City: Province of Puntarenas
Top Things to do in Province of Puntarenas
Top Restaurants in Province of Puntarenas
Things to do in Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica: The Best Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
Puntarenas (Spanish pronunciation: [puntaˈɾenas]) is a province of Costa Rica. It is located in the western part of the country, covering most of Costa Rica's Pacific Ocean coast, and it is the largest province in Costa Rica. Clockwise from the northwest it borders on the provinces Guanacaste, Alajuela, San José and Limón, and the neighbouring country of Panama.
Restaurants in Province of Puntarenas
1. Guided Tour of Manuel Antonio National Park from Jaco
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
During this tour, you will be able to take a guided tour through Manuel Antonio National Park and enjoy a delicious local lunch. Manuel Antonio National Park Tours, Within a relatively small corner of Costa Rica, tourists can find the excitement and adventure of a vacation in the Costa Rica tropical forest, surrounded by one of the country's most beautiful natural environments, without sacrificing life is modern conveniences. There is a magic to Manuel Antonio National Park that is hard to explain. One thing, however, is absolutely certain: once you have been here you will want to come back again.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), DVD (available to purchase)
Reviewed By 21aloha
Fantastic! An interactive and fascinating tour with Alejandro. Beautiful place and the chocolate is amazing! I would recommend this to anyone.
2. Rent A Family Bike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
- New service in town - Brand new bicycles - Guides/instructors available - It's a benefit for your health & our planet
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Bottled water, Safety gear
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Reviewed By cumitchy
Anyone can get in a car and drive you from point A to point B, but Martin was one of those drivers that you felt very comfortable with. Not only was he personable, but he is a VERY good driver which made me feel at ease as we had a fairly long trip to our final destination. Highly recommend.
3. Rental Boards Responsive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Surfing Uvita has a wide variety of boards for rent for different levels sizes and shapes. Our surf shop is located only 100 meters to the beach and easily accessible, which means you don’t have to travel far to pick up or bring back the surfboards. In addition, we will give you tips to be safe, how to take care of the board and would direct you to the best spot for surfing. Self-checkout, just come and drop the surfboard if we are not around.
Inclusions: Use of surfboards leash, fins, and wax., Use of rash guards
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Reviewed By W9807XZnatashas
Great experience today catching some waves with Julian! Felt a bit nervous because it’s been awhile since I’ve been on a surf board and he communicated everything so well. I felt ease listening to him describe all I needed to know and not overwhelmed at all. Once out on the water, I felt empowered and ready to catch some waves. Felt so safe and comfortable to be out in the ocean. Awesome teacher and great energy! Highly recommend for anyone looking to surf and needing an instructor. It was 2 hours long, the beach was empty and there is no rocks/ pebbles or shells so it feels like the safest place to really absorb and learn the ways.
4. Diego Surf Lessons and Trips
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
It is a unique experience that the contact with the sea and nature and the waves of Manuel Antonio will not forget.
Inclusions: Snacks, Lunch, Bottled water, Surfboards
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Reviewed By arthurg754
Diego’s the best in the area. He knows all the spots and cool things to see in the area. When he teaches surfing he starts with the basics and by the end you’re pretty much guaranteed to be standing up and riding waves. I talked to a couple other surf places on the beach, but Diego is the one. Referred my friends there too. He also took some of my friends to a waterfall hike. Definitely recommend Diego.
5. Full Monteverde Cloud Forest Experience With Ziplining and Lunch
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 54 reviews
Spend time exploring all the spectacular cloud forest has to offer! Zipline through the forest canopy, walk along the hanging bridges, explore the butterfly and hummingbird gardens, and enjoy a tasty lunch at the on-site restaurant.
Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By suzannek544
Hanging bridges are no problem for me, so no lasting memories there even though there were eight of them. But it was notable for being inside a tropical jungle with lots to see. Didn’t see animals but did see birds.
