The South Pacific is a unique region with some of the most impressive natural wonders that Costa Rica has to offer, here is the Manuel Antonio and Marine Ballena National Parks, Chirripo, sites in indigenous areas, the Terraba-Sierpe mangroves, the Piedras Blancas National Park, Golfo Dulce, Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park. The South Pacific of Costa Rica offers fantastic opportunities for adventure, whale watching tour, sports fishing, diving, surfing, rafting, paragliding, mountain climbing, bird watching, excellent beaches and natural attractions to enjoy.
Breakfast on our way south
Tiquicia, breakfast on the road, our trip to Sierpe South Pacific Costa Rica ~ by Dr. Leiner Vargas Alfaro We Ticos love breakfast on the road, it is part of the flavor of tiquicia, land […]
The adventure of Colombian Cyclists in Costa Ballena
Ruta de los Conquistadores, the adventure of Colombian Cyclists By Néstor Raúl Aventurabtt We are members of a Colombian cyclists club, is a mountain bike group called “Aventura BTT”. One day, over dinner, we got […]
Seizures
~ by Dr. Fernando Riera S. Seizures or convulsions are the result of abnormal activity of the brain, in which neurons experience an imbalance in excitatory and inhibitory signals. As a result, they produce an […]
Golden Paste
A turmeric-based golden paste has many healing anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, and antifungal properties.
Fast Living in Paradise
Fast Living in Paradise ~ by Perry Gladstone Things grow here fast: Plants, trees, dogs, my nails. Especially now in green season, it’s an explosion of life, consumption, and re-birth. Energy changing from one form […]
Costa Rica a Privileged Nation
Costa Rica is a privileged nation, thanks to its location, its vast natural richness, and the human warmth that distinguishes Costa Ricans; this is why it was named “The Happiest Place on Earth”. ~ Por […]
Coconut Milk
This column promotes a healthy lifestyle by showcasing locally grown products easily found at nearby famers markets. In this edition, we will be highlighting the benefits of coconuts and how to make coconut milk. ~ […]
Kakü means hospitality
~ by Carlos León Kakü means hospitality in Cabécar language (Kabekwa) The Cabécares are a Costa Rican autochthonous ethnic group. They are one of the most culturally diverse societies in Costa Rica because they still […]
Volunteer Program Grants in Costa Rica and Nicaragua
Raleigh International is providing scholarships for Costa Rican in Sustainable Development programs. Raleigh International is a non-profit NGO searching of Costa Ricans over 18 who are interested in participating in a volunteer program focused on […]
Sierpe, a Destination to Take into Account
Texto y foto por Jeane Brennan To some, Sierpe is just a pretty face, with not much going on behind the scenes. To others, Sierpe is a quiet village that just happens to be the springboard to Drake […]
Blue Ecologic Flag for Ojochal
~ by Carlos León A sunny morning was the gorgeous setting of a very special celebration that took place in the community of Ojochal, in Costa Ballena. That day, the Ecological Blue Flag was officially raised at the entrance of […]
Here you can find contact information and bus schedules to San Isidro de Perez Zeledon, Quepos, Dominical, Uvita, Palmar, Sierpe, Puerto Jimenez at the Osa Peninsula, Golfito, Ciudad Neily, Panamanian border and David (Panama).
The cheapest way to travel is always by bus, in Costa Rica the public bus transport is very good and you can find buses to reach any part of the country.
On almost all bus routes, there is at least one stop along the way where passengers can stretch out, make use of sanitary services and have a snack. Most units traveling to different destinations are modern and offer amenities to travelers.