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A few things to keep in mind for your trip...
  • You must have a valid passport to travel into Costa Rica.
  • There is a Departure Tax upon leaving Costa Rica.  (presently the rate is $26.00 per person).  It must be paid in cash in U.S. dollars.
Getting here:  San Jose is a 2 1/2 hour direct flight from Miami, Florida.

Flying From San Jose to the Osa Peninsula: Direct flights from S.J. to Pt. Jimenez last 50 minutes and give you a fantastic bird's eye view of this beautiful country!  (Flying is definitely the fastest, easiest way to the Osa.) **Note** The inter country flights have carry on weight restrictions. 25 lbs. may be carried on per person.  There is a nominal fee for extra weight.

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Driving From San Jose to the Osa Peninsula: You can drive from San Jose. to the Osa.  The road is completely paved now except for an hour between Quepos and Dominical.  The drive is gorgeous, but be patient.  The mountain roads are winding and steep.  The drive from
Dominical along the beach has stunning vista views!  It is an 8-9 hour drive but worth every minute if you're not in a hurry.

Drive carefully and DON'T speed.  The police do issue tickets and they are
not inexpensive.

Be sure to rent a 4 wheel drive vehicle if driving to the Osa; you will need it. Watch out for potholes.  Although the roads are much better than they used to be, they still washout during heavy rains.  You should never drive at night.

The weather:  In the "summer season" (the peak travel time) December  until May, the eather in the Osa averages 85-90 Farenheit with calm winds, calm seas and very little rain.  On the beach it can be humid but out on the boat there is always a breeze, and the fishing is Excellent!

What To Bring:  Bring your personal effects such as any prescription medications and pharmacy type products, as well as a light rain jacket just in case, (it IS the rain forest).  Also, a "dry bag" is a smart way to go for things like your cameras, ID, etc. You can buy items like film, and sun lotion most everywhere, but if you have a particular brand you can't do without, bring it!

Pack light, and bring comfortable cotton clothing.  Leave your high-heeled shoes at home (the monkeys won't notice).  Do bring good walking / hiking shoes.  Quick drying Sandals are great to have too.

Port Jimenez is a quiet little town on the water, with Scarlet Macaws flying over head and monkeys in the trees everywhere.  It has one main road and about 3000 residents total.  There are 5 restaurants, 3 grocery stores, a bank, and many small sodas (bars).  There are telephones for public use and phone cards readily available.  There is an Internet cafe which has 4 or 5 computers with on-line service as well as fax machines, and a small restaurant in the back.

Flights arrive and depart several times a day, to different places in the Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Travel Sites and Information

Accommodations
Bosque del Cabo - Eighty acres of landscaped gardens, giant pool, located on the mountain
in the rain forest.  One of the nicest places down here, we offer this as part of our Cape Matapalo package.
Cano Negro Lodge - Natural lodge in the ideal base for exploration of the aquatic paradise of the Wetlands of Caño Negro, Area offers great fishing, bridwatching and the wildlife Costa Rica is famous for.
Castillo Del Mar Luxury Vacation Rental - Rent this luxurious villa rental on the Pacific Ocean in Dominical. Spectacular views, complete amenities, and access to many of Costa Rica's most exhilarating tours.
Hotel Arenal Paraiso - Resort and spa, located two and a half hours north of San José, features a peaceful and quiet atmosphere with spectacular view of the majestic Arenal Volcano.
Hotel Villa Corcovado - A coastal rainforest reserve in Golfo Dulce. Luxury vacation villas scattered throughout 70 acres of unspoiled jungle on the Southern Coast of Costa Rica.
Hotel Villa Teca - Hotel features 20 villas, each with 2 rooms, located on the slopes of the Manuel Antonio mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The villas are scattered throughout a lush tropical vegetation that attracts numerous exotic birds and small wild animals.

Lapa Rios - One of the most luxurious choices. One the same mountain as Bosque Del Cabo. There is no beach but it's a beautiful property in the rain forest.
Lookout Inn -  Comfortable, eco-friendly accommodations. One of the choices in our vacation packages.
Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge - One of our favorite lodges. Offers a perfect blend of comfort with environmental preservation; beautifully designed and constructed from naturally fallen trees and recycled materials.
Rafiki Safari Lodge - One of our favorite spots. Rafkik is a luxury tent camp in the rainforest outside of Manuel Antonio, nestled on 750 acres of pristine jungle along the Savegre River. Offers white water rafting, hiking, birding, and horseback riding in the rainforest.

Transportation
Nature Air - One of the two intercountry airlines for flights within Costa Rica. Inexpensive and flies several times daily in and out of Pt. Jimenez.
SANSA - Online reservations and information for a Costa Rican airline.
Alfa Romeo Aero Taxi (no website) - A private charter captain, Alvaro, flies in and out of all the small strips for traveling safely to all the out of the way places.  He will pick up in San Jose and take you round trip to your destination  All the locals use him and say he's the best pilot in these parts. Ttel. 775-1515; email: taxicorcovado@racsa.co.cr.

Attractions, Activities
Costa Rica's Temptations  - Information about Costa Rica, activities, hotels, transportation, and travel tips. Tours and accommodation, are listed by location. 
Escondido Trex - The only expedition outfitters on the Osa Peninsula, offers kayaking trips; day trips or 2-10 day adventures. 
The Original Canopy Tour - This is where we go Zip-lining at the foot of Arenal Volcano.  It is the best zip line in the country.  There are seven lines altogether and is at the foot of Arenal, very scenic, and the guides are safety conscious.  Highly recommended.
Safaris Corobici - Costa Rica river trips. Specializing in scenic river trips for birdwatchers and naturalists.


Costa Rica Fishing
Ocotal Fishing Resort -  A leader among Costa Rica's Fishing Hotels and Resorts, located in exotic Guanacaste. We offer the best: big game fishing (marlin, sailfish), fly fishing, inshore offshore fishing, charter boats, equipment rental, lodging... Ocean view rooms.
Flyfishing in Costa Rica - Dedicated to eco-flyfishing and preserving our unique fishery for the future generations. Catch and Release is our motto, as we quietly fish these unique tropical waters.
C-Tales Fishing in Costa Rica - We practice catch & release for big game sailfish & marlin. The option of bringing home dorado, tuna, snapper, and other sport fish is up to the customer.

Costa Rica Travel
Monteverde Costa Rica Cloud Forest Info Center  - Information on the Monteverde Cloud forest area in Costa Rica. Here you will find info on hotels and activities such as canopy, horseback and guided tours in the forest. Reservations online.
Tropical Delight Costa Rica Directory - Travel information with special links for dolphin and whales.

Official Costa Rica Links Site - The official, propitious Costa Rica links site for information and resources.


Costa Rica Businesses
Aventura Cafe Ltda. - In our plantation we produce one of the finest gourmet coffee beans from Costa Rica, we roast and sell our single farm coffee direct to our costumers. Buy coffee here and save your money.
Costa Rica Real Estate For Sale by Owner - Service to put buyers of fine residential and commercial properties directly in touch with seller, free from listing contracts and costly commissions. Also seasonal and long term rental listings.

Travel Information Outside Costa Rica

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Dolphin and Whale Watching Tours.:: Contact Us

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