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Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Central Pacific beaches, cloud forest, and the Osa

6 destinations · 709 experiences nearby

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Cities in Puntarenas

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Puntarenas province stretches from Jacó’s accessible beach strip to Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Monteverde’s cloud forest, and remote Drake Bay on the Osa.

Start by choosing a destination below — Jacó, Quepos, Monteverde, Santa Teresa, Drake Bay, Puerto Jiménez, Sierpe, and Puntarenas — then open the Visit guide or book tours.

Sample experiences

Tours across Puntarenas

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Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach!Free cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach!

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (114 reviews)
From$52/person
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Surfing Classes Manuel AntonioFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Surfing Classes Manuel Antonio

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (107 reviews)
From$105/person
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White Water Rafting Half Day Naranjo River (Apr. 15th-Jan. 10th)Free cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

White Water Rafting Half Day Naranjo River (Apr. 15th-Jan. 10th)

⏱ 3.8 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (104 reviews)
From$105/person
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2-Hour Surf Lesson in MontezumaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

2-Hour Surf Lesson in Montezuma

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (100 reviews)
From$73/person
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Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa HermosaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa

⏱ 1.5 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (87 reviews)
From$100/person
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Half day surf and adventure in MontezumaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Half day surf and adventure in Montezuma

⏱ 4 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (85 reviews)
From$70/person
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Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa RicaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (78 reviews)
From$39/person
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Jaco Birdwatching and Photography with SergioFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Jaco Birdwatching and Photography with Sergio

⏱ 3 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (74 reviews)
From$102/person
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Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari TourFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Puntarenas

Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour

⏱ 4 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (72 reviews)
From$85/person
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Travel guide

Planning a trip through Puntarenas

Choose Jacó for easy SJO access and adventure density, Quepos for Manuel Antonio, Monteverde for canopy walks, and Drake Bay for Corcovado.

How to use this hub

  • Open a city Visit guide for tips, dining, and logistics.
  • Use city Tours pages when you are ready to compare live Viator experiences.
  • Sample experiences below are a province-wide snapshot — not a substitute for city catalogs.

Good to know

FAQs about Puntarenas Costa Rica

What are the best destinations in Puntarenas?

Top visitor bases include Jacó, Quepos (Manuel Antonio), Monteverde, Santa Teresa, Drake Bay, Puerto Jiménez, Sierpe, and the port city of Puntarenas. Pick based on beach vs adventure vs rainforest priorities.

Jacó or Quepos for a first Pacific stop?

Jacó is closer to San José and denser with tours. Quepos / Manuel Antonio is better if the national park is your priority.

Are these Puntarenas tours bookable online?

Yes — sample experiences link to live Viator product pages with current availability and USD starting prices.