Surrounded by exhuberant nature and a vibrant culture, this region plunges you into the rhythm of the tropics. Time seems to slow down as soon as you leave Braulio Carrillo National Park, heading for the Southern Caribbean.
Nature lovers will enjoy the rainforests of Cahuita National Park and Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge as well as one of Costa Rica’s best coral reefs. Each year thousands of sea turtles nest on the country’s Caribbean beaches.
For many years different ethnic groups have shared the region harmoniously, each one maintaining its own identity. Communities like Keköldi and Yorkin represent the indigenous Bribrí culture, while Puerto Viejo, Cahuita and Manzanillo are inhabited predominantly by people of Afro-Caribbean descent. Mestizos from all over the coutry have sought refuge and work in the area, and more recently, people from all over the world have bought land near the coast, seeking an alternative lifestyle.
There have been many attempts to tame this land, but so far the power of its nature and the feistiness of its people have made that impossible. Approaching the Caribbean requires the same respect you would accord a magic place of power.
Visit the Caribbean at a relaxed pace, without prejudices, and be ready to savor each unexpected happening. One of the most enjoyable ways to tour the area is to rent a bike!
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