Costa Rica Sea Turtle Species

One of the most populous species, it comes ashore the Caribbean Coast from July to September ( also July to October ) Inquire about our customized Sea Turtle Packages to explore the region. Guided night tours available on site.

The Leatherback is the largest species of the world. It used to come ashore the North Pacific Coast, nowadays, in smaller numbers. It can also be spotted along the Caribbean with abundance between March and July.

The Olive Ridley is the most common species. It can be seen along the Pacific Coast during the rainy seasons, between June and November. Some areas are especially great for watching them nest and hatch.

One of the smaller species and also, one of the most endangered. It is rare to see them, there are no arribadas reported. A small population in habits some parts of the Golfo Dulce. And it can be seen during dives or snorkeling swimming alone.

The Loggerhead is famous for its large head, in proportion to its body. It is rare, and is reported to come ashore the Caribbean Coast, especially the North Caribbean in some numbers.

The Pacific Green Sea Turtle is along the Loggerhead the most difficult one to see. It is more frequently seen in the Galapagos Islands. Some repots are accurate though.