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Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera), Costa Rica
Just a few miles from Puerto Caldera is Puntarenas, where stunning beaches, an array of wildlife, and streets lined with restaurants, bars and cafés await. Carara National Park is a must for nature lovers and features ancestral trees and secondary forests, perfect for spotting wildlife such as crocodiles and 400-plus species of birds, including colorful scarlet macaws. Or, switch gears and party with the locals at Jaco, about 30 miles south. There, find sun, fun and sand with plenty of bars and places to grab a bite.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Caldera Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
CST (Central Standard Time) UTC/GMT -6 hours -
Language
The official language is Spanish. -
Currency & Shopping
Costa Rican colon -
Famous For
Puerto Caldera is the oldest port in the country. The port of Puntarenas was only developed in 1840, when coffee production reached exportable levels. -
Fun Fact #1
Coffee cultivation has been the primary source of income for many Costa Rican families since the turn of the 19th century. -
Fun Fact #2
It rains year-round in Costa Rica. Wherever you go, take an umbrella or rain poncho just in case. And remember, it gets chilly in the mountains. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Gallo pinto, stir-fried rice and beans, is Costa Rica’s national dish and usually served at breakfast. Ceviche is also popular, as are tamales.