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Watch sea turtles nesting by moonlight
Tortuguero Nationalpark, Costa Rica
Experience green sea turtles nesting at night with local guides on the beaches of Tortuguero.
What you can experience here
After dark, green sea turtles come ashore on the beaches of Tortuguero to lay their eggs in the warm sand. You are accompanied by local, certified guides who, with a trained eye and extensive knowledge of the animals’ sensitive behaviour, lead you through the designated beach sections. Silent and equipped only with red light, you watch as the turtles emerge from the sea, dig their nests and complete the nesting before returning to the surf. During the experience, the guides share insights into the life cycle and conservation work around Tortuguero.
The night excursion lasts one to two hours and starts from around 8pm, depending on permit allocation by the national park. The meeting point is usually near the main pier in Tortuguero. You walk to the respective observation zone, with boat or taxi used as needed depending on the location. Group size is limited to a maximum of ten participants. All lighting is regulated and cameras remain switched off so the animals are not disturbed.
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Good to know when planning
- Excursion only possible with a guide, valid permit and national park sticker
- Only red light allowed; photo and video are prohibited during the tour
- Small group with a maximum of 10 people per guide
- Start time is only announced in the evening once permits have been allocated
- Book early, as the number of participants is strictly limited
Where you can book it
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Turtle Nesting at 10pm with certified guide (2 hrs)
from €36
Operator: Tortuguero Native Guide · 4.8 out of 5 (204 reviews)
What others say about Tortuguero Native Guide
Nutzer loben den Anbieter für gut organisierte Touren mit engagierten, sachkundigen und lokalen Guides, die authentische Einblicke in Flora, Fauna und Kultur Tortugueros bieten. Die Kommunikation wirkt professionell und freundlich, die Touren bleiben in positiver Erinnerung.
Operator reviews are based on travellers' opinions and were summarised with the help of AI.
- Book
Turtle Nesting at 8pm with certified guide (2 hrs)
from €36
Operator: Tortuguero Native Guide · 4.8 out of 5 (204 reviews)
What others say about Tortuguero Native Guide
Nutzer loben den Anbieter für gut organisierte Touren mit engagierten, sachkundigen und lokalen Guides, die authentische Einblicke in Flora, Fauna und Kultur Tortugueros bieten. Die Kommunikation wirkt professionell und freundlich, die Touren bleiben in positiver Erinnerung.
Operator reviews are based on travellers' opinions and were summarised with the help of AI.
Categories
- Wildlife watching
- Tours
Where you'll find it
Tortuguero · GFRW+7JC, Limón Province, Pococí, Costa Rica
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Photo credits: Tortuguero Village: Jan Hermeneit, Jan Hermeneit, Sea Turtle Conservancy Derick Gil