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Playa Tortuga: Turquoise Waters and Dolphins
4.3
73 Ratings
San José
Embark on a Tortuga Island tour from San José and experience the ecological paradise of Playa Tortuga. Enjoy a day of swimming in turquoise waters and exploring a protected forest.
Embark on a Tortuga Island tour from San José and experience the ecological paradise of Playa Tortuga. Enjoy a day of swimming in turquoise waters and exploring a protected forest.
Duration:
15 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- San Jose - Depart from the capital heading towards Puntarenas, where the boat will be boarded to reach Tortuga Island.
- Orotina - Pause for breakfast in Orotina, please note breakfast is not included.
- Tortuga Island - Embark on a tour to the stunning Tortuga Island via boat. Enjoy views of iconic islands and dolphins en route. Upon…
- San Jose - Depart from the capital heading towards Puntarenas, where the boat will be boarded to reach Tortuga Island.
- Orotina - Pause for breakfast in Orotina, please note breakfast is not included.
- Tortuga Island - Embark on a tour to the stunning Tortuga Island via boat. Enjoy views of iconic islands and dolphins en route. Upon arrival, enjoy 5 hours of beach time to relax and savor the sea.
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Puntarenas - Stop to purchase snacks or coffee. (Not included)
Continue the journey back to San José to drop off clients. Return time may vary due to traffic conditions.
What's Included
- Dolphin watching (conditions permitting)
- Snorkeling on the Beach
- Lunch
- Fresh Fruits
- Coffee with aperitif
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dolphin watching (conditions permitting)
- Snorkeling on the Beach
- Lunch
- Fresh Fruits
- Coffee with aperitif
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Tip
- Breakfast
- Tip
- Breakfast
Additional Information
Experience the enchantment of Playa Tortuga, a stunning beach situated in the Gulf of Nicoya, 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas. Known as Tolinga by the indigenous people, Playa Tortuga spans 120 hectares and is preserved as a protected forest. It has proudly held the Ecological Blue Flag for over five years, a recognition given to beaches in the…
Experience the enchantment of Playa Tortuga, a stunning beach situated in the Gulf of Nicoya, 12 nautical miles from Puntarenas. Known as Tolinga by the indigenous people, Playa Tortuga spans 120 hectares and is preserved as a protected forest. It has proudly held the Ecological Blue Flag for over five years, a recognition given to beaches in the country with pristine, pollution-free waters. Its unique geographical features result in turquoise waters, perfect for swimming.
Location
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(73 Ratings)
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Happiness280998
Jun 23, 2025
The Rain Didn’t Win - On time pickup, good driver, efficient stop in Orotina for food and souvenirs. Guillermo was a great guide on the boat and Tortuga island. We saw wildlife and a dolphin family. Fun time all around!
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I9181yvcynthiar
Nov 7, 2024
Must-see Turtle Island - Excellent tour, saw monkeys, snorkeled, gave us lunch and accompanied us to the hike that can be done on the island with extra cost, highly recommended
Excellent tour
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Carmenmj3306hr
Oct 30, 2024
Good organization - Beautiful place, we managed to see dolphins and spider monkeys, the weather was quite favorable. Good organization and on time.
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Alexacc6662hs
Oct 13, 2024
The comfort and kindness of the people in charge was the best - Very good experience and quite comfortable price. It was great fun and very good service from Josef, Derman, Steven and Joel
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Kelvin_g
Sep 13, 2024
Great experience - Everything about my stay was absolutely wonderful. I plan on coming back. Very soon. The food, the people and the country is absolutely beautiful.
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Trail06947512505
Jun 2, 2025
Professional workers - Bus Driver & Tour Guide were great! Very professional. They were knowledgeable and organized.My only complaint was the beach itself. Not what was expected at all. Beach was rocky and not swimming friendly. Other then the beach good time overall
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Hptorres
Oct 23, 2024
Not a bad choice. - Good location to visit, Isla Tortuga is nice. The price we paid was fair since it included lunch.
There was a traffic jam and we were late, but we felt rushed, not ideal for a full day tour.
The breakup place was ok, coffee was great.
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Jonathan_m
Sep 9, 2024
Tourist Trap. Not Worth It - It was an okay trip. The food options were not great (bland tasting) and some instructions were left out until we already heading to the beach (e.g. couldn’t bring your own food onto the bus or should have a change of clothes). The best part was sitting on the beach but the beach setup felt touristy. Spent most of the day on the bus or boat getting to the island. Wouldn’t recommend doing this trip.
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317familytravel
Jun 26, 2025
Not worth the money. - – Not Worth the Price
We booked a pricey tour to Tortuga Island that promised a light breakfast, snorkeling, a banana boat ride, lunch on the beach, and beach chairs. We paid extra for the all inclusive option for 3 people. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to expectations.
The boat arrived late, and the “light breakfast” was just a ham sandwich and a piece of watermelon. Snorkeling was a huge letdown — the water was so murky you couldn’t see a thing, and after five minutes, we were told to get back on the boat. We had paid an extra $35 per person for snorkeling, and the only compensation offered was two alcoholic drinks.
Lunch was basic and average, and while drinks like water, coffee, and soda were complimentary, it didn’t make up for the overall value. Beach chairs were scarce and unorganized, and we had to dig one out and find our own spot.
The banana boat ride was the highlight — fun and well-run. The staff were kind and helpful, like most people in Costa Rica. The island itself is beautiful, but overcrowded and simply not worth the high cost.
For a better experience, visit Playa Blanca or Manuel Antonio on your own — you’ll get more for your money.
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Rosamaria_p
Jun 26, 2025
False expectations !!! - Very expensive for, the service, bad diet, raw rice, salad without dressings hard protein, fruit mince, without variety, improvisation of dressing rooms , there are no suitable places, a house for this purpose, they did not wait for the dolphins to come out, they left us retired in front of the hotel of collection in the middle of downpour, only coffee without cookies.
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