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Boat Charters · Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province
Twelve nautical miles from Puntarenas lies Tortuga Island: a Blue-Flag protected beach and reef that delivers a day of calm waters, easy snorkeling and clear conservation practices. Here’s what to expect and how to plan the perfect catamaran escape.
Read the story →Boat Charters · Puntarenas, Puntarenas
From an island of powdery sand to a crocodile-studded river, Puntarenas Cruise Port is the jump-off for quick, immersive Pacific adventures—here’s how to make the most of a day out on the water and in the mangroves.
Read the story →Boat Charters · Jacó, Puntarenas
Head offshore from Jacó to Isla Tortuga for a well-paced day of crocodile viewing, dolphin sightings, reef snorkeling, and a private stretch of white sand. Smaller groups mean more time in the water and less time in the queue.
Read the story →Motorized Land · Jaco, Puntarenas Province
Sit in, buckle up, and let a skilled guide show you how Costa Rica’s Central Pacific unfolds—ridge by ridge—on a 90-minute UTV adventure from Jaco. Expect ocean flashes, rainforest pockets, and a curated dose of off-road fun.
Read the story →Aerial Adventures · Jaco, Puntarenas
A full-day zipline tour out of Jaco that pairs pulse-raising canopy runs with mindful wildlife spotting and a taste of local life in Puntarenas. Expect big views, patient guides, and a practical, family-friendly adventure.
Read the story →Land Adventures · Jaco, Puntarenas
A two-hour saddle loop that starts on the beach and threads into tropical forest, Jaco's horseback rides deliver wildlife, surf views and easy adventure for riders of all levels. Here's what to expect and how to plan.
Read the story →Wildlife Nature · Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province
Glide mangrove-lined channels in search of crocodiles, spot toucans from a hillside viewpoint, and eat a truly local casado—this eight-hour eco-safari packs Costa Rica’s Pacific coast into one memorable day.
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