Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Costa Rica's Caribbean gem with reggae vibes and jungle-backed beaches.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca delivers Costa Rica's most authentic Caribbean experience, a laid-back village where Afro-Caribbean culture, reggae rhythms, jungle-backed beaches, world-class surfing at Salsa Brava, and the indigenous BriBri communities create an alternative Costa Rica far removed from Pacific coast resorts.
Highlights
- Salsa Brava surf break
- Afro-Caribbean culture
- Cahuita National Park nearby
- Jungle-backed beaches
- BriBri indigenous culture
- Sloth and wildlife encounters
- Vibrant food and music scene
Best Time to Visit
September-October and February-April are driest. December-March for surfing. Caribbean coast has different weather than Pacific side. Rain can come any time but rarely lasts long.
Language: Spanish, English Creole, BriBri · Currency: Costa Rican Colón (CRC, ₡), US Dollars widely accepted