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—What to do in Puerto Viejo—
There is a lot out there and we now how hard it can be to decide what to fit in and what to skip. Check out list of what to see and where to eat and drink in and around Puerto Viejo. Contact us today to plan your complete Costa Rican vacation.
Chiquita
Playa Chiquita
Beaches
The beaches of Playa Chiquita are a hidden treasures, with the historic Coconut Trail linking one hidden cove to another. The coast reef system creates natural pools that are the perfect place to enjoy the rich salt water of the Caribbean Sea.
Markets
Buy organic fruits from small neighbor farmers, committed to growing healthy products in a local community based effort. There are so many cool little shops and road side stand, take your time and stoll around.
Mandala
Check out Mandala, locally owned on the Main Street in the heart of Playa Chiquita. The store offers cool gifts, home furnishings and local crafted souvenirs. There is also second hand clothing shop.
Tostas
I small road-side cafe in Playa Chiquita that offers organic based food options, herbal teas, tostas, and vegan food options. Try the fresh iced tea made from pineapple husk and you will are guaranteed to leave feeling totally refreshed.
Exhale Body & Mind
Roxanna is a local certified massage therapist with 15+ years of experience in… Relaxation – Deep Tissue – Reiki – Acupressure – Reflexology
She is available by appointment and can come to your vacation rental.
WhatsApp at +506-8839-0992 Instagram @exhale_bodyandmind
Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo
Farmers Market
Every Saturday morning there is a farmers market in Puerto Viejo center. This is a definite go if you want to shop local products like coconut oil, cocoa, coffee, soaps, candles and food.
Sunsets
The best spot for Happy Hour and some of the best sunsets in Costa Rica. Make sure you take time for at least one afternoon of Chili Guaro and sunsets in Puerto Viejo.
Casa de Cultura
The Casa de las Culturas Marcus Garvey is the hub for cultural and community events including the Saturday farmers market. It’s the red, yellow and green colors of the building represent the communities the afro-Caribbean culture.
The Bakery
One of the last stops leaving Puerto Viejo, the Bakery offers a delicious breakfast and lunch menu as well as take-out bakery times and coffee.
Wanderlust
Wanderlust if one of the coolest shops in town to shop for locally crafted souvenirs, bikinis, books about Costa Rica, sunglasses, hats, hammocks, Caribbean style masks! They have so many cool and colorful things to look at and buy!
El Dragon
El Dragon offers a taste of Asia in Puerto Viejo. Patrick always cooks with fresh ingredients to create the finest flavors. The dumplings are a must try. Stop by or check them out on Facebook!
Roam Coffee Shop
Located in the heart of Puerto Viejo, Roam offers a walk up coffee bar where you can enjoy good coffee and good people watching. Sweet! Also check out the shop for cool t-shirts to take back to your friends.
Rent Bikes
Rent bikes and take a tour from Puerto Viejo to Manzanillo for a day of beach hoping. Take it slow on the bikes and enjoy the sites and sounds of the rainforest where it borders the sea.
Luna May
Luna May is a local clothing designer who makes fashionable lightweight Caribbean clothing. Stop in her shops downtown and take home unique prints that will forever remind you of your time in Caribe Sur.
Ocho Nani
Refresh yourself with homemade ice cream in downtown Puerto Viejo. Ocho Nani at the entrance of Chino Beach where you sit and enjoy your ice cream beachside. They are open most afternoons.
Bread & Chocolate
Bread & Chocolate is located in downtown Puerto Viejo and is one of the best spots to eat breakfast. Here you can drink fresh coffee, eat fresh home cooked breakfast, and enjoy locally sourced chocolates, pies, cookies, and cakes. Highly recommended.
Punta Uva
Punta Uva
Beaches
The beaches of Punta Uva have been rated as some of the best beaches in the world. Inside the reef, the waters are calm and provide some of the best conditions for swimming in the area. The calm clear waters are ideal for snorkeling and other water sports.
Wildlife
Punta Uva is constantly rated one of the best beaches in the world! It is also one of the best spots to see wildlife, like sloths and howler monkeys. The jungle is dense and the town is quiet.
Mirador
When in Punta Uva, we highly recommend taking a short hike up the hill and out to the mirador where you have an expansive view of the southern Caribbean coast. When the sea is calm the turquoise waters are clear enough to see tropical fish and even sea turtles swimming around the reef. Sit up on the edge of the Earth and enjoy the view.
El Refugio
El Refugio is a restaurant located just beyond Punta Uva, officially in Playa Grande. This is a high-end restaurant where you can find high quality meat and seafood dinners with good wine in an open and relaxed setting.
Cocles
Cocles
Mirador
Just a short hike will bring you to one of the best spots in all of the land. Punta Cocles, the lookout over the beautiful Isla Piripli. Here you can watch the sunset or rise, or both.
Tasty Waves Cantina
Tasty Waves Cantina is in an awesome locations and they offer express delivery! If you want a burger, or chicken strips, stop in or call them up.
Phone: +506 2750 0507
Surfing
Beach Break is the most popular beach in Caribe amongst the surfing crowd. Most of the year you can catch some of the best surfers from all over Costa Rica surfing some of the most respected waves in the country.
Take It Easy Foodcart
Easy Time food cart in Cocles is a must stop if you get the chance. He is usually near the Lifeguard stand in Break Break on Saturday’s and Sunday’s. Here you can find Rice and Beans with Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Curry Chicken, and also fish.
One Love Yoga
One love yoga classes are accessible to all beings , all levels, all ages, and all body types. At one love we offer Vinyasa yoga classes Monday thru Friday at 9 am.
To guarantee your space on the mat please prebook by messaging me at WhatsApp +506-8719-4654 or email onelovepvcr@gmail.com
Cahuita
Cahuita
Cahuita National Park
Cahuita National Park is on the top of the lists of things to do in Caribe Sur. The park is accessible to most and a pretty easy walk. The probability of you seeing birds, sloths, monkeys, iguana, and raccoons is pretty high.
Cahuita Turtle Rescue
If you’re lucky during your visit you may be able attend a baby sea turtle release. Also consider volunteering with Turtle Rescue Cahuita doing beach patrols, beach cleanups, and more fun stuff.
Soda Kawe
Eat a traditional breakfast Gallo Pinto with delicious fry cake cooked on wood fired stoves that give the food a special flavor. Its a good place to have a relaxing breakfast before taking a walk in the National Park.
Patty
If in Cahuita don’t miss the famous Del Rita Patty. Patty is Jamaican pastry usually filled with beef. Put here you can find daily specials that include pineapple, plantain, yucca, and the delicious snacks.
Manzanillo
Manzanillo
ARA Project
Playa Chiquita is bussing with the squawks of the Green McCaws. The species has made a remarkable comeback in the area thanks to the work of the ARA Project. Volunteer with the ARA project or try to visit while you are here.
Mirador
The Mirador Gandoca-Manzanillo, often called Miss May Point, is a stunning, easily accessible viewpoint located within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. It features a wooden boardwalk offering panoramic views of the turquoise sea, rugged coastline, and lush jungle, providing a top photo opportunity.
Beaches
Manzanillo beaches offer a tranquil, scenic, and, for the most part, unspoiled coastal gem known for its golden sands, palm trees and turquoise, calm waters. These beaches are a perfect spot for nature lovers looking for snorkeling, diving, or hiking through rainforest trails.
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