Isla Tortuga – Turtle Island

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Isla Tortuga is one of the most beautiful trips that can be included in the program during a stay in Costa Rica. It is a boat trip to one of the best-known islands on the Pacific coast, combining a coastal boat ride, tropical atmosphere, swimming, time on the beach and the option of snorkeling. Activities like this help shape a fishing holiday in Costa Rica so that it makes sense not only for anglers, but also for a partner, family or other members of the group.

During the boat ride around the islands and along the Costa Rican coast, it is sometimes possible to observe local nature and marine life – for example seabirds, sea turtles, manta rays or other animals typical for this area. The boat ride itself is part of the experience, as it shows Costa Rica from a different perspective than a stay on the beach or land-based trips.

After arriving at Isla Tortuga, you can enjoy an island setting with a beach, clear water and a pleasant tropical atmosphere. Time on the island can be used for relaxing under the palm trees, swimming in the sea, walking along the beach or resting after a previous fishing program. Drinks, coffee, cocktails and small souvenirs can be purchased on the island. Lunch must be ordered in advance.

The trip can also include snorkeling. Depending on current conditions, snorkeling takes place directly from the boat near a reef located approximately 300 meters from the island. For guests who want to enjoy the trip more actively, this is a pleasant way to add another water-based experience to a beach day. Snorkeling equipment rental is handled separately for an additional fee.

Indicative tour schedule:

• boat departure from the resort according to the agreed time and current conditions,
• boat ride along the coast and around the islands, approximately 45 minutes,
• arrival at Isla Tortuga and free time on the island,
• swimming, beach relaxation, walking or optional snorkeling,
• possibility to buy refreshments, drinks, coffee, cocktails and small souvenirs on the island,
• return boat ride back to the resort.

Tour Isla Tortuga – basic information:

• total duration: maximum 5 hours,
• boat ride from the resort: approximately 45 minutes,
• island entry: free,
• base price: 4,620 CZK for 1–5 people, maximum 5 hours, including transport,
• the tour can be shared by guests at the resort by mutual agreement, allowing the total price to be split among more participants,
• each additional person: 440 CZK,
• each additional hour: 1,100 CZK,
• snorkeling equipment rental: 220 CZK,
• lunch on the island: Casado with fish or meat – 220 CZK,
• lunch must be ordered at least 1 day in advance.

A practical advantage of this trip is the possibility for guests to agree on sharing the tour directly at the resort. If more clients are interested in visiting Isla Tortuga on the same date, they can join together into one group by mutual agreement and split the total price of the trip among more participants. This can make the boat trip more cost-effective and at the same time turn it into a pleasant shared experience for several guests.

The trip to Isla Tortuga works well as a relaxing day between fishing trips, but also as a main program for accompanying guests who do not take part in the fishing itself. For anglers, it can be a welcome break after a more demanding day on the water, while for a partner, family or other members of the group it offers a clear and attractive experience – boat, ocean, beach, swimming and tropical atmosphere.

Within the overall stay, the trip to Isla Tortuga can be seen as one part of the mosaic that creates a holiday in Costa Rica. Some days may be focused on fishing in Costa Rica, while others can be dedicated to relaxation, trips or other activities in Costa Rica. This makes it possible to shape the program so that it is not one-sided and so that every member of the group can find a part of the stay that makes sense for them.

The exact course of the trip is always arranged according to the date, current conditions, weather, availability and group structure. When planning the stay, we therefore recommend including Isla Tortuga as one of the possible activities within the broader program and then confirming it together with the other parts of the trip. This makes it easier to combine fishing, accommodation, relaxation and supporting activities into one functional holiday concept.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Isla Tortuga

How long does the Isla Tortuga trip take?

The total duration of the trip is currently up to 5 hours. The boat ride from the resort takes approximately 45 minutes. The exact course of the trip is always arranged according to weather, sea conditions and current program organization.

Is transport included in the price?

Yes. The base price of the trip includes boat transport within the program. The price is set for 1–5 people and a maximum tour duration of 5 hours.

Can the trip be shared with other guests?

Yes. If several guests at the resort are interested in the Isla Tortuga trip on the same date, they can join together into one group by mutual agreement. The total price of the trip can then be split among more participants, which is a practical option especially for boat trips with a fixed base price.

Is entry to Isla Tortuga paid?

According to the current information, entry to the island is free. Refreshments, lunch, snorkeling equipment or other services are handled separately depending on what the group wants to use during the trip.

Is snorkeling possible during the trip?

Yes. The trip can also include snorkeling. Depending on conditions, snorkeling takes place directly from the boat near a reef located approximately 300 meters from the island. Snorkeling equipment rental is available for an additional fee.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch is not automatically included in the base price of the trip. On the island, it is possible to order Casado with fish or meat. Lunch must be ordered at least 1 day in advance.

Is the trip suitable for accompanying guests who do not want to fish?

Yes. For a partner, family or other members of the group, Isla Tortuga is a very attractive activity. It offers a relaxing day by the ocean, beach atmosphere and a pleasant program outside the fishing itself.

Can Isla Tortuga be combined with a fishing stay?

Yes. The trip fits very well into the concept of a fishing holiday in Costa Rica. It can serve as a relaxing day between fishing trips or as a program for accompanying guests while part of the group focuses on fishing.

Does the trip need to be arranged in advance?

Yes, we recommend arranging the trip in advance as part of the overall stay planning. Availability, date, lunch, snorkeling and the exact course of the program may vary depending on weather, number of people, current conditions and overall organization.

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