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Puerto Jiménez : tout pour préparer ton voyage

Puerto Jiménez is the largest village on the Osa Peninsula and a main access point to Corcovado National Park.

Pourquoi tu vas adorer cet endroit

Gateway to Corcovado – You reach the La Leona and Sirena sectors quickly. Guides, boats and transfers start from here. Ideal as a starting point for day tours and multi-day trekking.
Tropical fjord meets rainforest – Peaceful bays on the Golfo Dulce, mangroves and rainforest right by the sea. You combine kayaking, boat trips and short trails without long drives.
Good base – More infrastructure than Drake Bay. Supermarket, bank, harbour and simple restaurants are close together. Stay longer for night walks and spontaneous Golfo Dulce outings.

Access to Corcovado – Tours into Corcovado National Park are only possible with a certified guide. Book your guide for the La Leona or Sirena sector well in advance and confirm meeting point and start time in Puerto Jiménez.
Best time to travel and whale season – December to April brings drier trails and simple logistics. For humpback whales, July to October and December to March are ideal – plan half a day on the Golfo Dulce for this.
Getting there – The flight from San José to Puerto Jiménez takes about 50 minutes. By road, depending on traffic, you need 7 to 9 hours via the Interamericana to Chacarita and then on to the Osa Peninsula.
Vehicle and roads – For remote lodges or in the rainy season a 4×4 is worthwhile. Before you set off, ask about the current condition of the tracks and, if needed, arrange a lodge transfer from Puerto Jiménez.
Getting around locally – In town you can get around easily on foot, by taxi or by boat. Many lodges organise transfers – ask about this directly when you book.
Supplies and Wi-Fi – Puerto Jiménez has a supermarket, bank and pharmacy as well as more infrastructure than Drake Bay. Wi-Fi in town is often stable but is limited in remote lodges, so save your favourites in the free Wildful Stories app.