There are a wide variety of services available in the area


There are a wide variety of services available in the area.

Tours, Real Estate, Massage, Medical services...There's probably someone here to help you with whatever you need!

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Puerto Viejo is no longer the sleepy place where you had to go to Limon or San Jose to get something done. There are many services offered right in town from financial services to yoga, from real estate to dentistry, from transport to massage. And of course there are tour operators offering a big variety of unforgetable adventures.

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Tours and Activities

Ara Manzanillo

Ara Manzanillo
 aramanzanillo.org

Organization dedicated to reintroduction and conservation of the endangered Great Green Macaw. These had previously been become virtually extinct in the South Caribbean region. When you visit the Manzanillo fieldstation you are directly supporting conservation efforts. You will also have a unique experience coming up close to these incredible creatures. Visitation is daily from 3:00pm to 4:00pm with prior reservation only by telephone or email.
 12km from Puerto Viejo, look for Ara sign, Manzanillo
 +506 8971-1436
 Average rating: 97 Exceptional
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Cacao Trails Tayku

Cacao Trails Tayku

Chocolate tour and Caribbean & indigenous chocolate museum & factory. Old cacao plantations, machines and objects, photographs and cacao history. Indian style, organic chocolate factory. Botanical Gardens, Boat tour down the Carbon River.
 Hone Creek
 +506 2756 8186 / 8875 3924
 Average rating: 93 Excellent
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Caribe Horse Riding Club

Caribe Horse Riding Club

Guided horseback riding tours. The healthy and sweet horses were rescued and now they live a second life surrounded by love and attention. Provides full service high quality rides, with all the safety possible, on the beach, in the jungle or both, with a professional local guide. Adults and Children, all levels are welcome. English, Spanish, Italian, Polish spoken. Tours leave from in front of Le Caméléon.
 Cocles
 +506 8705 4250
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Ceibo Adventure

Ceibo Adventure

Giant ceibo tree over 65m high, with 3 platforms. Each of the three platforms has different activities possible. The first has a transparent tent where a couple could spend the night and see the stars. In the second there is a rope swing. In the third is the viewpoint, where you can see the Caribbean Sea and the magnitude of the tropical forest. They also offer day and night walks through the tropical forest. Located at Green Jungle House
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 8475 3859
 Average room rate: $60
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Exploradores Outdoors

Exploradores Outdoors

Puerto Viejo office of the tour company known for their rafting trips all over Costa Rica.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 2020
 Average rating: 92 Excellent
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Finca La Isla Botanical Garden

Finca La Isla Botanical Garden

See frogs, birds & flowers. Smell tropical flora and spices. Taste natural chocolate & fruits in a nature park setting. Garden has been in cultivation for more than 20 years.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 8829 4229
 Average rating: 89 Excellent
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Finca Tierra

Finca Tierra

Food forest, organic gardens, tours & farm to table ecolodge. Also rents cabins.
 Cocles
 +506 8390-8348
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Gandoca Tours

Gandoca Tours

Tourist information office and local tour operator. They promote sustainable tourism with eco-tourism, cultural and adventure activities. Tours includes dolphin watching, snorkeling, sea turtle spawning, mangroves and Laguna Gandoca. They also operate a booking office right in the center of Puerto Viejo beside Hot Rocks.
 Gandoca
 +506 8762 8848
 Average rating: 83 Very Good
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Green Water SUP Tours

Green Water SUP Tours

Tour company combining the popular sport of stand-up paddle boarding while exploring the Southern Caribbean and its natural beauty. They offer paddle boarding tours and lessons on the Caribbean Sea and nearby rivers. Lessons, tours down the river or surfing fun point breaks. Located in the same building as Punta Uva dive Center.
 Punta Uva
 +506 8844 4432, 2759 9191
 Average rating: 96 Exceptional
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Jungle Air and Adventures

Jungle Air and Adventures

Tour company offering paratrike flights, kayak and snorkel tours. They also rent bikes and snorkel equipment.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8464 6347
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Nature Observatorio

Nature Observatorio

Treehouse suspended 25 metres above the ground. Accommodates 4 people or day visits. Cold shower and dry eco toilet. Enjoy a walk through the primary forest, climb the tree and relax with the spectacular view of nature around.
 Manzanillo
 +506 8628 2663
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Punta Uva Dive Center

Punta Uva Dive Center

Scuba diving tours, PADI courses and equipment. Open seasonally as reef conditions allow. Located in same office as Green Water SUP Tours. There's also a small cafe for drinks and food.
 Punta Uva
 +506 8844-4432
 Average rating: 82 Very Good
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Redfrogteam Guardianes de la Naturaleza

