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Turtle Beach Lodge: A Secluded Jungle Paradise

Discover a secluded eco-lodge in Costa Rica's Tortuguero National Park, accessible by boat, offering jungle trails and pristine beaches.

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Nestled within Tortuguero National Park, Turtle Beach Lodge offers a secluded retreat with jungle trails, a private canal, and a pristine beach. Accessible only by boat or plane, this eco-lodge provides an immersive experience in Costa Rica's 'Amazon'.

A brief summary to Turtle Beach Lodge

  • canales Tortuguero, la Estacion Cano Palma, Pococí, San Francisco de Tortuguero, Limón Province, 70206, CR
  • +50688376969
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Local tips

  • Pack light clothing, swimwear, and insect repellent for your stay.
  • Bring binoculars to enhance wildlife viewing opportunities.
  • Consider visiting during turtle nesting season (July-October) for a unique experience.
  • Book tours and transportation in advance, especially during peak season.
  • Respect the environment and follow the guidelines provided by your naturalist guide.
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Getting There

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    The final approach to Turtle Beach Lodge invariably involves a boat trip. Most travelers arrive at either La Pavona or Moin docks. From La Pavona, the boat trip to Tortuguero takes approximately 1.5 hours and costs around $8 per person. From Moin, the boat trip is longer, around 3.5 hours. Ensure your boat operator knows you are going to Turtle Beach Lodge, which is located a few miles north of Tortuguero village. The lodge can arrange boat transfers from Tortuguero village.

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Turtle Beach Lodge, located five miles north of Tortuguero village in the Limón Province, is a secluded 175-acre resort within Tortuguero National Park. This eco-lodge is accessible only by boat or plane, offering a unique and immersive experience in what is known as the 'Amazon of Costa Rica'. The lodge features miles of jungle trails, a private canal, and a half-mile of private beach adjoining even more isolated beaches. Guests can explore the diverse ecosystem, home to endangered sea turtles, crocodiles, manatees, jaguars, monkeys, three-toed sloths, and over 350 species of birds. The lodge's location within the national park provides direct rainforest access. The lodge offers comfortable rooms with fans, tiled floors, and warm showers. Some rooms are located in the gardens, while others are in the jungle, just 50 meters from the beach. The grounds feature a turtle-shaped pool, a hammock hut, and an array of native flowers, plants, and herbs. Guests can also enjoy exotic fruits such as lemons, papayas, mangoes, bananas, avocados, and coconuts. Turtle Beach Lodge is committed to sustainable initiatives and community development. The lodge offers packages that include transportation from San José, naturalist guides, lodging, meals, boat tours, and hiking tours. Activities include exploring the canals, hiking in the jungle, visiting the town of Tortuguero, and observing the turtle nesting season.

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