Tortuga Island - Sunset at Playa Vivos & Bioluminescence Tour
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An activity of only 6 hours, a tour to the paradisiacal Isla Tortuga during the late afternoon when most of the boats are gone, after that, you will be able to enjoy the sunset on Playa Vivos, where we finish the experience appreciating the phenomenon of Bioluminescence.
Experience one of the most magical tours in Costa Rica.
Enjoy a breathtaking sunset, explore Tortuga Island, and swim in glowing bioluminescent waters under the stars.
This unforgettable afternoon and night tour combines adventure, nature, relaxation, and one of the ocean’s most fascinating natural phenomena: bioluminescence.
FUN FACT: Did you know that bioluminescence is used by marine animals to camouflage, distract, defend, communicate, and find dams?
The check-in takes place at Bahía Ballena Dock in Tambor at 13:45, where your adventure begins with a scenic 35-minute boat ride along the beautiful coastline.
We also provide transportation from Mal Pais / Santa Teresa hotels, hostels, villas or from Zuma Tours office. Starting at 12:45/13:00 the shuttle pick-up.
And transportation from Montezuma hotels or from our office. Starting at 13:20 the shuttle pick-up
As the tour begins, our crew will take you to the stunning Tortuga Island, where you can enjoy swimming or snorkeling directly from the boat.
This tour is not focused on this, but on a sunny warm afternoon, it is a great idea! Also, get to know the island's beach, which is very nice, especially because most of the visitors leave the island before our arrival in the afternoon, meaning you can enjoy it for yourself!
You’ll also have time to relax and discover Tortuga Island’s beautiful beach. One of the best parts of this tour is that we arrive later in the afternoon, after most visitors have already left, allowing you to enjoy a much quieter and more peaceful atmosphere.
At approximately 16:30 PM, we will serve traditional Costa Rican tacos, known locally as “Gallos,” along with fresh tropical fruit. A traditional Gallo consists of a corn tortilla filled with meat and fresh chopped vegetables — a delicious local favorite.
After enjoying the island, we return to the boat and head toward Playa Vivos in Tambor Bay, where you can admire a spectacular sunset over the surrounding hills.
As night falls, the magic begins. We head out in search of the glowing bioluminescent waters. You can choose to relax and enjoy the view from the boat, or jump into the water for the full experience — come on, you must experience this in the water!! highly recommended!
Life jackets and goggles are provided for your comfort and safety.
Please note that our boats are equipped with safety lights, and the entire experience takes place close to shore in calm waters.
Around 19:00, we finish this unforgettable adventure in Bahía Ballena Dock in Tambor. From there, our shuttle service will take you back to Montezuma (approximately 40 minutes) or Santa Teresa and Mal País (approximately 60 minutes).
Along the way, it is also possible to spot dolphins, whales, or sea turtles depending on the season.
From Santa Teresa / Mal País → Tambor
Shuttle pick-up between 12:45 and 13:00 from hotels, villas, hostels, and restaurants.
Pick-up at Zuma Tours office at Plaza Kahuna
4x4 pick-up available for steep hill properties (GPS location required), additional fee
From Montezuma → Tambor
Shuttle pick-up between 13:20 from hotels and hostels.
Pick-up from Zuma Tours Office
- 19:00 PM — Tambor Bay Dock
- 19:45 PM — Montezuma
- 20:00 PM — Santa Teresa
Beach Items:
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sandals
- Beachwear
- Rain jacket during rainy season
- Professional captain
- Bilingual guide
- Snorkeling equipment
- Water & soft drinks
- Two beers
- Tropical fruit
- Traditional Costa Rican tacos (fish, chicken, or vegetarian)
- Snacks
- Transportation
- Lunch
13:45 at Bahia Ballena Tambor Bay Dock:
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-For really bad weather or Sea conditions, like strong storms or windy time.
ZumaTours is not responsible for any lost or forgotten items in our Boats or land transport units.
Zuma Tours reserves the right to refuse passengers on the boats or shuttle vans if the
customer is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or has inappropriate behavior.
