Turtle Watching Tour
Playa Minas constitutes one the most important nesting sites in Costa Rica. Large numbers of turtles arrive from October until May and usually at night. For this tour you will be picked up at the hotel and taken to Playa Las Minas where turtles are nesting. You will be able to see the black turtles and if you are lucky there will also be some of the very rare leatherback turtles. The beautiful scene of the stars, the moon and the ocean makes the perfect set-up for this incredible experience with nature. In addition the guides will provide infra red light, so that you will be able to clearly see the turtles
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Turtle Watching Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Turtle Watching Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Departure: 6:00 pm Playa Minas constitutes one the most important nesting sites in Costa Rica. Large numbers of turtles arrive from October until April and usually at night. For this tour you will be picked up at the hotel and taken to Playa Las Minas where turtles are nesting. You will be able to see the black turtles and if you are lucky there will also be some of the very rare leatherback turtles. The beautiful scene of the stars, the moon and the ocean makes the perfect set-up for this incredible experience with nature. Your guide will have infra red light, so that you will be able to clearly see the turtles and take your own pictures. Expect some waiting time and be prepared to sit on the sand. To make sure that you see the turtles it is sometime necessary to take a hike to a close by beach. What to bring: Walking shoes, dark clothes, insect repellent and *NO FLASH camera.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Transportation from Riu / coco beach / papagayo area $30 per person/ JW Marriott, junquillal beach and avellanas
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Just let us know your location and we will pick you up . Tamarindo and surrounding area. Hotel Occidental Langosta Beach
