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Tour of Tortuga Island

Whether you're 2 or 92 no visit to Costa Rica is complete without a trip on Calypso's world famous island cruise. The day begins at your hotel where you will be greeted by a bilingual guide, seated on an air-conditioned bus and served a continental breakfast. The bus ride takes you from 5000 ft. to sea level, to the pacific port of Puntarenas. This is an excellent opportunity to view the coffee, sugar plantations, volcanic mountains and the unique Brahman cattle that form an ever-changing panorama.

Upon arrival in Puntarenas you will board Calypso's super catamaran Manta Raya. She is actually designed by Calypso Passengers over the last 20 years. Manta Raya features an underwater viewing window, fresh water showers and full bar. The spacious air-conditioned main salon combines with an expansive deck area which includes 2 Jacuzzi pools, offering a level of cruising luxury and comfort in 100% Calypso style.

Once underway the Manta Raya will cruise past the lush mangroves, canneries and stilt houses of Puntarenas. As she makes her way to the Gulf of Nicoya her white clad crew pampers guests with fresh tropical fruits and drinks. In the morning the catamaran will pass the islands of San Lucas, Gypsy, Sugar Loaf, Guayabo; Jesusita, Cedros and Negritos with Tortuga Island as the destination. Particularly enchanting for it's beauty, Tortuga Island is known for its immaculate white sand beach and turquoise waters, a perfect stop for swimming, snorkeling and Calypso's famous lunch. For passenger safety and convenience Manta Raya has a bow ramp which allows her passengers to disembark directly onto the beach.

Sip cold wine in the shade of white umbrellas at tables covered with white linen and be served the midday feast. A sumptuous delight, featured in Gourmet Magazine, starts with a ceviche appetizer and followed by a medley of salads. The main dish is a delightful barbequed breast of chicken covered in a mouthwatering tropical sauce accompanied with julienne vegetables all cooked fresh on the grill by Calypso's expert crew. The Captain and his crew are the masters of this seascape. They are seasoned skippers who will convey their love of Costa Rica to you. Sightseeing, sunbathing, diving, exploring, swimming, eating, drinking, and relaxing. Calypso's one day adventure is a tour-de-force of everything that is magical about Costa Rica's magnificent pacific coast .

A Calypso one day adventure is necessary before one can say he has explored Costa Rica completely.

Departures Once a day, approximately at 6:30 am. Pick up times change depending on the hotel.
Duration 12 hours
Frequency Daily
Recommended Bathing suit, suntan lotion, sunglasses, camera, rubber sandals, and towels.
Includes round trip ground transportation from all major hotels in San José. Ground transportation to  in an air-conditioned bus with comfortable seats. We offer pick ups from all major hotels located within the metropolitan area and surroundings. 
Note Alcoholic beverages are not included on the rate, but are available for a reasonable charge