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A short boat ride from Puntarenas takes you to Tortuga Island’s sandy beaches, snorkeling spots and a beachfront ceviche lunch. Expect chair-and-umbrella comfort, basic facilities, a viewpoint walk and snorkeling with provided gear.
A short boat ride from Puntarenas takes you to Tortuga Island’s sandy beaches, snorkeling spots and a beachfront ceviche lunch. Expect chair-and-umbrella comfort, basic facilities, a viewpoint walk and snorkeling with provided gear.
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Operated by Kavelas Tours · Puntarenas, Puntarenas
The motor hums as the pier recedes and the Gulf of Nicoya opens before you; salt air cuts sharp, and mangrove channels give way to wide blue where Tortuga Island’s white sand waits. The boat pushes through a corridor of palms and mudflats, dolphins sometimes peeling off the bow, the sea daring you to shrug off the city and step into a simpler rhythm.
easy.
4–6 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks on sand and a brief climb to a viewpoint.
Most outings are 4–6 hours door‑to‑door and include round‑trip transfer, boat ride, lunch (ceviche and fruit), drinks, beach chairs, and basic snorkeling gear.
Yes — life jackets are provided; non‑swimmers can snorkel in shallow areas or swim with a guide but should stay within marked zones.
Yes — the tour is family-friendly with chairs, shade and facilities; infants must sit on an adult’s lap during transfers.
The operator cancels for bad weather or insufficient travelers with full refunds if canceled at least 24 hours in advance, per their policy.
The Gulf islands were long used by coastal fishermen and small-scale traders; tourism grew in recent decades as boat access improved.
Practice leave-no-trace on the island: pack out any non-biodegradable waste and use reef‑safe sunscreen; operators often limit group sizes to reduce impact.
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