How far is Tortuguero from San Jose?

Want to know how far is Tortuguero from San José?

The tropical Venice of Costa Rica, Tortuguero, is a small village located in the district of Colorado, in the canton of Pococí, Limón province, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.

The distance between Tortuguero and San Jose is approximately 121 kilometers (75 miles).

However, due to Costa Rica's geographical features, such as mountains and dense rainforests, traveling between these two places requires multiple modes of transportation.

The most common way to reach Tortuguero from San Jose involves a combination of road and water transportation.

Typically, travelers take a bus or drive to the town of La Pavona or Caño Blanco, which serve as the main departure points for boat transfers to Tortuguero.

From there, a scenic boat ride through the canals and riverof Tortuguero National Park leads to the village of Tortuguero.

This journey can take several hours, approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on the chosen mode of transportation and any potential delays.

It's important to note that there are no direct roads connecting San Jose to Tortuguero, so traveling to Tortuguero usually involves some degree of adventure and exploration through Costa Rica's stunning landscapes.

The two main public water transportation companies are:

Tortuguero Public Transportation.

Phone: +506 7152 5846.

FERSA

Phone: +506 8831 6401.

Boat departure and arrival times are approximately every 2 hours and depend on the water level of the river.

We recommend that you be at the port before 4 p.m (the last boat), as otherwise, you may need to take a private boat, which costs between $100 and $120 depending on the number of people and the water level of the river.

The boat trip from the port to your hotel can take between 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes.