This spectacular area is very close to the Central Valley, a two-hours drive, 120 kms away from the capital. It has three cities attractive to tourists: Quepos, Jacó and Puntarenas - the principal center, nice for stopovers, distribution, scale and excursion.
A wet and rainy climate allows for greater biodiversity in the beaches and hills next to the coast; thus, there is a transition from tropical wet forest to tropical forest to tropical dry forest. These ecosystems provide habitat for numerous plant and animal species that are protected in several wilderness areas. Also included within this zone is Isla del Coco, at almost 600 kilometers from the port of Puntarenas.
The coast is made up of numerous beautiful beaches. With regard to wilderness areas, the region features wildlife refuges, national parks and biological preserves. Other important attractions are of cultural and recreational interest that distinguishes the region. Also worthy of note is the scenic beauty along the coastal highway that connects the Caldera area with the Quepos and Manual Antonio region.
Manuel Antonio is one of the smallest National Parks in Costa Rica but, at the same time, one of the most highly visited thanks to its impressive white-sand beaches, blue waters of the Pacific and hundreds of hectares of rainforest.
Located along Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, Si Como No is a uniquely special Manuel Antonio Resort and Wildlife Refuge that sits at the top one of the most idyllic hillsides in Manuel Antonio. The resort's lush jungle terraces and brilliantl...
The hotel is located only 80 km from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. It is also located near to some of the most colourful, bustling beaches, national parks and picturesque towns of the country. The hotel borders Carara National Park, one of ...
