Tortuga Island and San Jose Costa Rica Rental Car

When you are traveling with your San Jose Costa Rica Rental Car in Costa Rica no trip is complete without a trip to the world famous Tortuga Island. Tortuga Island is composed of one big island and 3 smaller ones. This island in the Caribbean Sea is famous for its white sand beaches and beautiful surrounding flora and fauna.

A little history

Discovered in 1499 by Alonso de Ojeda, the island was named La isla La Tortuga by Amerigo Vespucci due to the enormous turtle population on the island. The island used to be a hideout place for Pirates during the 17th century but when you visit today you will find that it is largely uninhabited with some fishermen living here during the fishing season. During the revolution time with Simon Bolivar treasures were hidden by rich Spanish families in an attempt to save their valuables. Many anchors and wooden chests were found surrounding the island

Boating Tours

Start out early with your San Jose Costa Rica rental car at 8:45 am and take a 25 minute journey to Tortuga Island with one of the several boating tours. Nearly all of the tours headed for the island of Tortuga are based out of San Jose. They include both ends of the two hour trip to Puntarenas along with the lolling boat ride out into the Gulf. San Jose Costa Rica rental car customers on these tours usually want for nothing, as their spacious yacht cuts through the languid Pacific Ocean. Lunch and snorkel rentals are also included in the tour price, which can range upwards of $100. Many visitors book with Calypso Tours and their yacht, the Manta Ray to explore the islands. This is definitely one of the most beautiful islands in the world that you will get to see on your travels.

Journey to the island

Along the way, lucky San Jose Costa Rica rental car travelers will be able to spot the shy whale sharks which often hide out in the calm waters near Tortuga Island Costa Rica. Swimming and snorkeling just off the islands pristine beaches are two of the main reasons for a visit, you will find that tourists are perfectly safe from shark attack and will be able to see a rainbow array of tropical fishes beneath the oceans surface. When you visit the island of Tortuga you will find it is an immaculate paradise, and exploration of the lush deciduous forests can be just as rewarding as any snorkeling. Here you will find all kinds of nesting birds, though many of the endangered or rare species are only found on the biological reserves located nearby, where travelers are not allowed.

Things to do

There are several things that you can do at Tortuga Island with your San Jose Costa Rica rental car. Take a strong along the beautiful coast and enjoy the gentle crashing of the waves against the white sand beach. Walk a little further and you can discover the wildlife that Tortuga Island has to offer. You'll have ample time for snorkeling, lounging on the beach, playing beach volleyball with the crew, exploring the island or just plain relaxing in this tropical paradise with your San Jose Costa Rica rental car. Whatever you plan to do on Tortuga Island it will be an adventure you won't forget.

Before you go?

For more information when you travel with your San Jose Costa Rica rental car to Tortuga Island check out the Tortuga Island Tour Caledra Boating website at http://www.tortugaislandcr.com/ or call 8825 6147