Redfrogteam Guardianes de la Naturaleza

Ecotourism company specializing in nature and indigenous tours in the Bribri area. Day and night tours, multi-day packages. Licensed guides with many years of area experience. Tours available in German, English, Spanish and Dutch.
 Bribri
 +506 8874 9992
 Average rating: 99 Exceptional
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Reymond Tours Manzanillo

Reymond Tours Manzanillo

Local tour guide specializing in tours of the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Also offers a nice selection of custom tours of the South Caribbean with an experienced, local guide.
 Manzanillo
 506 8675 9689
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Ride the Rainforest

Ride the Rainforest

Horseback riding tours which give you the chance to ride horses on the beach. Whatever your age, background or level of experience, everybody is welcome. They have more than 30 years of experience and worked in different countries. Tours can be booked in English, Spanish, German and Swedish. Previously named The Prancing Pony.
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 8307 0118
 Average rating: 99 Exceptional
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Sloth Sanctuary

Sloth Sanctuary

Sanctuary for orphaned and injured sloths. Informational tours where you can learn about their work and see the sloths including the famous "Buttercup" who has been with them since 1992. Rehabilitated animals are returned to the wild whenever possible. They also offer rooms at the Buttercup Inn which is reserved for guests who take the Insider's Tour. Closed Mondays.
 Cahuita
 +506 2750 0775, 8438 8415
 Average room rate: $100
 Average rating: 89 Excellent
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Talamanca Chocolate

Talamanca Chocolate

Learn the entire process from tree to bar, making chocolate from scratch: roasting, grinding, tempering then molding. With tasting all along the way. There will be lots to learn and taste, from flavour development to label design, this is a full experience.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 8910 9318
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Terraventuras

Terraventuras

Well established and certified tour agency in Puerto Viejo since 1998. Providing tours with experienced local guides. Adventure tours such as canopying, ATV safari, Canyoning, Horseback riding. Animal watching tours such as snorkeling, bird watching and hiking in a national park. Cultural tours such as Misha Yorkin, Mishka Kapuk Yorkin, Indian reserve, Sloth hospital and Jaguar Rescue centre.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0750
 Average rating: 90 Excellent
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Wahoo Fishing and Tours

Wahoo Fishing and Tours

Half day and full day fishing charters for up to 6 people with locally raised Captain Pino who has 35 years experience fishing these waters. Snorkeling and dolphin watching too.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8956 8669
 Average rating: 89 Excellent
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Wild Ginger Community Herbal Center

Wild Ginger Community Herbal Center

Community based education center is in the heart of Manzanillo. The center hosts workshops, groups, apprentices, plant walks, and serves the community with herbal wellness consultations as well as custom herbal formulas. The educational programs highlight the local plant people, farmers, herbalists, healers, seedsavers, the keepers of this knowledge and culture, those who are helping it to continue on and to thrive into the future. The programs support first and foremost the local economy. Also rents a cabina just one block to the beach.
 Manzanillo
 +506 8366 2873
 Average room rate: $50
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Jaguar Rescue Center

Jaguar Rescue Center

Centre to rehabilitate mistreated, injured and/or confiscated animals, which are then reintroduced to their natural habitat in protected areas. Visitors have direct contact with monkeys, wild cats, sloths, raccoons, anteaters, marsupials, reptiles, amphibians, etc. You can also observe all the venomous snakes of Costa Rica which are housed in terrariums imitating their natural habitat. By visiting the Jaguar Centre, your donation will go directly to caring for rainforest animals. Guided 1.5 hr visits are daily at 09.30 am and 11.30 am. Entrance fee: US$23. Private tours are also available.
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 2750 0710
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Transportation

Adobe Rent a Car

Adobe Rent a Car

Car rentals. One way rentals available from locations throughout Costa Rica with pickup or return in Puerto Viejo.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0715
 Average rating: 94 Excellent
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Alamo Enterprise Car Rental

Alamo Enterprise Car Rental

Car rentals
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2242 7878
 Average rating: 84 Very Good
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Cahuita Bus Station

Cahuita Bus Station

The bus station in Cahuita (Terminal Cahuita) has a MEPE ticket office as well as a mall offering a variety of small shops.
 Cahuita
 +506 2755-1011
 Average rating: 62
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Caribe Shuttle

Caribe Shuttle

Semi-private shuttle service to many destinations in Costa Rica. Services to/from Puerto Viejo include Bocas del Toro, San Jose, Limón Airport, Arenal, Tortuguero and San Juan del Sur. Packages for Bocas and Puerto Viejo are also available. Wifi is available on most shuttles.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750-0626
 Average rating: 84 Very Good
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Interbus office

