Turtle Nesting: Playa Minas Wildlife Experience

Tamarindo - Playa Minas is a significant nesting site in Costa Rica, attracting a large number of turtles from October to March. Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in this incredible experience with sea turtles. Witness everything from baby turtles to three different species, offering one of the most intimate encounters with nature possible.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Playa Nombre De Jesus - The journey begins in the Tamarindo area, where clients are picked up.
    After collecting the customers, there will be a 25-minute drive to the turtle nesting beaches.
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • Bilingual guide in Spanish and English
  • Walking rod
  • Flashlights
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Location
8557+4XX
From the Automercado de Tamarindo drives about 300 meters to tamarind beach on the right hand side you will see gatehouse in which there is a sign that says Las Baulas Marine National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Stevejs8054mn
Nov 9, 2025
An unforgettable experience! - The beach at night has a unique energy; the sound of the waves, the starry sky, and the bioluminescence create a magical atmosphere. We were able to see sea turtles coming ashore to nest truly breathtaking! Watching nature take its course up close was a very special moment. I totally recommend it for anyone looking for peace and a deep connection with nature!
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Fearless25740767467
Nov 9, 2025
Turtles and nature for the whole family - An amazing experience for the whole family. We felt safe at all times, and the guides were extremely respectful with us and with the animals. You could really tell they cared about the turtles and their environment. It was educational, peaceful, and truly special. Highly recommended!
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Mario
Nov 9, 2025
The tide was with us and we got a turtle as so we got to the nesting area - Very informative, and patient guide. Moises was great. We got lucky and as soon as we got there we found a turtle on shore.
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Juanestebanb385
Nov 7, 2025
Amazing turtle watching - The guides were very friendly, super knowledgeable about sea turtles, and always made sure we were safe while respecting the environment. We were lucky to see several turtles coming out of the ocean to nest… unforgettable! You can tell the whole team loves what they do. Highly recommended if you want an authentic and educational experience in Costa Rica.
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Liomaryc2025
Nov 7, 2025
We saw the turtles - They picked us up on time at the hotel and everything was excellent from that moment on. The guide was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about protecting the turtles. We walked a bit along the beach and were lucky enough to see a turtle coming out of the ocean and starting to look for a place to nest. It was a magical experience and very respectful of nature. Also, the whole team was super friendly and professional. I 100% recommend it!
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Pepef493
Nov 7, 2025
One of the Best Experiences We Had in Costa Rica - We did the turtle tour with Tamarindo Xperience and honestly, it was one of the best experiences we had during our trip to Costa Rica. From the beginning, communication was super easy and the staff was very friendly. The guide was amazing,he explained so much about sea turtles, their nesting process, and how we can help protect them. It was a magical experience to see them in their natural habitat and feel like we were learning while respecting nature. We will definitely do this tour again the next time we visit Costa Rica. 100% recommended!
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Gabrielaj3151ut
Nov 6, 2025
Magic night with Sea Turtles - A magical experience with my family. Our guide, Juan Carlos, made our experience truly unique with his extensive knowledge of sea turtles; it's clear he loves his job. We would definitely do it again!
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Jessicawm9209ez
Nov 4, 2025
We did the boat safari tour and from pick up to drop off they were beyond helpful - Absolutely amazing friendly people!! So accommodating with us and our schedule, they gave us lots of information about their history and how much they appreciate the tourists. They took such good care of us especially even treating our son like their own ❤️❤️❤️
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From $75
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).