An island day, your way
Tortuga Island Tours from Santa Teresa
From USD 105 per person
Book your island tour- Full-day trip
- About 8 hours
- Departure
- Pickup in Santa Teresa
- Day-trip transport
- Lodge ↔ Montezuma included
Take a boat trip to Tortuga Island in the Gulf of Nicoya for snorkeling, a white-sand beach and time by the water. Choose a full-day visit with a Costa Rican lunch, or an afternoon island trip that continues into sunset and bioluminescence. Funky Monkey Lodge arranges your booking with local tour providers.
Choose your island trip
Both options start from USD 105 per person. The day trip focuses on snorkeling and beach time; the afternoon option adds a night experience on selected dates.
Full-day Tortuga Island
From USD 105
per person
A full island day with snorkeling, a cooked lunch and time to enjoy the beach.
- Duration
- About 8 hours
- Departure
- Early morning; pickup time confirmed when booking
- Return
- Around sunset
- Transport
- Round-trip lodge transfer; boat from Montezuma
Included
- Transport from the lodge to Montezuma and back
- Boat ride and snorkeling gear
- Costa Rican lunch: fish, chicken or vegetarian
- Fresh fruit and drinks
Extra: Banana boat rides and gift shop purchases cost extra.
Island + bioluminescence
From USD 105
per person
Snorkel for about 45 minutes, enjoy the beach and sandwiches around 2:30 pm, then leave the island at 4 pm. Sunset in Tambor Bay is followed by bioluminescence: swim with a life jacket or watch from the boat. Available on select moonless nights.
- Duration
- About 8 hours including the return transfer
- Departure
- 12 noon from Santa Teresa
- Return
- Around 7 pm in Pochote, then about 60 minutes by minibus
- Transport
- Return minibus to Santa Teresa; pickup details confirmed when booking
Included
- All gear
- Sandwich lunch: chicken, ham and cheese, or avocado
- Fresh fruit and a sunset snack
- Beer and soda
Prices in US dollars. Contact the lodge for current availability and your booking details.
Your full-day island itinerary
Meet at the lodge for pickup. We confirm the exact time when you book; the boat leaves from Montezuma.
Across the peninsula
Travel from Funky Monkey Lodge to Montezuma, then board the boat for a cruise along the Nicoya Peninsula.
Snorkel before the beach
Stop to explore the water with snorkeling gear provided. You can skip snorkeling if you prefer.
Lunch on Tortuga Island
Choose fish, chicken or a vegetarian dish, then settle into the island's white-sand beach.
Time to do your own thing
Swim, relax, play beach volleyball or browse the gift shop. Banana boat rides are an optional extra.
Back to the lodge
Return by boat to Montezuma, with transport back to Santa Teresa around sunset.
Keep an eye on the water
Dolphins, sea turtles and manta rays may appear on the boat journey, with occasional whale sightings depending on the season. Snorkeling offers a closer look at tropical fish. Wildlife sightings and water visibility vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Prefer an evening focused on the glow?
The afternoon island trip is the option for combining Tortuga with a night experience. If visiting the island isn't your priority, compare our dedicated bioluminescence boat and SUP tours instead.
Pack for an island day
- Swimwear and a towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Dry clothes for the journey back
- Cash for optional extras
- Waterproof bag or phone case
Tell us about dietary needs and young children when you book. Snorkeling is optional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children join the island tour?
Yes, children are welcome. Let us know if you're traveling with very young children so we can help you plan the trip.
How far ahead should I reserve?
Book a few days ahead during high season, December to April. The afternoon combination runs on select moonless nights, so ask about dates early.
Can I book if I'm staying somewhere else?
Yes. Message Funky Monkey Lodge to reserve and arrange your pickup details.
Let's plan your experience
Message Funky Monkey Lodge or visit reception. We'll help you choose a session or tour and arrange your booking.
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