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Puntarenas is one of the most important tourism regions in Costa Rica. Its coastline is full of islands, inlets, beaches, and very beautiful natural treasures, all which make it an excellent tourist destination. There is a multitude of attractions based around the beaches, as well as protected areas, both land based and around its islands.
Puntarenas (Spanish pronunciation: [puntaˈɾenas]) is a city in the Puntarenas Province, on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. As the seat of the Municipality of Puntarenas canton, it is awarded the title of city, which comprises the Puntarenas , Chacarita and El Roble districts.
Known as the “Pearl of the Pacific,” Puntarenas is the largest province of Costa Rica, with an area of 11,276 Km2. The main attraction is its Pacific coastline, extending more than 500 miles down to the Panamanian boarder. This vast province offers a variety of beaches, national parks, and natural reserves of an extraordinary ecological ...
- Visit Tortuga Island. There are tons of outdoor things to do in Puntarenas to keep you busy, and one of our favorites was island hopping to the nearby Tortuga Island!
- Visit NATUWA Wildlife Sanctuary. Costa Rica is known worldwide for its extensive wildlife conservation efforts and animal rescue centers, and there are many Puntarenas activities in that category!
- Wander Parque Marino del Pacifico. Another awesome activity we recommend for animal lovers in Puntarenas is a visit to Parque Marino del Pacifico (open 9 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday to Sunday).
- Tarcoles Crocodile Bridge. If you’re headed further South along the coast to Jaco or beyond, add a stop to the Tarcoles Crocodile Bridge! About 45 km (27 miles) South East of Puntarenas city and 20 km (12.5 miles) North of Jaco, the Crocodile Bridge is along the highway, and (even better!)
Costa Rica, Central America. As the closest coastal town to San José, Puntarenas was once Costa Rica’s prosperous, coffee-exporting gateway to the Pacific, and a popular escape for landlocked Ticos. Some still come here on weekends, but during the week the activity along the oceanfront promenade slows to a languid pace – all the better to ...
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What to do in Puntarenas and the gulf islands 1- Monteverde Cloud Forest. The Monteverde Cloud Forest is one of the natural jewels of Costa Rica, as it is one of the few patches of this forest that still exist in the world as well as one of the best known worldwide for the scientific research produced in the area.
