Puntarenas Beach & Shopping
 The
Central Pacific's largest city, Puntarenas sits on a long, narrow
peninsula in the Gulf of Nicoya. For years, it was the country's
principal port, and though a never port in nearby Caldera now handles
cargo and Puntarenas the cruise ships, a large fishing fleet still
anchors in the stuary behind town. Being the coutry's most important
fishing port, Puntarenas is the perfect place to enjoy fresh seafood, be
it camarones al ajillo (shrimps und scampi), pescado entero (a whole fried
fish), or ceviche de corvina (bits of fresh fish marinate in lime juice
with onions, peppers and spices).
 The water is murky though, and the beach may seem a bit urban but it is a
lively town on weekends, when people from San José fill its waterfront
restaurants and bars. A series of open-air cafes that line the beach are
the perfect place to head for dessert, or refreshment, since they are
specialized in ice cream and fresh fruit drinks.
Departure
at the hotel at 7:15 am, return at 3:30 pm,
Price: on request
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