Accessible by plane or by boat, the ?Small Amazonia' or Tortuguero National Park is a domain made of canals and rivers, located in the Caribbean zone. A boat crossing will allow you to observe small crocodiles, sloths and turtles. Come to Tortuguero beach for the turtle egg laying season, from July to December.
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National Park of Tortuguero The high rainfall and rich environment where the freshwater meets the sea make the beaches, canals, lagoons and wetlands of Tortuguero areas of exceptional biodiversity
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Ecotourism in Tortuguero This preserved site attracts many tourists every year.
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A sea turtle Between May and October, thousands of turtles come to the Tortuguero beaches at night to lay their eggs.
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The birds of Tortuguero National Park The park is home to over 300 species of multicoloured birds.
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A frog in Tortuguero park The park can be discovered by navigating a boat over the canals or by hiking in the jungle.
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A preserved environment There are no roads leading to Tortuguero. It can only be accessed by boat or small plane.
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