Regions of Costa Rica
VI.
Caribbean Coast
Limón, Tortuguero
The
Caribbean coast offers amazing tropical
rainforest, beautiful beaches and an abundant wildlife and vegetation.
The wonderful Caribbean beaches have the special attraction of green sea
turtles, which every year come to Tortuguero to lay their eggs. In addition,
there are excellent eco-tourism opportunities, and plenty of activities
for the adventurous, including fishing, sea kayaking, diving and much
more.
Tortuguero is one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers. This National Park offers canals, rivers, lakes, beaches and enchanting rainforest. The park also protects a wealth of exotic wildlife including those that gave its name: the turtle.
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Some other nice towns in the region are Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo and Cahuita where you can find miles of gorgeous beaches.
Distances:
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San José to Limón |
2.5 hours |
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San José to Puerto Viejo |
4 hours |
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San José to Tortuguero |
4.5 hours |
Things to do in this Caribbean paradise
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1. Beaches |
6.
Walking tours |
Tours from Limón:
Cahuita
National Park & Puerto Viejo
Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge
Biking & snorkeling in Punta Uva
Hitoy-Cerere Biological Reserve
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