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14. toukokuuta 2025
We were very fortunate to have spent three nights at the magical and beautiful Tortuga Lodge. The area surrounding f this northern Caribbean lodge is breathtaking. We were met at Caño Blanco and transported by boat to Tortuga Lodge. The one and a half hour boat ride was amazing, we saw crocodiles, monkeys, and countless birds along the way. Upon arrival we were greeted at the dock by a handful of staff who offered us cold and refreshing towels and refreshing fruit drinks. Our luggage was quickly whisked to our room while we stopped at their river front restaurant for a snack. We stayed at an upstairs Miss Evelyn room overlooking the river. The room was great, very spacious, clean, well appointed with a comfortable king size bed. Another highlight was that we had a massive covered private balcony with two comfortable rocking chairs and a hammock large enough for two people. In addition to daily cleaning of the room, every night there was turn down service. We booked the full package which included three meals a day as well as several activities. The staff at the Tortuga Lodge was incredible. Every single person, from wait staff to housekeeping and from front desk to the guide who took us around were friendly, kind, patient, knowledgeable and professional. In particular, we would like to mention and thank Manuel, our expert guide, who met us at Caño Blanco and who that same evening patiently took us on a fascinating night walk. The following morning he took us on a river cruise to see all kinds of flora and fauna, a fantastic hike through the forest and then up to a magnificent spot where we enjoyed a panoramic view. Finally, on our penultimate day, we went with Manuel to the town of Tortuguero and a walk to the beach to learn about sea turtles, their habits and their struggle for survival. Manuel is a walking encyclopedia and willingly shared his knowledge with us. Our stay at Tortuguero, which ends tomorrow, has been outstanding. Our only complaint is that we now have to say goodbye to this wonderful place and the amazing people who work here.
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