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Costa Rica: Hundreds of thousands Olive Ridley Sea Turtles

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Join a guided Costa Rica eco-tour to witness hundreds of thousands of Olive Ridley sea turtles at Ostional Beach. Experience turtle nesting up close in Liberia/Santa Cruz – a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife adventure!

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Overview ?

Experience one of nature’s most incredible events at Ostional Beach in Costa Rica, where hundreds of thousands of Olive Ridley sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. Witness this rare wildlife phenomenon up close and enjoy an unforgettable eco-adventure guided by experts.


Highlights ?

  • Observe massive numbers of Olive Ridley sea turtles during the arribada

  • Explore Playa Ostional National Wildlife Refuge

  • Learn about sea turtle behavior and conservation efforts

  • Watch turtles dig nests, lay eggs, and return to the ocean


Full Description ?

Every month, Ostional Beach hosts the astonishing arribada, when tens to hundreds of thousands of female Olive Ridley sea turtles gather to lay their eggs. This natural spectacle happens over just a few days and is one of the few locations in the world where such massive gatherings occur. During the tour, guides will provide fascinating insights into sea turtle behavior, conservation efforts, and the ecological importance of Ostional Beach. Guests will safely observe turtles nesting, covering their eggs, and returning to the sea, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience for wildlife lovers and photographers alike.


What’s Included ?️

  • Expert-guided tour in English or Spanish

  • Close-up observation of the turtle nesting process

  • Educational commentary about sea turtle conservation

  • Optional transportation arrangements


What to Bring ?

  • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes

  • Camera or smartphone for photos

  • Mosquito repellent

  • Water and light snacks


Why Travelers Love It ❤️

  • Witness a rare and breathtaking natural event

  • Learn from knowledgeable and passionate guides

  • Safe, well-organized, and immersive wildlife experience

  • Perfect for eco-tourists, families, and photographers



Important Note

After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.

If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.

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We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨

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Yusuf
5.0

The tour covered everything and more, it was a perfect day for us all. We ate, drank, and walked around new places.

Xaris
5.0

Funny and informative guide. Totally recommended!

Quinton
5.0

The highlight of my summer vacation. From all the things to do and see, would book again. 10/10.

Finn
5.0

This tour was superb and showed us the best sites in the region. Very informative!

Scarlett
5.0

My highlights have got to be the sites! Great and never to miss and the sunshine all what a day. Make sure to bring the smiles with you lol hahahah, cheers!

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