Costa Rica · Beach & Island

Visit Tortuga Island with Lunch from San José

14 Hours Round trip from Alajuela Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day trip to Isla Tortuga from San José
02 Scenic boat ride through the Gulf of Nicoya
03 Dolphin watching, conditions permitting
04 45 minutes of included snorkeling
05 Free time to relax on Tortuga Island
06 Lunch, fresh fruits, and coffee with aperitif included
07 Turquoise waters and protected beach scenery

Spend the day discovering Isla Tortuga, a protected island in the Gulf of Nicoya known for its turquoise waters, white-sand beach, and laid-back tropical scenery. This full-day experience combines a scenic journey from San José with time on the water and on the island, making it a great choice for travellers who want to enjoy Costa Rica’s coastline in one memorable outing.

Along the way, enjoy views of the country’s mountainous landscapes, a panoramic boat tour through the islands of the gulf, and a dolphin-watching experience if conditions permit. Once on Tortuga Island, snorkel from the beach, enjoy lunch and fresh fruit, and relax beneath the palm trees while taking in the spectacular surroundings.

Spend the day discovering Isla Tortuga, a protected island in the Gulf of Nicoya known for its turquoise waters, white-sand beach, and laid-back tropical scenery.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Puntarenas, Alajuela, Nicoya

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

During the transfer from your place of lodging to our dock in Puntarenas. You will be able to see the characteristic mountainous landscapes of our country. Once at our dock we proceed to do the dolphin watching for 15 minutesWe will make a panoramic tour of the islands of the Gulf of Nicoya until we reach the Island. You will have 45 minutes to do the snorkeling activity included in our tour. You will enjoy free time on Isla Tortuga, where you will receive a delicious lunch and then relax under the beautiful palm trees, watching this spectacular beach scenery.

The route