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Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo

Basic Information
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Language: English
Summary Description

Meet your guide and group at the Native's Way tour office, located in front of La Oveja Negra Hostel, just west of the Banco Nacional in downtown Tamarindo. Meeting time is just after sunset. Turtles can be seen year around, but October to April is the peak season for turtle nesting.

Travel to a protected beach, Playa Grande. Once there, climb out and spend time watching nature take its course: Green Pacific and Olive Ridley turtles laying their eggs. You may even see Leatherback turtles (very rare) or turtle eggs hatching and babies making their way to the sea. 

Flash photography and flashlights are prohibited, but your guide will use a special red light that does not disturb the turtles. 

At the conclusion of your tour, get dropped off back at your hotel.

Description

Meet your guide and group at the Native's Way tour office, located in front of La Oveja Negra Hostel, just west of the Banco Nacional in downtown Tamarindo. Meeting time is just after sunset. Turtles can be seen year around, but October to April is the peak season for turtle nesting.

Travel to a protected beach, Playa Grande. Once there, climb out and spend time watching nature take its course: Green Pacific and Olive Ridley turtles laying their eggs. You may even see Leatherback turtles (very rare) or turtle eggs hatching and babies making their way to the sea. 

Flash photography and flashlights are prohibited, but your guide will use a special red light that does not disturb the turtles. 

At the conclusion of your tour, get dropped off back at your hotel.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Local taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Hotel drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Know Before You Go
Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for children age 4 and under
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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What time does Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo start?

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Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo will start at 6:00 PM.

What is the Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo cancellation policy?

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Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo?

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Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo price starts from $46.16.