What to do in Puntarenas Province

Activities, attractions and tours

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A green suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.
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Things to do

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

CA $119
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

CA $119
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
3-Hour ATV Jungle Waterfall Adventure

3-Hour ATV Jungle Waterfall Adventure

CA $145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour ATV Jungle Waterfall Adventure
Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

CA $241
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

CA $48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Day Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

CA $220
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran
Guided visit to Carara National Park

Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

CA $62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)
Monkey, Crocodile, Sloths & Beach Experience

Monkey Crocodile Sloths and Beach Experience

CA $122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monkey Crocodile Sloths and Beach Experience
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

CA $84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours
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Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Activity duration is 16 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 55 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $156 per adult
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Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Activity duration is 16 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 55 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $156 per adult
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quad bike Tour in Jaco Beach, enjoy Jungle, River, and Beach - No large gro...

quad bike Tour in Jaco Beach, enjoy Jungle, River, and Beach - No large gro...

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $97 per adult*
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Monteverde: Coffee, Sugar Cane, and Chocolate Tour

Monteverde: Coffee, Sugar Cane, and Chocolate Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $62 per adult
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Chocolate Experience in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

Chocolate Experience in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $71 per adult
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What to do in Puntarenas Province

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Jacó Beach

8.6/10 (2,737 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Jacó Beach, a popular beach in Jacó. You can seek out the surfing spots and local tours in this relaxing area.
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Where to stay in Puntarenas Province

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Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Biesanz Beach or Playa Espadilla while you're exploring the area.
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El Cerro

If you're spending some time in El Cerro, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan are top sights worth seeing.

Puerto Viejo

When in Puerto Viejo, you can plan a visit to Playa Coronado and Playa Torres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Valle Pura Vida

While Valle Pura Vida might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Cascada El Salto.
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Hermosa Hills

While Hermosa Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jacó Beach and El Miro.

 

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Day trip destinations from Puntarenas Province

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Puntarenas

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Malpais

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Puerto Jiménez

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Uvita

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky shoreline, and lush green palm trees.

Golfito

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Agujas

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Drake Bay

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Caldera