What to do in Puntarenas Province

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

AU$125
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

AU$124
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio
Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

AU$144
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour

Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular)

AU$93
per adult
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular)
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours
Selvatura Sloth Habitat

Selvatura Sloth Habitat

AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Selvatura Sloth Habitat
CR BEACH BARN- Horseback Riding On The gorgeous Beach

Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco

AU$123
per adult
Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco
Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

AU$138
per adult
Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano
Full Day Waterfall Adventure

Full Day Waterfall Adventure

AU$217
per adult
Full Day Waterfall Adventure
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Jacó Beach

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Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Jacó Beach, a popular beach in Jacó. You can seek out the surfing spots and local tours in this relaxing area.
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Our guide on where to stay in Puntarenas Province

Find the best Puntarenas Province areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Cascada El Salto or Biesanz Beach while you're exploring the area.

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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 Cascada El Salto and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge 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

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky shoreline, and lush green palm trees.

Golfito

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Parrita

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Monteverde

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a backdrop of mountains and dense forest.

Bahía Ballena

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Los Angeles Chires

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Carate

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Cabuya