampered by stormy weather!  

There are no hotels, resorts, or accommodations on Tortuga Island. You’ll have to stay on the Costa Rican mainland. The places mentioned above, Jaco, Montezuma, and Puntarenas, are all excellent bases for a tour to Tortuga Island. 

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Tortuga Island is generally a very safe place to be. Like any tropical destination, it’s essential to be aware of the sun. Make sure that you bring reef-safe sunblock to avoid burning. Also, for your safety and the safety of the local wildlife, make sure you keep your distance. The monkeys may be cute and curious, but you don’t want them to walk off with your belongings! Finally, make sure you pay attention to weather and water conditions before participating in any activities. 

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