Pineapple Creek Camping

With miles of beaches nearby, all that remains is to pick a sandy spot for your precious unwinding time. Might that be Pavones or Playa Zancudo (50 minutes’ drive), with its black sand, almond trees and excellent surf and fishing spots? Or perhaps the big blue is just too inviting? After all, there are humpback whales, spotted dolphins and whale sharks out there, as well as sea turtles. You might spot one (or more) on a whale-watching tour from Pavones Point (15 minutes). If you’re eyeing up some excursions too, one excellent idea is to take a tour of the Guaymi Indian Reserve in the Reserva Indigena de Osa (three hours and 10 minutes). It’s home to an indigenous tribe who have cattle farms and crops like coffee beans, corn and rice. Closer to your new home, the Punta Banco Beach Waterfall (20 minutes) is simply a splendid adventure. You might spot monkeys in the trees on the way to this 40-foot waterfall.