Things To Do

Playa Herradura

Playa Herradura is a beautiful beach to escape to, and the calm waters are perfect for swimming. Situated on the Playa Herradura is the Los Suenos Marriott, one of the most popular resorts in the area. The Marriott is especially popular for its marina and golf course.

Jaco Sportfishing

Sportfishing in this area is a popular pastime, and the Marriott Marina is a launching point for a number of charter fishing boats. Sailfish are a favorite – and anglers seldom disappoint!

Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio has long been celebrated has long been celebrated as Costa Rica’s favorite little national park. It’s one of the most northern rainforest destinations in the country with incredible raw and picturesque beaches. Wildlife here abound. Explore the park with a professional naturalist guide as they point out monkeys, sloths, iguanas, Morpho butterflies, and more.

La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano

Parque Nacional Carara

Carara National Park is a birdwatcher’s paradise- It is well-known for the endangered scarlet macaw population that can be found living within the tropical forest and other tropical birds. Originally created as a biological reserve, Carara upgraded to a national park in 1998. Carara National Park is the most northern rainforest on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. Travelers can see both the three and two-toed sloth within the park as well as the famous Crocodile Bridge overlooking Tarcoles River, where wild crocodiles – some as large as 16 feet in length – can be observed in their natural setting from the bridge. There are two hiking trails in the park: the 2.7-mile Laguna Meandrica Trail and 0.6-mile Araceas Nature Trail. The walking trails are accessible for kids and travelers with disabilities.

Bijagual Waterfall

In Bijagual, a mountain town near Jaco, Bijagual Waterfall is the main attraction. The most popular way to experience the 590-foot waterfall is on a guided horseback riding tour. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as frogs, monkeys, toucans, sloths, and scarlet macaws and enjoy views overlooking the Pacific Ocean and seaside fishing villages. Tours can be found to book.

Puntarenas

The nearby port town of Puntarenas serves as the embarkation point for picnic cruises to the idyllic islands in the Gulf of Nicoya. The fishing port also sources some of the regions freshest seafood.

Viator Excursions Available

Many Excursions Available