When to see Sea Turtles in Costa Rica
There are several seasons during which the visitor can see sea turtles nesting and hatching along both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean. However, some of the sites are hard to get to, not permitted at all or conditioned to circumstances, such as being inside a private property with the only access to the beach. So all conditions need to be ideal to therefore offer the tourist the experience and privilege of seeing such as spectacle while still have the conditions to be able to enjoy the stay.
Tortuguero National Park ( July incl. to September incl.)
Tortuguero definitely is among the top 3 Sea turtle sites, where clients cannot only for almost certain see the Green Sea turtle Nest and Hatch ( or both ), but can also enjoy not only good accommodation and lodging conditions as well as enjoy the rest of Tortuguero National park, which offers much more than just Sea turtles.
The best time to visit Tortuguero for Sea turtles Nest is from July ( Actually June too but for a more certain chance, July is indicated as the beginning ) to September ( Although it is mentioned that October still has Sea turtles Hatching and the local tours are still offered. In Tortuguero, our clients can book the Guided Night Tour, which consists of patrolling the beaches alongside a scientists and guide in search of Sea turtles. Between August and September, clients can also see both the Nesting AND the Hatching.
Barra de Pacuare March incl. to July incl.
Barra de Pacuare is the best place in Costa Rica to see he Leatherback Sea turtle , the largest Sea Turtle Species. Officially, it is documented that they arrive from February to August, although, the truth is, it is between March incl. to July incl.
We offer great packages where our clients can have a sea turtle guided night tour included in their stay at a low price, a fantastic experience for nature lovers and especially scientists and children.
Pacific Coast July incl. to November incl.
Along the Pacific, the species that can be seen the most is the Olive Ridley Sea Turtle. The species arrives during the entire year, although the rainy season is the best season to have the biggest chance to see them come ashore to nest. With some luck, you can also see them hatch 8 In the early morning ).
During the Rainy Season, our clients can also witness the Arribadas, especially at Ostional, where hundreds of thousands of sea turtles come ashore to nest. This occurs during 1 – 2 nights per month. However, the chances of seeing Olive Ridleys during the rest of the rainy season when booking a guided night tour is also high.