Official Language:
Spanish
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Currency:
Costa Rican Colon
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Population:
Approximately 170,000 people call Puerto Limon hom
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for Puerto Limon: The climate is tropical, hot and humid. The daytime highs in Puerto Limon are consistently in the mid-70°F's/21°C to with average highs 80°F's/28°C. Although winter is considered the dry season, it is still pretty wet!
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Cruise ships dock in Port Limon, on Japdeva, in Limon. The port is about four miles from the airport and has easy access to both rails and roads. Taxis are plentiful around Puerto Limon, you should have no problem finding one. But you should negotiate your price prior to entering the cab, as drivers will take advantage of you if you are not assertive.
Cruise visitors will enjoy this beautiful, lush country. Puerto Limon is located on the Caribbean coast of this tropical island. The Caribbean gateway to the coastal and inland attractions of Costa Rica is Puerto Limon. On your visit here, you must visit the beautiful rain forest.
Costa Rica is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Central America. This country's most important port is Puerto Limon. Columbus "discovered" Costa Rica on his fourth voyage to the Americas and was so impressed that he named it Costa Rica. Columbus landed at an ancient village near Puerto Limon and it proved to be one of the best ports on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. This country, full of volcanic mountains, lush valleys, and virgin tropical rainforests supports a diverse mixture of plant and animal life. Costa Rica has preserved almost one quarter of its land area as national parks or preserves. Some of the interesting shore excursion options revolve around these national parks or the Costa Rican countryside. Here are five possibilities of things to do with a day in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica.
The original Spanish explorers, assuming the towering mountains of Costa Rica would reap fortunes in gold and silver, named the country "Rich Coast." Although those riches never materialized, Costa Rica forged ahead and is today seen as a democratic, economic powerhouse in an often-turbulent region. The country, the richest in Central America, has certainly earned its name.
Costa Rica sits at the crossroads of the Americas. It is positioned halfway between North and South America, with one coast facing the Pacific and the other the Caribbean. Halfway between North and South America politically as well, Costa Rica is a thriving republic, and the only Central American nation with no army. Despite that fact, Costa Rica has enjoyed an unprecedented century of peace in an area where peace is hard to come by.
But Costa Rica's not in the middle on everything. As a country, Costa Rica is leading the pack in dedication to preserving its natural environment, a focus the rest of the Americas would do well to observe. The first bio-diversity institute in the world is located in Costa Rica. A whopping quarter of the nation's land is protected, which means beautiful jungle preserves and over 2,000 varieties of orchids.
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Most cruise passengers usually take a shore excursion that includes transportation by motorcoach. There is really not much to see in Puerto Limon.
Parque Vargas is probably the best attraction in Puerto Limon. The park is on the waterfront, which affords a gentle breeze. Beautiful palm trees line the park, and other tropical trees and flowers are found in abundance here. A rare treat is to see a sloth, the famously slow and lazy animal that can be spotted with great care in the trees here. Stroll along the sea wall for views of the rock formations on which this town was built.
There is a small museum in town, the Museo Etnohistorico de Limon (tel. 506/758-2130). There are local cultural and historical exhibits here. Call ahead to make sure the museum is open, as it keeps strange hours.
For a true sense of Costa Rica, or just to people watch, visit the central market, which you can't miss, as it is in the center of town. You will find some hidden gems among the food stands here, and some good values on shopping.
Try and take an excursion to Isla Uvita, a small island less than a mile east of Limon. You can arrange to hire boats to visit the island, and there are also organized tours that are best arranged through hotels.
If you are lucky enough to be in town for Columbus Day, you're in for a treat. The town comes alive, in celebration of Columbus visit to Isla Uvita. Generally, the celebration lasts all week, and the town swells with visitors from all over the country and around the world.
Rain Forest Aerial Tramway
A two-hour drive brings you to this private reserve, offering an almost overwhelming diversity of plants, animals, and insects. The tram provides you with an unusual treetop view of the rain forest.
Rio Dante Rain Forest Hike
A professional guide assures that you won't miss anything during your walk through this riverside rain forest. The variety of birds and orchids is especially memorable.
Tortuguero Canals,br> Typically a two-hour excursion through the Caribbean jungle waterway. You'll see crocodiles, monkeys, sloths, caimans, and colorful exotic birds. The area is a favored nesting site for the Pacific green turtle.
White Water Rafting Expedition
Class III rapids await you and your adventurous rafting partners along the Reventazon River.
Banana Plantation Visit
Know how the banana is grown and harvested? Find out the life of a banana as well as a tour that usually includes a look at papaya and yucca fields.
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Web: http://www.costaricabureau.com/atlanticti.htm
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