![]() ![]() Being located in one of the most bio-diverse countries in the world, exploring the lush outdoors is not all that is on offer for Puerto Viejo. The best time to visit is typically in September, where the temperatures are dry and not unbearably high. September and October are also very safe months across the Caribbean, where uninterrupted sunshine can be enjoyed daily. February and March are typically drier months when you can enjoy a well-watered, greener version of the town. Puerto Viejo has a significant amount of rainfall in the rainy season from November to January and then once again from April to August. Puerto Viejo’s weather is absolutely tropical, unapologetically so. If you’re planning on discovering the dizzying tropical landscapes and plentiful Costa Rican jungle for yourself, here is what to know before your trip:Ī post shared by Puerto Viejo Weather and Best Time To Travel Not to be confused with Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca’s slow-paced town is the go-to destination in Costa Rica for travelers who shun the luxury lifestyle and prefer to fully ‘pura vida’ their way through the trip.ĭensely populated with African descent communities, Puerto Viejo is popular amongst Black travelers because of its rich indigenous culture, offering a vastly different experience from the Pacific coast. The popular beach town on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast is deeply inspired by Jamaican culture, displaying colorful references to the Rastafari faith in art, mentality and even in the Reggae music found distantly sung or playing in the palm-tree lined streets. ![]() At the end of this post we have also gratuitously provided you with embarrassing blooper reel footage from our mishaps at the beaches, we hope your enjoy :).The first thing to know about Puerto Viejo is that it packs all the punch and flavor of what you expect from one of Central America’s most undeniably Caribbean coastal towns. We rented a surfboard and a boogie board for an hour and both had a blast! We even got some video of our surfing and boogie boarding adventure with our GoPro. Unlike Hawaii, the only danger when surfing here are the waves punishing you. In Hawaii we were on constant alert for the strong rip tide, shallow coral, and rocks which would all equally ruin your day if you lost control of your board. Lauren decided after surfing in Hawaii that boogie boarding was her sport. After our surfing lessons in Hawaii Bryan has been itching to get another chance to go surfing. ![]() They have surfboard and boogie board rentals right on the beach for a fair price (about $6 an hour). The first beach you encounter setting out from Puerto Viejo is Playa Cocles which is known as the surfer beach, but you can also swim here and boogie board (bodyboard). We have listed the beaches below in the order that you would pass them biking from Puerto Viejo to Manzillo. Beyond Punta Uva there are a few hills that will get your heart pumping before arriving at Playa Grande in Manzanillo. The road is very flat and easy ride up to around Punta Uva (third beach) which is about a 4.5 mile ride. We chose to ride all the way to Playa Grande at the end of the road, by Manzanillo, so we could take our time soaking up the sun at each beach on the way back. One thing all of the beaches have in common is a tropical tree lined backdrop, soft blond sand, and incredibly clear water. Lastly, Playa Grande is quite obviously the largest beach of the bunch and is also a quiet beach being at the end of the road where not many venture. Punta Uva is located close to the point that is along the road and offers the calmest waters of all the beaches perfect for swimming. ![]() Playa Chiquita is a beach that is known as a secluded spot great for relaxing and soaking up the sun. It's like a banana forest right on the beach! Just kidding :) we didn't get a chance to visit this beach so that is just how I pictured it. Playa Cocles is the first beach you come to and is known as the spot for surfing, but you can also swim here and the beach is plenty wide enough for everyone to enjoy! Playa Chiquita is the birthplace of Chiquita bananas and is where all of the Chiquita bananas are grown. There are four well known beaches dotted along route 256, each offering something a little different from one another. On our last day in Puerto Viejo we decided to rent some bikes to explore the several beaches along the 7.5 miles of coastal road stretching from Puerto Viejo to Manzanillo. Beaches Nearby Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica ![]()
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