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Costa
Rica Travel Information and Links
A
few things to keep in mind for your trip...
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You must
have a valid passport to travel into Costa Rica.
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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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