Samara to Playa Grande and Ostional: Private day trip

Experience one of Costa Rica's most important leatherback turtle nesting beaches where protected marine environments and community-based conservation create successful wildlife protection while supporting eco-tourism and environmental education. From October to February participate in guided turtle tours where professional naturalists provide safe wildlife encounters while educational programs explain turtle biology, conservation challenges, and protection efforts. Visit conservation facilities where research and protection programs support species preservation while providing educational opportunities about marine conservation and environmental stewardship. Learn about turtle nesting cycles, marine conservation, and community involvement while participating in conservation activities and educational programs. Local establishments serve traditional cuisine while conservation organizations provide educational tours and volunteer opportunities supporting wildlife protection and environmental awareness through community participation and sustainable tourism practices.

Experience one of the world’s most important nesting sites for Olive ridley sea turtles, famous for its “arribadas,” or synchronized mass-nesting events, where thousands of turtles arrive on the beach at the same time. The refuge was officially established in 1983 to protect these critical habitats, and local communities have long played a key role in conservation efforts. From August to Deceber visitors can observe this remarkable natural phenomenon through guided tours that emphasize education, species protection, and sustainable tourism. Conservation programs at Ostional include research, monitoring, and community-based initiatives that support both turtle preservation and local economic development. Through these programs, visitors learn about turtle biology, the arribada events, and responsible environmental stewardship, while sustainable tourism practices help maintain a balance between wildlife protection and community benefit.