Central Pacific Coast Travel Guide
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The Central Pacific region of Costa Rica is a long swath of gorgeous land, from sublime coastline dotted with national parks to inland stretches of ranches, coffee plantations, small villages, and forested mountains. There's a reason this is a popular place to visit: the region has a lot of "Pura Vida" to offer.
Central Pacific Coast Hotels
The Central Pacific has a good mix of high-quality hotels, nature lodges, and cabinas (low-cost Tico-run hotels, often laid out like motels), including...read more
Central Pacific Coast Restaurants
Find the best Central Pacific Coast restaurants in every price category with our top picks.
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Things To Do in Central Pacific Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Central Pacific Coast
- 7-Night Costa Rica All-Inclusive Vacations Apple Vacations
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- Costa Rica Active — $2,850 IExplore
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Central Pacific Coast Experiences
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Nature and wildlife: Explore seaside flora and fauna at Manuel Antonio National Park, Curú National Wildlife Refuge, and Cabo Blanco Absolute... Read more
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One of the last remnants of an ecological transition zone between Costa Rica's drier northwest and more humid southwest, Carara National Park... Read more
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At only 7 square km (3 square mi), Manuel Antonio National Park—Costa Rica's smallest park—has an impressive collection of natural... Read more
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The Central Pacific is more renowned for its hedonistic Pacific beaches and resort nightlife than for wildlife or ecotourism. But there are some... Read more
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Rated one of the top diving destinations in the world, Isla del Coco is uninhabited and remote, and its waters are teeming with marine life... Read more
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