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Natural beauty and beaches close to San José The Central Pacific region represents the closest route from the capital to view wildlife and enjoy the beach. The region offers everything from coastal tourism centers, fishing villages and popular sites for surfing and sportfishing, to tropical rainforests rich in animal and plant species, secluded islands surrounded by vegetation and never-ending soft-sand beaches ideal for relaxation. The dining and lodging options you will find here are just as varied, and include some of the best boutique hotels in Costa Rica, with quality international and local cuisine – and the seafood is not to be missed. Wildlife viewing is one of the region’s biggest draws,
due in part to the sites near Carara National Park, just
two hours from the capital and home to a large population
of red macaws. Visitors can observe groups of them both
in the morning and just before dark.
The park itself is a biological jewel, a transition zone between tropical and dry Pacific rainforest. From the bridge along the main road, near the mouth of the Río Grande de Tárcoles, you can observe giant crocodiles resting on the riverbanks. This attraction has given way to a popular and unique boat tour that allows visitors to watch feeding crocodiles up close. Along the coastal road you can also observe infinite rows of African palm trees, the oil of which is used in cosmetic and food products. These palms guide visitors to one of the country’s most popular national parks: Manuel Antonio. Home to numerous wildlife species, including the small titi monkey, Manuel Antonio National Park offers visitors the opportunity to explore tropical rainforest, mangrove inlets and marine life.
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The region also features many beaches ideal for surfing, including Esterillos, Jacó, Hermosa and Boca Barranca. Puntarenas is the largest city in the region, offering visitors a glimpse of port life in Costa Rica. The city sits on a strip of land facing the Gulf of Nicoya and is a principal cruise ship port. Puntarenas also has a unique seaside park that is considered the best site in Costa Rica to hold international triathlons. It hosts other events such as Carnival in the summertime and the Festival of the Virgin of the Sea on July 16. Located in the Gulf of Nicoya, Guayabo, Negritos, Pájaros and Tortuga islands offer visitors beautiful natural scenery, including flocks of seabirds such as brown pelicans, parrots and frigatebirds. Tortuga Island is known as one of the region’s most attractive destinations for its white-sand beaches overflowing with natural beauty. After crossing the Gulf of Nicoya, secluded islands, waterfalls and wildlife areas such as the Cabo Blanco Reserve offer visitors a variety of activities to enjoy. Farther still, 535 kilometers from Cabo Blanco,
is Isla del Coco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that in times
past was a refuge for pirates and legends of hidden treasure.
However, the real treasure lies in its vast stores of natural
life. Endless school of fish (little ones or impressive hammerhead
sharks) and marine mammals swim across a background of corals,
to be admired by scuba divers.
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