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Tortuga Island Full-Day Tour from San José with Lunch
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Tortuga Island Full-Day Tour from San José with Lunch

by Inside Tours Costa Rica

12 hours
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12 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$207$230Save 10%
2 adults × $103.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This full-day bus and boat tour from San José includes a trip to Tortuga Island with about five hours of beach time. The tour begins with a two-hour drive from San José to Puntarenas, where passengers board a boat to travel across the Gulf of Nicoya. During the boat ride, there is a 45-minute dolphin watching segment, which is a natural event and not controlled, and views of the surrounding islands. Upon arrival at Tortuga Island, guests take part in a 45-minute snorkeling session with equipment provided, weather permitting. After snorkeling, there is a five-hour period for relaxing on the beach, either under palm trees or in the sun, with access to the sea for swimming. The return trip involves a two-hour drive back to San José from Puntarenas. The tour lasts between 12 to 18 hours and includes lunch, fresh seasonal fruits, tea, coffee, carbonated beverages, all fees and taxes, in-vehicle air conditioning, snorkeling equipment (if conditions allow), and a guide. Breakfast and tips are not included.

Highlights

Dolphin watching during boat ride
Snorkeling session with equipment included
Five hours of beach time on Tortuga Island
Lunch and fresh seasonal fruits provided
Travel from San José to Puntarenas by bus
Return trip from Puntarenas to San José

What's included

Lunch provided during the tour
Dolphin watching as a natural event during the boat ride
Tea and coffee served
All fees and taxes included
Fresh seasonal fruits offered
Air conditioning in the vehicle
Carbonated beverages included
Snorkeling tour with equipment if conditions allow
Guide throughout the tour

What's not included

Tips for the guide and staff
Breakfast before the tour

Itinerary

1

Puntarenas

Travel from San José to Puntarenas by bus, which takes about two hours, to board the boat for Tortuga Island.

120 min

2

Puntarenas

During the boat ride to Tortuga Island, there is a 45-minute dolphin watching opportunity and views of the islands in the Gulf of Nicoya.

45 min

3

Tortuga Island

On arrival at Tortuga Island, guests participate in a 45-minute snorkeling activity with provided equipment, depending on weather conditions.

45 min

4

Tortuga Island

Guests have five hours to relax on the beach, either under palm trees or sunbathing, and can swim in the turquoise sea.

300 min

5

Puntarenas

After the beach time, the group returns by boat to Puntarenas and then travels by bus back to San José, which takes about two hours.

120 min

Meeting point

We will send the times via WhatsApp the day before your departure. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number that can receive messages. If you do not provide a valid number, we will notify you by email or through Viator.

End point

We will send the times via WhatsApp the day before your departure. Please ensure you provide a valid phone number that can receive messages. If you do not provide a valid number, we will notify you by email or through Viator.

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
$207Save 10% vs Viator