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Departure point vs attraction: why the map shows both

The pin for Caño Island is not where you board the boat.

Updated: November 5, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Sailboats at anchor in a calm bay at dusk
Sailboats at anchor in a calm bay at dusk · Photo: Original image
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Many tours list the attraction in the title but board somewhere else: Caño Island boats leave from Uvita or Drake Bay beaches; Tortuguero is reached by boat from La Pavona dock; Tortuga Island trips often leave the Herradura area.

What to check on a listing

  • Meeting point or pickup zone
  • Whether transport to the departure point is included
  • Check-in time vs boat departure time
  • Tide or weather conditions that move the schedule

Listings checked live on November 5, 2026. Operators change inclusions, pickup zones and restrictions, so confirm on the booking page before you pay.