The area of Tortuguero is rightfully called “The Amazon of Costa Rica” because access is only by boat on Jungle Rivers. Turtle Beach Lodge, 5 miles north of the town of Tortuguero, is a secluded resort spanning 175 acres with miles of jungle trails, a meandering private canal, and a half mile of beach adjoining still more isolated beaches.

The lodge accommodates approximately 25 guests; assisted by a well trained staff and guides who ease you into an exciting jungle experience. Stay in the beautifully landscaped cabinas, swim in our turtle shaped pool, relax in the adjacent shady hammock hut with food and drink from the restaurant and bar.

From late June to early October the prime turtle season brings thousands of Atlantic Green Sea Turtles to the beaches of Tortuguero. Leatherback and Hawksbill Sea Turtles, in lesser numbers, arrive to lay eggs from November to May. Come join us for the opportunity to look for these Sea Turtles, and watch their young as they hatch and scamper to the sea. Other common sites are Monkeys, Blue Morpho butterflies, colorful poison Dart frogs, Three-toed Sloths, Parrots, Toucans, and many exotic species of birds.

LODGE & GROUNDS

75-acres of beautifully landscaped tropical grounds, jungle, and beach.

Comfortable rooms include hot showers, fans, tiled floors, 2 large windows, one double bed, two twins, or one of each per room.

Large thatched-roof, open air restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

Delightful turtle-shaped pool and hammock hut complex located by restaurant

A friendly and well informed staff to help you make the most of your stay!

GROUNDS Small round tables & chairs dot the landscape near the boat dock, paths, and beach inviting you to pause and enjoy the wonder of it all. 175 acres of beautifully landscaped tropical grounds and jungle are a lot to discover. Our grounds abound with colorful flowers, herbs, vegetables, and trees that are native to Costa Rica with exotic fruits such as lemons, papaya, mango, bananas, avocado, and of course coconuts. Ask our gardener, to open a coconut with his machete and let you sample the delicious sweet fruit. Better yet, take our Garden Tour for a blend of plant identification, local customs and myth.

OUR ROOMS Our rooms feature comfortable beds, fans, cool tiled floors, warm showers, and two wide windows that let in gentle breezes and melodic sounds from the jungle as you fall asleep and awaken. Rooms are available with one double bed, two twins, or one double and one twin.

THE BEACH Greet the morning with a cup of coffee and a stroll on the beach at sunrise. Relax with ocean breezes in comfortable hammocks on a beach shaded by palms, or write postcards at a table with your toes in the sand. The beach on the property is a half mile long with miles of deserted beach in either direction. It’s like being at the end of the world.

JUNGLE TRAIL Let our guide take you on an informative walk, day or night, on miles of our jungle trails, or go alone and enjoy the stillness. Start just steps from your room and meander all the way to The Canal of Palms. In the jungle, as well as throughout the rest of the property you will enjoy the chatter of colorful birds, three kinds of monkeys, and a wide variety of other kinds of wildlife.

PRIVATE JUNGLE CANAL As our boat turns off of The Canal of Palms and winds down our narrow private canal you will feel the jungle closing around you. Our Turtle Beach Lodge canal has been described as “a million dollar entrance.” The black-water reflects the mirror image of exotic thick jungle on either side. Caimans and colorful lizards scurry for safety into the water and birds cry out a greeting

GOURMET DINNING Enjoy exotic drinks and dining that combine local cuisine with fresh fruits and vegetables providing 3 delicious, healthy meals served daily. Dine with a group of fellow travelers to share in lively discussion and adventurous tales in our spacious open-air restaurant, or dine in solitude with only the sound of the ocean’s roar

SWIMMING POOL The uniquely designed pool complex at Turtle Beach Lodge features a shady thatched hammock hut overlooking a large turtle-shaped pool, both conveniently situated near the restaurant and bar. The waters of our pool are kept sparkling with an environmentally friendly salt filter, which is equally healthy for skin and hair.