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Puerto Caldera
THE CITY OF PUERTO CALDERA
A very important port in the Pacific, Puerto Caldera sits near the mouth of the Golfo de Nicoya. Located in the northern region of Puntarenas province of Costa Rica on the Central Pacific Coast, this tiny town is a key port for ships from all across the globe. At almost two hours to the west of San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica , Puerto Caldera acts as a significant access spot to the Pacific Coast. Furthermore, it is only a 45 minute drive away from the tourist city of Jaco and about 18 km southeast from the city of Puntarenas
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Carara National Park (half day sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
Due to its emplacement as a transition zone between a drier region to the north, and a more humid region to the south, Carara offers an incredible variety of flora, especially evergreen species. During the hour and a half hike through the trails of Carara, visitors will have the chance to admire the magic of a transitional forest, and see the Ara Macao, one of the most exquisite birds in the forests of Costa Rica.
Read more...Jungle Crocodile Safari (half day sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
Come and visit a unique tourist destination in Costa Rica just two hours away from San José. Jungle Crocodile Safari offers a tour specially designed for adventurers and bird watchers, yet safe for the whole family. The adventure takes place on the Tárcoles River, one of four rivers flowing out into the Nicoya Peninsula, and home to one of the world’s largest crocodile populations in the wild with individuals up to fifteen feet long.
Read more...Manuel Antonio National Park (6 hours sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
Take a natural history walk into the rainforest of Manuel Antonio National Park. Despite its small size, Manuel Antonio includes a large number of outstanding nature spots that are worth visiting. It is especially attractive because of the white sandy beaches at Espadilla Sur and Manuel Antonio which slope gently into unperturbed, crystal waters.
Read more...Orchid Farm (half day sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
Orchimex de Costa Rica now offers a tour of our facilities to show our visitors the orchid world, the most massive and beautiful family in the plant kingdom. Guests will learn about orchids in general as well as practical tips on orchid care. Walking through our greenhouses you will have the opportunity to see the different type of orchid hybrids that we export around the world and our orchid collection with species of our country and from around the world.
Read more...Rainforest Aerial Tram at the Pacific (half day sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
A cascading 40-foot waterfall, giant rainforest trees and panoramic views of the ocean are all part of the ride at the Pacific Rain Forest Aerial Tram. The ride on the Pacific Tram takes about an hour to travel a half-mile into the heart of a transitional rain forest. The 210-acre private reserve is a transitional area between the drier climate of the northwest and the more humid climate of the southern coast.
Read more...Skywalk at Villa Lapas (half day sightseeing)
Private sightseeing
The Rain Forest within your hand's reach. Experience the raw power of the rainforest through our SkyWay walking tour. Of 1.5 miles (2.5 km) in length, this all-ages tour lets you observe a wide array of exotic flora and wildlife firsthand. Make yourself one with the jungle!
Five suspended bridges at more than 180 feet above the ground!