Interbus office

Puerto Viejo office for Interbus, who operate shuttles throughout Costa Rica. Check the Shuttle page for schedules, information and online booking.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 2145
 Average rating: 92 Excellent
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Main Bus Stop

Main Bus Stop

San José and local buses stop here. The bus ticket office for Autotransportes MEPE is also located directly opposite, the hours indicated here are the hours the ticket office is open. Check the Bus Transport page for schedules. Please keep a close watch on your bags while you're here.
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 68
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Puerto Viejo Golf Carts

Puerto Viejo Golf Carts

Golf cart sales and rentals with daily and weekly rates, 2 and 4 person, gas and electric options. Also tuktuk dispatch. The golf carts are generally on display outside Café Viejo or Restaurante Bar Tamara but you will need to contact them via Whatsapp or phone to arrange rentals.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8542 4377
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Travel Agencies: Tour Sales, Transport, Hotel Reservations

Best Travel Puerto Viejo

Best Travel Puerto Viejo

Travel agency offering tour, transport and hotel bookings. They also operate their own transports to Bocas del Toro and other locations.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2238 0739
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Caribe Fun Tours

Caribe Fun Tours

Full service in-country travel assistance provider based in Puerto Viejo with a satellite provider in the capital San Jose offering trips to exciting destinations all over Costa Rica. Their goal is to offer the best possible vacation experience to all clients, including the LGBT community. Whether their clients are looking for tours, transports, hotels or full multi day vacation packages they are there to assist them every step of the way.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 2756 8118
 Average rating: 99 Exceptional
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Gecko Trail Costa Rica

Gecko Trail Costa Rica

Travel agency offering a full selection of local tours such as rafting, canopy, snorkeling, wildlife watching and many more activities. To get around Costa Rica, they can also arrange a private van or shared shuttle for you. And can reserve hotels and vacation rentals. They work Costa Rica wide and in Panama and Nicaragua and can arrange your entire trip to any of these countries. All their packages can be tailored just for you.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8724 9252
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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ATEC

ATEC

Asociación Talamanqueña Ecoturismo Conservación is Puerto Viejo’s original eco-tourism provider. They work to help visitors find fun ecologically and socially responsible activities to entertain themselves while in Talamanca. Also has cards, books, souvenirs and a couple of internet terminals.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750-0398
 Average rating: 91 Excellent
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Automotive

Automotriz Danny

Automotriz Danny

Car wash, Wheel Alignments, Tire Repair, Oil Change, Battery Repair, welding, 24/7 towing. Open daily except Sunday.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750-0185 or 8879-5202
 Average rating: 92 Excellent
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Bomba Gasolinera Margarita Sixaola

Bomba Gasolinera Margarita Sixaola

Gas station on the way to Sixaola at the intersection of Margarita Rd. Last gas before the border.
 Sixaola
 Average rating: 88 Excellent
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Servicentro Hone Creek

Servicentro Hone Creek

Only full gas station for miles. The next nearest are on the way to Limón or on the way to Sixaola.
 Hone Creek
 Average rating: 84 Very Good
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Community Organizations

Alcoholics Anonymous

Meet at Multi-Centro Building, Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 1 pm. Also Saturday's at 9 am on the beach in front of Banana Azul Hotel. Use the contact button for more information.
 Puerto Viejo
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Casa de la Cultura

Casa de la Cultura

Community hall used for various events. Public high school for Puerto Viejo.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0883
 Average rating: 90 Excellent
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Catholic Church

Catholic Church

Small catholic church
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Chamber of Tourism and Commerce Caribe Sur

Chamber of Tourism and Commerce Caribe Sur

Non-profit organization that promotes sustainable tourism and businesses in the South Caribbean.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 2750 3117
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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El Puente-The Bridge

El Puente-The Bridge
 elpuentethebridge.org

The Bridge provides educational assistance, food assistance, and microloans mainly to indigenous people in the southeastern part of Costa Rica. Our goal is to help people help themselves to self-sufficiency.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 8771 9702, US phone: +1 970-389-4327
 Average rating: 96 Exceptional
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Police, Ambulance, Fire

Bomberos Bribri

The nearest firefighting station to Puerto Viejo. Call 911 for emergencies.
 Bribri
 +506 2751 0347
 Average rating: 80 Very Good
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Cahuita Police Station

Cahuita Police Station

Police station for Cahuita. Call 911 for emergencies
 Cahuita
 +506 2755 0217
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Cruz Roja

