Isla Tortuga, Island destination in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
The white sand shores of Isla Tortuga stretch along the Pacific Ocean, offering visitors direct access to clear waters for swimming and snorkeling activities.
During the late 17th century, this secluded island in the Nicoya Peninsula served as a strategic location for pirates navigating the Pacific waters of Costa Rica.
Local tour guides share their knowledge of marine conservation while leading visitors through the island's diverse ecosystem and underwater marine sanctuaries.
Day trips to Isla Tortuga depart regularly from Puntarenas, Montezuma, and Jaco, with boat journeys lasting approximately ninety minutes each way.
Three shipwrecks beneath the waters surrounding Isla Tortuga create artificial reefs where divers can observe octopuses, manta rays, and tropical fish species.
Location: Puntarenas Province
GPS coordinates: 9.76830,-84.89310
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:48
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