Tortuga Lodge: A Rainforest Retreat
Experience Costa Rica's rainforest at Tortuga Lodge: wildlife encounters, eco-luxury, and Tortuguero National Park adventures.
Nestled on the Tortuguero River's bank, Tortuga Lodge offers an immersive rainforest experience with luxurious accommodations and guided nature tours. Explore the canals of Tortuguero National Park, spot diverse wildlife, and witness the sea turtle nesting season.
A brief summary to Tortuga Lodge
- Across from the airstrip, 1 mile north of the Town of Tortuguero Limon Tortuguero, Pococí, Limón Province, 70206, CR
- +1800-963-1195
- Visit website
Local tips
- Pack light; luggage restrictions apply on domestic flights to Tortuguero.
- Bring closed-toe shoes for hikes and dark clothing for turtle nesting tours.
- Book boat transportation to the lodge in advance, as it's essential for arrival.
- Visit between July and October for the green sea turtle nesting season.
- Be prepared for humidity and occasional rain, as Tortuguero is a rainforest.
Getting There
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Boat
Tortuga Lodge is accessible primarily by boat. Most visitors arrive via boat from either La Pavona or Caño Blanco docks. The lodge can arrange private transportation from San José or other destinations to Caño Blanco, followed by a boat ride to the lodge. A shared boat from Caño Blanco to Tortuga Lodge costs $55 per person each way. Alternatively, you can drive to La Pavona and take a public boat for approximately 4000 CRC (~$8 USD) per person. Parking at La Pavona costs around 6000 CRC (~$12 USD) per day. From the Tortuguero airstrip, a taxi boat to the lodge is about $3-5 USD per person.
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Plane
Visitors can fly from San José to Tortuguero Airport (TTQ), a 25-30 minute flight. From the airport, Tortuga Lodge is a short boat ride away. A taxi boat from the airstrip to the lodge costs approximately $3-5 USD per person. Note that there are luggage restrictions of 12 kg/20 pounds on domestic flights.
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