Tortuga Lodge

Upon the banks of the Tortuguero River and surrounded by rainforest, Tortuga Lodge is your comfortable base from which to explore one of Costa Rica’s richest wildlife regions. Reached only by boat or light aircraft, the lodge feels wonderfully removed from the modern world, placing you at the heart of the waterways, forests and wetlands that make Tortuguero National Park so special.

A rainforest retreat in Tortuguero

The atmosphere here is relaxed and nature-focused. Elegant rooms and suites look out over the river or gardens, where monkeys, iguanas, butterflies and a diverse variety of birdlife are regulars. The lodge’s grounds and private reserve provide opportunities for wildlife viewing even when you’re not out exploring.

Wildlife and expert-guided exploration

Tortuga Lodge is well suited to wildlife enthusiasts, birdwatchers and anyone keen to spend time in one of Central America’s most important rainforest ecosystems. Expert naturalist guides lead excursions by boat, kayak and on foot, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the area's wildlife and ecology.

You may spot sloths resting in the canopy, caimans along waterways and colourful toucans overhead, while visits between July and October coincide with the nesting season of green sea turtles on the beaches.

Why stay at Tortuga Lodge?

Combining thoughtful hospitality with a strong connection to the surrounding environment, Tortuga Lodge offers an immersive rainforest experience in Costa Rica's spellbinding Caribbean lowlands. Whether you’re gliding through jungle-fringed canals at dawn or watching wildlife from the lodge gardens, this is a place that brings you closer to the natural world and the people who know it best.