Cruz Roja
 cruzroja.or.cr

The Red Cross operates ambulance service in Costa Rica. The South Caribbean zone is served from their location in Bribri. Call 911 for emergencies.
 Bribri
 +506 2751 0141
 Average rating: 96 Exceptional
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OIJ

OIJ
 sitiooij.poder-judicial.go.cr

Police in Costa Rica are responsible for keeping the peace and enforcing the law, not for taking statements and solving crime, there is a separate investigative division, the Organismo de Investigación Judicial or OIJ which takes reports of crimes and investigates. This is the only OIJ location in the area.
 Bribri
 +506 2751-1087, 2751-0252
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Puerto Viejo Police Station

The police in Costa Rica are responsible for enforcing the peace and responding to active crimes. The OIJ with taking crime reports and investigating. See the safety page for more information. Call 911 in an emergency.
 Playa Negra (Puerto Viejo)
 +506 2750 0230
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Tourist Police

Office of the tourist police with officers specialized to assist tourists. Look for the officers in their white shirts patrolling the area. Call 911 in an emergency.
 Playa Negra
 +506 2750 0452
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Financial Services: Banks, etc

BAC Credomatic ATM

BAC Credomatic ATM

ATM kiosk from BAC Credomatic
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 90 Excellent
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Banco de Costa Rica Cahuita

Banco de Costa Rica Cahuita

Cahuita Branch of BCR with ATM, money exchange and banking services.
 Cahuita
 +506 2211 1111
 Average rating: 46
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Banco de Costa Rica Puerto Viejo

Banco de Costa Rica Puerto Viejo

ATM accepts cards with Visa symbol, cashes travellers checks, does foreign exchange and full bank services. Open Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750-0707
 Average rating: 54
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Banco Nacional

Banco Nacional

Open Mon - Fri till 4pm. ATM open 6 am - 10 pm (closed at night for security reasons)
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2212 2000
 Average rating: 68
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Scotiabank ATM

Scotiabank ATM

ATM from Scotiabank located inside Mega Super
 Puerto Viejo
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Medical and Health

Caribe Dental

Caribe Dental

Qualified dentist who can offer implants, cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry, endodontic care, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics and more.
 New building behind Cafe Viejo, #4, Puerto Viejo
 +506 8819-9975
 Average rating: 74 Good
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Centro Médico Aruma

Centro Médico Aruma

Medical practice offering a variety of medical services from multiple practitioners. General Medicine, Cosmetic and Esthetics, Nutrition, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Optometry. Doctors Mara Moschini, Nancy López, Andrey Oviedo (Carrot Vision), Laura Navas.
 Entrada Turrialbeños, Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo
 +506 8655 5082, +506 8448 0274
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Clínica de Especialidades Médicas San Gabriel

Clínica de Especialidades Médicas San Gabriel

Full service private medical clinic with a variety of services including 24 hour emergency care, pharmacy, pediatrics, gynecology, and general medical services. Covid tests for travel. Replaces the previous Sunimedica clinic.
 Calle 213, beside MegaSuper, Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0848
 Average rating: 78 Good
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Clinica Dental OCI Cahuita

Clinica Dental OCI Cahuita

Full service dental clinic
 Cahuita
 +506 8457 9613
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Clínica Dental Yani

Clínica Dental Yani

Dental clinic with Dr. Felipe Martínez
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8868 1439
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Hone Creek Clinic

Hone Creek Clinic

Nearest Public Clinic to Puerto Viejo.
 Hone Creek
 +506 2756-8022, 2756-8024
 Average rating: 64
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Laboratorio Bioclinic

Medical lab. Blood and urine tests, covid tests, etc.
 Inside Puerto Viejo Shops, Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0450
 Average rating: 76 Good
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Laundry Services

Lavandería La Estrella

Lavandería La Estrella

Laundry, drop off service only, no self-service.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8719 5961
 Average rating: 74 Good
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NicNat Luxury Laundry

NicNat Luxury Laundry

Drop off laundry service. Boutique selling clothes.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 6011 0863
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Spas, Hair, Massage, Yoga

Aloha Skincare and Wellness

Aloha Skincare and Wellness

Day spa offering relaxing massage, trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, lymphatic massage, facials
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8310 1665
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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AmaSer

AmaSer

Retreat and training center. Health and wellness retreats. Yoga teacher trainings. Full service spa. Public yoga classes. Vegan and gluten free restaurant. Accommodations. Home of Caribe Yoga Academy. Previously named OM at Cashew Hill.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0001
 Average rating: 97 Exceptional
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Indulgence Spa

