Tortuga Island, Costa Rica

Tortuga island is an uninhabited tropical island in Costa Rica with pristine white sand, palm trees and crystal clear blue water. It is a perfect location for swimming, snorkeling and lazing on the beach. It is also offers opportunities for bird watching and hiking.

Tortuga Island can only be reached by tour. Nearly all of the tours headed for the island of Tortuga are based out of San Jose. They include both ends of the two hour trip to Puntarenas

Things to See and Do

* Scuba diving and snorkeling
* Boat tours
* Sport fishing
* Canopy tours
* Kayaking

General information

Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency - Costa Rican colón (CRC)
Language – Spanish
Population – 0
Land Area – 7.5 km²
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time - GMT minus six hours
International Country Telephone Code – +506

Travel Links – Access to Tortuga island is available by boat from San Jose and Puntarenas.