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Sea Turtle Conservancy, Tortuguero

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Natural History Museum · Hidden Gem · Specialty Museum
At Sea Turtle Conservancy you'll get an in-depth look at Tortuguero turtles and the challenges they face with extinction. As you tour the site, visit the small building to see a video presentation of the history of the conservatory and a display of information explaining the different nesting areas and how they are monitored. Take a guided tour and explore the different nesting spots, with a chance to see hundreds of turtle eggs. To visit Sea Turtle Conservancy on your trip to Tortuguero, use our Tortuguero trip itinerary builder site.
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Tours to Sea Turtle Conservancy

FROM $526 BOOK WITH VIATOR Multi-day all inclusive at Tortuguero with a tour at National Park from San Jose
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  • By carol t
    We strolled along the beach path to this small museum when we first arrived in Tortuguero. Though a bit weather worn (what isn’t with beach air & humidity?) this place had a good film (available in...  more »
  • By Elymusicman2015
    After experiencing a turtle tour with Augusto of Augusto Tours the night before, we felt the need to learn more. The short film was very informative and the museum was packed with information. We...  more »
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  • By Yvonne Chaloupka
    A great place to learn about types of, the behavior, and the nesting process of sea turtles. You will also get some background information about the current development of the sea turtle population. We learned much more in this museum than on our turtle tour. I definitely recommend everybody to visit this place. Hopefully, it becomes more popular. From our group only the two of us went.
  • By Evan Furber
    Explains everything that people need to know how to help conserve one of the world's most essential creatures.
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