Isla Contoy eco trips

A day trip to the beautiful nature reserve at Isla Contoy is not to be missed. Enjoy the secluded beaches, nature trails, birds and coral reefs.

Isla Contoy is host to a group of government-sponsored biologists who continually monitor and study the ecosystem of the island. It also supports supervised eco-tourism and regulated commercial fishing.

Existing facilities on the island consist of a visitor center with a pier, a museum, a souvenir store, a resting area with benches and palapas, a grill for barbecues, a twenty-meter high watchtower and two walking-paths along which visitors are able to learn about the local flora and fauna.

On reaching the island, visitors can enjoy a guided tour led by one of the resident biologists. After savoring a delicious meal highlighted by the local specialty, BBQ Fish Tik-in-chik, visitors can take a bird watching trip on a small boat to the nesting-lagoon site of Puerto Viejo ($10US donation). Part of the proceeds from excursion fares, additional activities and souvenir store, will be used to support the continued scientific work that will ensure the conservation and sustainability of the island for the benefit of future generations.

Visitors to the island should bring sunglasses, caps, biodegradable sunscreen, mosquito repellent, photographic equipment and binoculars.

Trips to Isla Contoy depart daily at 8:45am and return around 3pm/4pm. Please reserve your trip one day in advance.

Price $65 USD per person