Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica is north of Limon on the Caribbean coast. Tortuguero National Park beaches are the major nesting area of the green sea turtle in Costa Rica. Nesting season stretches from July into the middle of October, when thousands of turtles arrive to lay eggs
Tortugueros Winding Waterways.
Tortugero ParkTours take boat rides on dugout through the natural inland waterways, where you may spy even more wildlife all year 'round. Sloths, Howler and Spider and Capuchin monkeys, toucans and butterflies. You can take a guide or just paddle around on your own. Either way, a leisurely trip through these canals is one of the most relaxing things you can do in the entire country. Just be sure to bring bug spray, and be sure to use it.
Of course, some people would rather catch the fish than merely observe them. The tarpon action is some of the best on the planet, and several fishing outfits can hook you up
Camping Out and Swimming.
Camping is permitted, but it gets very wet here even when it's not rainy season. Also, the grounds are strewn with deadly snakes. Swimming in the shark-infested waters off the main beach is also not a great idea. If the sharks don't get you, the severe rip tide of the surf will.
Getting There.
This is a water world kind of place where all transportation is by boat. Boats depart for Tortuguero from Limon and Barra Colorado. You may also take a boat from Moin. Make lodging reservations in advance, as they fill up fast here.
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