Located 80 km northwest of the port city of
Limon, one of the goals of creating this park was to protect this important
nesting site of the green turtle. A
smaller number of leatherback and hawksbill turtles also nest here. The latter is known for its beautifully
patterned shiny shell. The park consists
of a very humid tropical forest which is crisscrossed by a captivating system
of wetlands comprised of lagoons and canals from which visitors can readily
view land turtles, monkeys, crocodiles, caimans, a variety of birds and other
animals. More difficult to observe are
gasper fish and manatees. The green
turtle nests between July and October, with a peak in activity in August and
September; and the leatherback, between March and June, peaking in April and
May. In the local community there are
guides who set-up guided visits in the park.
This system allows tourists to observe turtles laying their eggs at
night. In and around the town of
Tortuguero are many lodging, restaurant and ground, sea and air transportation
services available. The latter provided
by NatureAir.
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