Top 10 Things to do in Golfito, Province of Puntarenas

January 1, 2022 Rosalyn Ihle

The port town of Golfito (literally 'little gulf') is located in Puntarenas Province on the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, near the border of Panama. The town lies on a narrow strip of land between the eponymous bay and a hill and consist of two parts, the town proper and shopping area to the south, and a residential area near the port. Still further north are the duty-free zone and an airstrip.
Restaurants in Golfito

1. Golfito Canopy - Zip Line

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Golfito Canopy - Zip Line

On this Puerto Jimenez Canopy Tour or Golfito Zip Line we will drive you by a mountain road to the top of the Puerto Jimenez Mountain where you'll be able to enjoy the most stunning views of the "Golfo Dulce" Bay and the evergreen rainforest.

2. Costa rica peche Passion

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Costa rica peche Passion

Welcome to Golfito, capital of giant sailfish and of the rooster fish.Since 2005 two French at Golfito Yves and Bernadette Harlepp welcome you and guide you and keep you company in your fishing trip. Our job is our passion, fishing

3. Tropical Escapade

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Tropical Escapade

From fishing snappers to marlins, going on a whale watching quest to a snorkeling journey in the Golfo Dulce, discovering lowland jungle paths to completely wild canyoning and horse riding adventures, Tropical Escapade offers all type of outdoor activities suitable for all ages in the Southern zone of Costa Rica.

4. Thumper Bluewater Expeditions

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Thumper Bluewater Expeditions

Enjoy 4 days and 4 nights aboard Thumper, a custom-built, 61’-4” loa luxury sportfish Mikelson Yacht fishing and playing at your leisure in beautiful Golfito, Costa Rica.

5. Proyecto Aventura

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Proyecto Aventura

Canyoning, also know as Canyoneering, Abseiling, or Waterfall Rappelling, is the most exciting new adventure sport to hit the US, Europe, Japan, South Africa and now Osa Peninsula! Proyecto Aventura - Costa Rica Canyoning tour offers travellers the opportunity to explore some of Costa Rica’s most fantastic waterfalls. With canyoneering certified and bilingual guides on hand, you will rappel down several gushing falls. An experience that you will never forget! Costa Rica Canyoning offers a great way to explore the hidden depths of this magical area of Costa Rica, while at the same time, enjoying the fun and adventure of this great water-sport. Whether we are jumping over cascades into crystal clear pools, wading, swimming, climbing or rappelling through waterfalls, the excitement never ends. You'll put on a helmet and harness, then brace yourself for non-stop action. Imagine yourself surrounded by lush rain forest inside a spectacular canyon, full of tropical waterfalls and thousands of years of architecture carved out by nature, with surprises each step of the way. Our awesome canyons are located just a short distance from the town of Golfito. Prepare to get wet and experience the thrill of a lifetime. The tour begins with a 10 minute ride to La Purruja Village. Then, we will hike for one kilometre to the top of the hill, and to the waterfalls. Once here, your guides will fit you with canyoning equipment and explain the proper way to descend the falls. When you’re comfortable with the procedure, you’ll begin rappelling down the first waterfall, divided into four sections (35 meters, 16 meters, 12 meters and 10 meters), at the base, the creek leads into a pristine canyon. From here on, there are six smaller waterfalls to rappel down, a few swimming-holes and a couple short jumps. Once finished, your guides will help you back to the vehicles and you’ll head back to Golfito. This tour can be enjoyed by anyone in moderate/good physical condition. It is child friendly and NO experience is needed.

6. Bar La Bomba

Pueblo Civil, Golfito 60701 Costa Rica +506 2775 2149 [email protected]
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Bar La Bomba

7. Golfito Outfitters

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Golfito Outfitters

We are Golfito`s premier tour company run by local experts since 2016. With so much to do here, you will be blown away by the fantastic options we can offer you. We pride ourselves on hiring local guides with excellent knowledge of the area to enhance your experience. As a small company we love the flexibility this gives us to be able to offer both private & shared tours to the highest standards.

8. Piedras Blancas National Park

La Gamba, Golfito 60701 Costa Rica
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Piedras Blancas National Park

We offer different Guided tours to the Piedras Blancas National Park, expert guides will take you to an amazing adventure. Piedras Blancas National Park forms part of the Osa Conservation Area, included in the National Conservation Areas System. It has an area of 14 350 hectares. With the objective of protecting the last tropical rain forest in the Golfito sector including the Esquinas River basin, Piedras Blancas National Park was created in January of 1993. This bio-geographical area has acquired great importance, becoming a gathering spot for flora and fauna species coming from North America, as well as South America. It constitutes a high diversity zone of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The very humid tropical forests seen here have tall evergreen trees, and are dense with large quantities of plants that live amongst the trees.

9. Zamia Wildlife Refuge

Golfito Costa Rica +506 8409 5875 http://www.facebook.com/ZamiaGolfoDulce
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Zamia Wildlife Refuge

Reviewed By melanie-jB133 - Johannesburg, South Africa

We stayed at Zamia so that we could do community service with the Osa Turtle Project. It was wonderful to come back to such a tranquil and beautiful home after a day at community service. Roberto who is onsite really looks after you. The views are to die for too.

10. Golfito Marina Village & Resort

Golfito 60701 Costa Rica +506 2775 3000 [email protected] http://golfitomarinavillage.com
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Golfito Marina Village & Resort

A luxury Super Yacht Marina in Golfito Costa Rica surrounded by World Class fishing and the World's most bio diverse jungles. Visit our marina, public boardwalk, restaurants and shoppes!

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