What to do in Puntarenas Province

Activities, attractions and tours

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A green suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and lush green hills in the background.

Things to do

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

£64
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

£64
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

£129
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat
Day Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran

£118
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Snorkeling Tour to Playa Fantasia on Sealounge Catamaran
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

£26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

£126
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

£45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours
Guided visit to Carara National Park

Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

£33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)
Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

£70
per adult
Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano
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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 £83 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 £83 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 £52 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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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 £33 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 £38 per adult
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What to do in Puntarenas Province

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is a popular place to visit in Monteverde and nearby activities include hiking. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.
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Where to stay in Puntarenas Province

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a lush green island.

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.

A lush green landscape with a view of a lake and mountains in the distance.
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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

While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Valle Pura Vida

Valle Pura Vida might not have many top sights, but Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Cascada El Salto are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Hermosa Hills

When in Hermosa Hills, you can plan a visit to Jacó Beach and El Miro, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

 

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Day trip destinations from Puntarenas Province

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Puerto Jiménez

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Curu

An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and dense tropical vegetation.

Parrita

A suspension bridge in a dense forest.

Monteverde

A coastal city with a beach, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Esterillos

A rural house with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by banana trees and a dirt path.

Miramar

A beach with waves, a large rock formation, and distant mountains.

Playa Naranjo

A monkey in a tree.

Damas