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15 – Cahuita National Park

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ByMariana Moreno Jimenez

About the park ⋆｡𖦹 °. 𓇼 ⋆❀˖°

Explore Cahuita National Park in Limón, home to the best-preserved coral reef on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast 🙂

The park is co-managed by the community and government, focusing on sustainability.

Activities

  • White-sand beaches with safe swimming areas and beach activities.
  • Coral reef snorkeling zones to see colorful fish like French angelfish, queen angelfish, and marine life including lobsters and turtles.
  • Coastal trails for spotting wildlife such as howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, eyelash vipers, crab hawks, and basilisks.

Practical information

  • Opens everyday from 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m
  • There are two entry points: Playa Blanca and Puerto Vargas.
    *Playa Blanca: Entry is free, but donations are appreciated.
    *Puerto Vargas:
    – Non-residents: $5.65
    – Residents: ¢1,130
  • Guided tours available

For more information, visit the following website: https://www.sinac.go.cr/es/ac/aclac/pnc/paginas/default.aspx

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