TORTUGA ISLAND COSTA RICA

Tortuga Island is One of Nature's few Unspoiled Gem's, and a Only a Short Day Trip From Jaco Beach

Conjure up your most vivid visions of an idyllic tropical island paradise, and chances are Tortuga Island off the coast of Jaco Beach in Costa Rica comes fairly close to your visualizations.

Tortuga Island is the most heavily visited locale among a small chain of islands located in Costa Rica’s Gulf of Nicoya. Technically speaking, Tortuga island is actually two small islands – both of which are completely uninhabited, which is exactly what tourists that flock to this tranquil destination are seeking, unspoiled natural beauty in its purest form. Tortuga Island is truly a pristine slice of the tropics to rival all others, and boasts peaceful crystal clear waters and plenty of the proverbial white sand beaches one would expect when visiting an island destination with such an impeccable reputation.
Due to Tortuga’s amazing water clarity, diversity of sea life, and sensational volcanic rock reefs - snorkeling and diving are two of the main draws that pull tourists to this island from all corners of the globe. Tortuga island Costa Rica boasts an intense variety of exotic marine life and on any given day one can see Porcupine Fish, Spotted Eagle Rays, Morays, King Angelfish, Dolphins, Manta Rays and any number of other wild colorful and playful sea rarities. However world class water activities are far from the only reason to visit, as simply spending a day laying out on Tortuga Islands epic white sand beaches is a sufficient reason for many, as the natural stress relief and relaxation this Zen like locale provides is simply unmatched.

Many of the day tour operators in and around Jaco Beach offer various packages that will get you out to Tortuga Island for a what very well may serve as the highlight of your Costa Rican vacation. When taking a Tortuga Island tour you can relish in the splendor of the islands bright green mountains and dry rain forest and marvel at the Many of the Tortuga Island trips are also bundled with other Jaco Beach activities and include lunch, BBQ on Tortuga’s white sand beaches and, of course, alcoholic beverages – after all, you are on vacation.