This tour was the highlight of our vacation to this day. The food, the views and the guide were fantastic.
Paquera: Isla Tortuga Snorkeling tour

Short Description
Enjoy a 5-hour day trip from Paquera to Isla Tortuga: snorkel over vibrant volcanic reefs, swim on a secluded white-sand beach, enjoy fresh fruit & sandwich lunch, and spot marine wildlife like turtles, dolphins, and whales.
Description
Overview
? Start your adventure with a scenic boat ride departing from Playa Órganos (Paquera), heading across calm waters to the stunning Isla Tortuga. This day trip brings you to a tranquil tropical island with crystal-clear seas and white-sand beaches, ideal for relaxing and snorkeling.
Highlights
? A pleasant ~20-minute boat journey with coastal views, including a pass by Playa Quesera and navigating through a natural rock formation called Arco Iris (Rainbow Rock).
? A snorkeling stop around the Los Morteros islands, where you’ll swim over volcanic-rock reefs filled with colorful tropical fish and some coral.
?️ Time on Playa Tropical, a more secluded white-sand beach on Isla Tortuga, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or strolling under palm trees.
? Lunch on the island: fresh fruit, soft drinks, water, and a sandwich (options include ham & cheese or vegetarian).
? Optional hike to a viewpoint on the island (extra local fee) or simply relax in the shade of swaying palms.
Full Description
Your day begins with a friendly boat ride from Paquera’s Playa Órganos. As you glide across the water, take in the scenic coastline and perhaps spot some marine life. The boat weaves through a rock formation known as Rainbow Rock before entering the channel between islands to reach Tortuga Island. Once there, your first destination is Los Morteros, where you’ll snorkel for about 50 minutes over volcanic rock reefs. These reefs are home to many species of tropical fish and provide a vivid underwater experience.
After snorkeling, you swap your mask for sunglasses and head to Playa Tropical on the island. This beach is quieter and ideal for relaxing, swimming, or walking along the soft, sugar-like sand. For the more adventurous, there’s a hiking trail up to a summit with panoramic views (note: this requires a small extra fee paid locally). While on the beach, you’ll be treated to fresh fruit, a sandwich (vegetarian or ham & cheese), and drinks. In the afternoon (around 2 PM), the boat departs back to Paquera, arriving around 2:30 PM, though you’re welcome to linger on the beach afterward if you like.
What’s Included
Boat transfer to and from Isla Tortuga
Snorkeling gear (mask, life jacket)
Live guide / tour leader
Soft drinks and water
Fresh fruit
Sandwich lunch (ham & cheese or vegetarian)
What to Bring
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen
Sunglasses & hat
Water-friendly footwear (optional, for rocky areas)
Dry bag or backpack for your personal items
Camera or waterproof phone (to capture memories)
Why Travelers Love It
❤️ Relaxed, uncrowded beach: Travelers love that Isla Tortuga feels more serene than other touristy spots, especially on Playa Tropical.
? Rich marine life: Many guests mention spotting a variety of tropical fish, sea turtles, and other underwater creatures while snorkeling.
? Friendly, local guides: The guides are praised for being knowledgeable and attentive, making the experience feel authentic and safe.
?️ Tasty, simple meal: The fruit and sandwich on the beach make for a refreshing, light lunch that complements the laid-back day.
? Scenic journey: From the boat ride past Rainbow Rock to the snorkeling and then beach relaxation — the tour is visually beautiful and very photogenic.
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.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: reservabatour@gmail.com
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
This tour was great and the service was fantastic. There's so many great things about it. I'm grateful for booking the tour.
Highly recommended, a truly memorable day. The day with the fantastic tour guide showed me a new perspective on the region.
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The way the tour was organized was quite amazing. I have been on many tours before, and the ways that they organized this one was a step above the rest! They truly had something for everyone and really managed to find something that everyone loved. If you’re l…
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