South Pacific Coast Travel Guide
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The 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.
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
Count on finding lots of fresh fish and tropical fruits on the menu, whether at a roadside soda (casual eatery) serving comida tipica (typical food) or...read more
Things To Do in South Pacific Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in South Pacific Coast
- $391 & up -- Flights to Costa Rica on Sale (R/T, incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- $113+: Costa Rica: Guanacaste All-Incl. Beachfront Resort w/Credit, 20% Off BookIt.com
- $99+: Costa Rica All-Inclusive Beachfront Resort w/$100 Credit, 50% Off BookIt.com
- $1845 -- Costa Rica: 6-City Getaway, $150 Off (Ages 18-35) Contiki Vacations
South Pacific Coast Experiences
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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 up Mt. 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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The South Pacific Zone is Costa Rica's last frontier, with a wealth of protected biodiversity. It's also the cradle of the country's ecotourism... Read more
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La Amistad National Park. By far the largest park in Costa Rica, at more than 1,980 square km (765 square mi), La Amistad is a mere portion of... Read more
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