Private Isla Tortuga Tour with Transportation

A private 7 hour Isla Tortuga boat tour with round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Santa Teresa and a 7:30 AM pickup. Private boat and captain, bilingual guide, snorkeling equipment, lunch and drinks are included; the base rate includes 1 to 5 guests.

A private 7 hour Isla Tortuga boat tour with round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Santa Teresa and a 7:30 AM pickup. Private boat and captain, bilingual guide, snorkeling equipment, lunch and drinks are included; the base rate includes 1 to 5 guests.

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Overview

Travel from Santa Teresa to Tambor with round trip transportation included, then continue by private boat for a full day Isla Tortuga experience with your own group. The itinerary includes Spider Monkey Island, a guided snorkeling session of approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, lunch, fresh fruit and drinks, followed by free time on Isla Tortuga to swim, relax, kayak or explore. The base price includes 1 to 5 guests, and additional guests can be added for $80 per person up to a maximum of 12. It is a comfortable and flexible way to spend the day on the Gulf of Nicoya while keeping the boat experience private.

Pickup & Return

Pickup & return included from Santa Teresa. Playa Hermosa, Malpaís, Cabuya & Santa Teresa Hills: +$10 per person.

What's Included

Accommodation pickup & return

Private VIP boat & captain

Bilingual guide

Snorkeling equipment

Snacks & lunch

Drinks

What to Bring

Swimsuit

Towel

Sunscreen

Comfortable clothes

Camera or phone (waterproof recommended)

Tour Itinerary

Departure
Transport from Santa Teresa to Tambor. Boat departs in the morning.

Spider Monkey Island and Snorkeling
We first visit Monkey Island, followed by a guided snorkeling session in the crystal clear waters around the island, where you’ll snorkel for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour at one of the best spots.

Arrival at Isla Tortuga
We arrive at Tortuga Island, where our team will be waiting for you with a tropical lunch, chicken or fish, with a vegetarian option available, along with fresh fruits and drinks. You’ll have time to relax, enjoy the surroundings, and explore the island at your own pace.

Free Time
Swim, relax on the beach, kayak, or explore the island at your own pace.

Return
Boat back to Tambor, transport to Santa Teresa. Arrive late afternoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are included in the Tortuga Island tour?

The experience includes the boat trip through the Gulf of Nicoya, snorkeling, time on Tortuga Island, snacks, fruit and drinks, plus lunch with a choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian option. Kayaking and banana boat rides on the island are optional extras and are not included.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. A mask, snorkel and fins fitted to your shoe size are included, and a life jacket is available if you prefer to use one. The guide chooses the snorkeling area according to the day's conditions and where marine life is most active.

What should I bring to Tortuga Island?

Bring a swimsuit, towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen, a change of clothes and comfortable sandals or footwear. A waterproof phone case is especially useful if you want to take your phone snorkeling. Drinks are included during the tour.

What is the best time of year to visit Tortuga Island?

December through April usually brings the most stable weather, more sunny days and generally better snorkeling visibility. The island can still be visited from May through November, when rain is more common and marine life can also be very active. Tours do not operate when conditions are considered unsafe.

What wildlife can I see around Tortuga Island?

Possible sightings include dolphins, rays, sea turtles, tropical fish, pelicans and frigatebirds. On the island you may also see peccaries, iguanas and peacocks. Humpback whales can sometimes be encountered during their migration seasons, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

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Your booking

TravelersUp to 5 included · max 12
1

Additional guests: $80 each.

Total USD$700
Deposit today$140
To your guide · cash or card$560

Santa Teresa

Pickup & Return

Your booking

TravelersUp to 5 included · max 12
1

Additional guests: $80 each.

Total USD$700
Deposit today$140
To your guide · cash or card$560

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are included in the Tortuga Island tour?

The experience includes the boat trip through the Gulf of Nicoya, snorkeling, time on Tortuga Island, snacks, fruit and drinks, plus lunch with a choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian option. Kayaking and banana boat rides on the island are optional extras and are not included.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. A mask, snorkel and fins fitted to your shoe size are included, and a life jacket is available if you prefer to use one. The guide chooses the snorkeling area according to the day's conditions and where marine life is most active.

What should I bring to Tortuga Island?

Bring a swimsuit, towel, hat or cap, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen, a change of clothes and comfortable sandals or footwear. A waterproof phone case is especially useful if you want to take your phone snorkeling. Drinks are included during the tour.

What is the best time of year to visit Tortuga Island?

December through April usually brings the most stable weather, more sunny days and generally better snorkeling visibility. The island can still be visited from May through November, when rain is more common and marine life can also be very active. Tours do not operate when conditions are considered unsafe.

What wildlife can I see around Tortuga Island?

Possible sightings include dolphins, rays, sea turtles, tropical fish, pelicans and frigatebirds. On the island you may also see peccaries, iguanas and peacocks. Humpback whales can sometimes be encountered during their migration seasons, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

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