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Central Pacific : tout pour préparer ton voyage

Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast is one of the country’s most accessible coastal regions – with a mix of dense rainforest, wild beaches, national parks, wildlife watching and beach holidays.

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Combination of rainforest & beaches – Here dense jungle meets the sea. After a hike through tropical vegetation you can cool off on wild beaches and watch wildlife.
Easy to reach & diverse – The Central Pacific coast is one of Costa Rica’s most accessible regions. Perfect if you’re looking for comfort and a real nature experience without a long, strenuous journey.
Wildlife watching on your own – From scarlet macaws and capuchin monkeys to crocodiles on the Tarcoles river – you’ll have real wildlife moments not only in the national park but in many places along the route.

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Well-developed infrastructure – You can easily reach the Central Pacific coast via the tarmacked Route 34. The main towns Jacó, Playa Hermosa, Quepos and Tarcoles are easy to get to with a hire car and lie close together.
National park entry with ticket requirement – For Manuel Antonio National Park you need an online ticket and should reserve your visit in advance. It’s best to be there in the morning and have your ticket with you. You’ll find information and reservations under activities.
No food & single-use packaging in the national park – Food and single-use packaging are not allowed in Manuel Antonio National Park. Fill your drinks into reusable containers. This protects the animals and the rainforest.
Wildlife sightings right by the roadside – Watch macaws, toucans, monkeys and sloths not only in the park but also along the route between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. It’s worth having your binoculars to hand.
Getting there and around – A hire car is ideal if you want to move flexibly between beaches, national parks and towns. For more remote lodges a 4×4 can be useful. Public buses connect San José, Jacó and Quepos but offer less flexibility.
Best time to travel and weather conditions – In the dry season from December to April you can rely on good weather for excursions, wildlife watching and swimming. May to November brings more rain, but the region is quieter and everything is a lush green.