Park & nature

Las Baulas Marine National Park

Check tickets & tours

Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.

Las Baulas Marine National Park protects one of the most important nesting beaches for leatherback sea turtles on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Visitors can join guided night tours during nesting season (October to March) to witness these massive turtles lay eggs. The park also encompasses estuaries and mangroves, offering kayaking and wildlife viewing. Its conservation efforts make it a vital sanctuary for marine life.

Don't miss

  • Night turtle nesting tours to see leatherbacks lay eggs
  • Kayaking through mangrove estuaries teeming with birds and crocodiles
  • Guided nature walks along the beach and forest trails

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Las Baulas Marine National Park

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

More attractions in Tamarindo

Planning your trip to Tamarindo? See where to eat, more attractions, or build a Tamarindo itinerary.