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Costa Rica's South Pacific encompasses everything south of San José, down to the border with Panama, and all the territory west of the Talamanca mountains, sloping down to the Pacific coast. World-class mountain hikes and bird-watching abound in the highlands, just south of the capital, while the beaches attract surfers, fishermen, whale-watchers, and beachcombers. But the jewels in the South Pacific crown are the idyllic Golfo Dulce and the wild Osa Peninsula, brimming with wildlife and natural adventures.
South Pacific Coast Hotels
Expect reasonable comfort in unbelievably wild settings. Most accommodations are in small hotels, cabins, and lodges run by hands-on owners, many of them...read more
South Pacific Coast Restaurants
Find the best South Pacific Coast restaurants in every price category with our top picks.
Things To Do in South Pacific Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
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South Pacific Coast Experiences
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Though the rain forest is the most famous region in Costa Rica, there are other types of forests here equally rich in life and well worth exploring... Read more
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The world gives high marks to Costa Rica for its environmental awareness, but accolades don't always match reality. In the last half century... Read more
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Enormous Corcovado National Park: The last refuge of such endangered species as jaguars and tapirs.... Read more
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Chirripó National Park is all about hiking. The ascent to Mount Chirripó, the highest mountain in Costa Rica, is the most popular... Read more
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For those who crave untamed wilderness, Corcovado National Park is the experience of a lifetime. Covering one-third of the Osa Peninsula, the... Read more
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Great snorkeling, whale-watching, and beachcombing draw visitors and locals to Parque Nacional Marino Ballena (Whale Marine National Park), which... Read more
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