6. Puntarenas Highlights Shore Excursion
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 53 reviews
This tour will allow you to really take a glimpse of a fantastic Costa Rica. It encompasses wildlife, great food, rainforest, fruit tasting, affordable and diverse shopping and a close and personal encounter with the Costa Ricans, famed to be the happiest people in the world.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Food tasting, Lunch, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By James C
This was an excellent tour from the port for $25.00 a person. It was 3 to 3.5 hours long. We had a driver and a tour guide and both spoke english. It was a good tour and we saw a wild three toes sloth climbing down from a tree as well as a large Aguana. We tasted fruits, cocao, and coconut milk. We got to see lots of the small city and the country side.
7. 10 in 1 Puntarenas Highlights tour
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 31 reviews
With 18 years leading the best experiences we are the local experts and still with a big passion of showing the nicest sights of beautiful Costa Rica, we have earned the certificated of excellence by TripAdvisor since 2011 when they created it till now, the only agency in town with such an award. We ensure a personal experience on small group tours, wildlife interaction and deep inclusion to the rain forest ecosystem by profesional nature guides, premier transportation with a/c, wifi, large reclining seats and more, also we dont use more than 70% of the passengers capacity of our tour vans/coaches due our total satisfaction guarantee.
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By michaelkL7541KH
Odyssey was great. They treated our entire group top notch and helped us with everything. Many thanks to Diego!
8. Tortuga Island Cruises From San José
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
The Gulf of Nicoya is a paradisiac archipelago composed of several islands, with a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is LOCATED: Isla Tortuga.
Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Box Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transportation from Hotels in San José
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Aditional Activities in The Island
Reviewed By 926RonS
The place didn't disappoint. The numerous waterfalls and trail was great experience. Definitely worth-visiting.
9. Day Trip from San Jose to Jaco Beach & ATV Adventure
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour has been designed with a view to offering a relaxing day at one of the most popular beaches in the country surrounded by an active and vibrant trade to enjoy the warm tropical climate, the long beach bathed by the Pacific Ocean and the pools included among the facilities and services offered by the beach hotel South Beach . Its proximity to the capital city makes the city of Jacó one of the most important holiday destinations in the country, where the offer of tourist services is extremely varied allowing you to enjoy all kinds of adventure, nature and entertainment activities to the fullest. Tour includes: Profesional bilingual guide Comfortable air conditioning transportation Use of facilities Bottled water 2 Hours ATV Adventure Lunch Free wifi
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional equipment
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By meator3
I was in Costa Rica in January, now I have traveled to Colombia. I have waited several months but I cannot shake how HORRIBLE this tour was. We were supposed to have a tour bus but was instead packed into a sedan. At some point the tour guide was alluding to us going to a nicer restaurant and having us pay for his lunch because the office "did not send the money over" for the included meal. I have been on many tours before and many after but this one was easily the worst. Our tour guide was out taking pictures of his own on every site instead of actually guiding us. What took the cake was when we thought we were going to see a coffee plantation but instead he pulls over on the side of the road to a ditch to show us mounds of dirt that supposedly were growing coffee and he said he couldn't take us to an actual plantation because "The Nicaraguans are harder working and the Costa Rican youth are always on their phones now so it won't be worth it". We paid 100+ dollars EACH for a glorified taxi ride across the country. 0/10 don't recommend
10. Scooter Rentals in Manuel Antonio & Quepos
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
Manuel Antonio and its surrouding area offers some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches that stretch along the Pacific coast, but it can be difficult to see them all by foot. With limited transportation options in and around Manuel Antonio and Quepos, your best and most affordable way of getting around is to rent a scooter. Save your vacation time for sunning and surfing, and enjoy the freedom and flexibility to explore Manuel Antonio on your own terms. All scooters are 150cc and are able to carry 2 people. Just let us know if you will require an extra helmet and we will provide for no extra charge.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Use of helmet, Use of scooter, Hotel pickup and drop-off of scooter
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 539vanyas
We had great fun, always felt safe and everything was perfectly organized! Thanks to Gregory and team for this amazing day!
