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Nestled on the edge of the Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay may be best known for its wildlife, Corcovado National Park adventures, and world-class snorkeling, but the food scene here is also worth exploring, even though the choice is rather limited. Here are our favorite restaurants, cafés, and coffee shops in Drake Bay, from upscale dining experiences featuring fresh-caught seafood to local sodas serving authentic Costa Rican dishes. Fine Dining Restaurants Kalaluna Bistro General

We'll be honest with you: we almost didn't go. Corcovado National Park is remote, it's not cheap, and sleeping in a jungle dormitory without a fan while howler monkeys scream at 4 AM doesn't exactly sound like a vacation. But standing outside the Sirena Station at 9 PM, watching a wild Baird's tapir emerge from the darkness and walk calmly past us after dinner? That's the moment you realize there is nowhere else on Earth quite like this. We visited Corcovado on June 1st and 2

Traveling from the remote, nature-rich towns of Sierpe to the laid-back beach community of Uvita offers a chance to explore more of Costa Rica’s stunning South Pacific coast. Whether you are arriving after a wildlife expedition or a jungle retreat, several transportation options can help you reach Uvita efficiently and comfortably. Below, we explore five common ways to make this journey: by rental car or taxi, by air, by shared shuttle, by private shuttle, and by bus. Each o

Drake Bay is a remote, wild paradise on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, accessible primarily by water or rugged roads. But eventually, many travelers need to make their way from Drake Bay to Sierpe (to continue to San José, other destinations, or onward transit). In this guide, we walk you through all the realistic options, recommended routes, schedules, cost estimates, and practical tips — just like our reverse article ( How to get to Drake Bay from Sierpe ) but from the opposit

Costa Rica has its share of big-name destinations — La Fortuna, Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio —but there's so much more waiting off...

If you're heading to the stunning beaches and lush national parks of Manuel Antonio or Quepos from Sierpe, you'll be transitioning from...

Planning a trip from Uvita to Sierpe? This journey is a common route for travelers heading to Drake Bay or Corcovado National Park via boat. The distance between Uvita and Sierpe is approximately 45 kilometers (28 miles), and several transportation options are available to suit different budgets, comfort levels, and travel styles. Whether you’re looking for the freedom of driving yourself or the ease of a door-to-door transfer, here’s everything you need to know to choose th

Situated in the southwest corner of Costa Rica, Drake Bay is one of our favorite places in the country, as well as Costa Rica’s most stunning and secluded destination, perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Located in the Osa Peninsula, it offers unparalleled access to Corcovado National Park and some of the country’s best marine life. Although it's not as straightforward to reach as other places on the Pacific Coast, reaching Drake Bay can feel like an adventure in

Costa Rica is one of the world's most celebrated destinations for ecotourism — and for good reason. Despite covering just 0.03% of the planet's surface, this tiny Central American country shelters nearly 6% of the world's biodiversity. Much of that is thanks to an extraordinary commitment to conservation: today, roughly 28% of Costa Rica's territory is protected as national parks, wildlife refuges, and biological reserves. Whether you're planning your first trip or returning