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