Walk the waterfront promenade and notice the port city’s shoreline, sea views and local life.
Cahuita National Park
Discover coastal forest and protected marine habitats. Follow current trail, guide and snorkeling requirements.
Barva Sculpture Park and Church Square
Look for public sculptures and traditional streetscapes around Barva’s central gathering space.
Playa Punta Uva
Observe a Caribbean beach landscape near Puerto Viejo. Sea conditions vary; do not assume calm-looking water is safe.
Jacó
Jacó brings a lively Pacific town, a broad beach and forested hills into one family base. Begin with a shoreline walk or a small discovery in town, then explore nearby Herradura, Playa Hermosa or the Esterillos coast as separate outings. There is room here for surf learning, wildlife questions and the everyday stories of a coastal community.
La Fortuna
La Fortuna invites families to explore the landscapes around Arenal: forest trails, flowing water and a volcano that changes how we see the horizon. Use the town as your base, then choose a manageable outing that leaves time to notice leaves, birds and the weather.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca brings Caribbean community life, coastal forest and beach landscapes together. Explore with curiosity about the people and traditions of the area, then make time for a nearby discovery along the southern Caribbean coast.
Tortuguero
Tortuguero invites families into a landscape shaped by water. Canals, forest and Caribbean shoreline create opportunities to listen closely, observe wildlife and learn why protecting nesting beaches matters. The village is part of the experience, not just a departure point.
Uvita
Uvita offers a base for discovering Costa Ballena’s forested coastline and marine landscapes. Explore the shore thoughtfully, learn about the protected waters of Marino Ballena and make room for quiet observations as well as larger outings.