PLAYA TORTUGA (TURTLE BEACH) Getting there: it is located about 5 km south of Dominical. Available services: water Ruggedly beautiful, Playa Tortuga is unspoiled by human beings. Spectacular sunsets and a panoramic view of the mountains. What to do: body surfing, boogie boarding, river or deep sea fishing, camping, kayaking, swimming in the ocean, observation of birds and wildlife, or touring the mangroves.
Activities that are prohibited: swimming where the lifeguards indicate that it is dangerous, throwing garbage on the beach or in the streets. The maximum speed limit in town is 25 km/h. Driving of motor vehicles is prohibited on the beach (according to law of traffic #7331). Hunting or the abuse or pursuit of wild animals such as garrobos, iguanas, birds, as well as fishing with poison is also prohibited. Bonfires are also restricted as much of the firewood is home to many creatures. . Where to Stay and Eat: About 2km from Playa Tortuga you will find some hotels and a gas station, restaurant and supermarket. For more information on hotels or restaurants, visit the hotel or restaurant categories on this site  Playa Tortuga is a wide and beautiful beach, with one of the outlets of the Térraba River to the left. Low tide leaves a huge sandy beach with a wonderful panoramic view and the tranquility of a seldom-visited paradise. This beach is very good for fishing and exploring, with endless opportunities for viewing local wildlife.   If you would like to see more pictures of this beach, please visit the photo section of this site. Does this information help? Did you find what you were looking for? Please write and give us your input: {moscomment} |