What You Need to Know before visiting

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The Tortuguero National Park is located in the Costa Rican village of Tortuguero on the northern Caribbean coast.

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It is home to thousands of miles of protected waterways and land that can be accessed by canoe or kayak tours as well as by hiking.

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This area is also a protected area for green sea turtle nesting.

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Peak green sea turtle nesting time (July to late September)

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Keep in mind that you are not allowed to take pictures or get too close to the turtles.

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It is usually possible to book your tour at your hotel, but during peak season the tours can book out.

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Keep in mind that the village is only accessible by boat from the village of La Pavona on the mainland.

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It's a fun boat ride that feels a little like entering Jurassic Park

What You Need to Know before visiting

Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica

The Tortuguero National Park is located in the Costa Rican village of Tortuguero on the northern Caribbean coast.

It is home to thousands of miles of protected waterways and land that can be accessed by canoe or kayak tours as well as by hiking.

This area is also a protected area for green sea turtle nesting.

Peak green sea turtle nesting time (July to late September)

Keep in mind that you are not allowed to take pictures or get too close to the turtles.

It is usually possible to book your tour at your hotel, but during peak season the tours can book out.

Keep in mind that the village is only accessible by boat from the village of La Pavona on the mainland.

It's a fun boat ride that feels a little like entering Jurassic Park

It's a fun boat ride that feels a little like entering Jurassic Park

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