What level of diving experience is required for Tortuga?

Tortuga is rated advanced with depths of ≤ 21 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended, with PADI Advanced Open Water strongly recommended for this site.

What marine life can you see at Tortuga?

At Tortuga, divers commonly encounter: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, schooling jacks.

Where is Tortuga located?

Tortuga is located in Costa Rica, in the Costa Rica region (coordinates: 10.5759, -85.7101).

Tortuga Diving - Costa Rica, Costa Rica

Tortuga is an advanced dive to 21 meters near the Bat Islands (Islas Murciélagos) off Guanacaste in Costa Rica's northern Pacific. Named for the sea turtles frequently spotted here, this rocky reef site is known for its big-animal encounters in current-swept waters. Bull sharks are the main attraction, regularly seen patrolling the deeper sections between August and November. The volcanic rock formations support healthy marine growth with sea fans, sponges, and schools of jacks and snappers. The challenging current conditions and seasonal bull shark presence make Tortuga one of the most exciting advanced dive sites in the Guanacaste region.