Tortuguero
Canal: The Tortuguero Canal was dug out as a means of transporting
bananas along the coast, just a few yards inland from the beach.
Now it is home to a diverse array of wildlife and plant species.
Several nice, rustic lodges are located on the canal, and offer
guided boat trips.
Turtle
Watching: Nesting
turtles are found on the Caribbean coast as well as the Pacific
Coast. The timing can fluctuate by days or weeks. Flashlights
and cameras are prohibited near nesting sea turtles. It is best
to use a guide to minimize disturbing the turtles as they nest.
The
Caribbean Coast is much flatter and hotter than most of the Pacific Coast,
and certainly less developed. This area is home to huge banana and pineapple
plantations, and a unique African-influenced culture. The North Caribbean
offers World-class Tarpon and Snook fishing on the Barra del Colorado near
the Nicaraguan border. Tortuguero Canal offers great wildlife viewing, and
some nice, rustic lodges. Flying to Tortuguero is suggested, and required
to Barra del Colorado. 