Indulgence Spa

Relaxing and deep tissue massage. Bikini waxing, manicure, pedicure, beauty salon. All natural, local products. Located at Hotel La Costa de Papito.
 Cocles
 +506 2750 0536, 8887 9417
 Average rating: 90 Excellent
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La Tinta Tropical

La Tinta Tropical

Tattoo studio
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8948 9183
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Mendez Barber Shop

Mendez Barber Shop

Barber shop for men and women. Specializes in braids and designs shaved into hair. There is a second location in Cocles at Donde Roy Plaza. Previously named Roots Barber Shop.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8363 8676
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Old Harbour Gym

Old Harbour Gym

Gym with a selection of exercise machines and free weights. Located above Old Harbour Supermarket.
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 86 Very Good
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Puerto Viejo Tattoo

Puerto Viejo Tattoo

Tattoos and piercings. Appointments required, no walk ins.
 Inside Puerto Viejo Shops on main street, Puerto Viejo
 +506 8483 3243
 Average rating: 90 Excellent
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Pure Jungle Spa

Pure Jungle Spa

Spa offering massage, facials and other treatments using fresh natural local ingredients.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2756 8413
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Sport Body Gym

Sport Body Gym

Gym with free weights and cardio
 Cahuita
 +506 2755 0216
 Average rating: 84 Very Good
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Surya Spa Cariblue

Surya Spa Cariblue

Spa offering massages and other wellness treatments, available for both Cariblue hotel guests and non-guests.
 Cocles
 +506 8697 9863
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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VolAir Studio

VolAir Studio

Offers fitness and dance classes such as aerials, yoga, zumba and circus.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8301 9933
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Pets: Vets, Supplies and Services

Central de Mascotas

Central de Mascotas

Pet supplies and food. Veterinarian available several days per week by appointment.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 0529
 Average rating: 96 Exceptional
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Clínica Veterinaria Arroyo y Solano

Clínica Veterinaria Arroyo y Solano

Veterinary clinic with doctors Arroyo and Solano. Pet supplies and food.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2756 8306
 Average rating: 86 Very Good
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Clinica Veterinaria Green Vet

Clinica Veterinaria Green Vet

Dr Ileana Nuñez offers mobile veterinarian care in Puerto Viejo, Cahuita and area and at her office in Hone Creek.
 Hone Creek
 +506 7005 7723
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Puerto Viejo Dogs

Puerto Viejo Dogs

An animal relief effort working in the Puerto Viejo and throughout Talamanca canton. They do mostly dog relief and some cats as well. Their mission is to bring relief to the area stray domestic animal population as well as population control through the humane method of spaying and neutering.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2756 8306

Bikes & Scooters - Rentals, Sales, Repairs

There are bike rental options all over downtown Puerto Viejo, at most hotels and plenty in the surrounding areas too. We've simply mentioned a few significant places below which may have the best selection or non-standard items like mountain bikes or bikes with child seats. Some also rent snorkeling gear.

Arenas Rentals

Arenas Rentals

Bike and scooter rental. Delivery to your hotel or house. Bicycle with child seats and kids bikes are also available. Laundry service also available.
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 8812 7858
 Average room rate: $7
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Ciclo Cocles

Ciclo Cocles

Bicycle rentals, repairs and sales. Wide variety from beach cruisers to fancy mountain bikes.
 Cocles
 +506 6065 5886
 Average rating: 84 Very Good
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Ciclo La Plaza

Ciclo La Plaza

Bike rentals, repairs and accessories
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8511 6418
 Average rating: 46
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Puerto Viejo Bike Rentals

Puerto Viejo Bike Rentals

Bicycle rentals. Adult and kids bikes. Child seats and trailers. Surf racks. Delivery and road-side assistance.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 7264 7530
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Repairs, Etc

Cerrajería Paris

Cerrajería Paris

Locksmith, key cutting for home and auto. Call for emergency lockouts
 Inside Puerto Viejo Shops #2, Puerto Viejo
 +506 6085 1666, 2750 3106
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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PC Caribe Soluciones Informáticas

PC Caribe Soluciones Informáticas

Julio Saravia offers computer repairs, web design, networking, cell repairs and unlocking.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 6018 0708
 Average rating: 74 Good
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Schools

Centro Educativo Complementaria Cahuita

Centro Educativo Complementaria Cahuita
 complementaria.co.cr

The Cahuita Complementary School & college is an integrated preparatory school and college, duly recognized by the Ministry of Public Education.
 Cahuita
 +506 2755 0129
 Average rating: 76 Good
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Centro Educativo Playa Chiquita Punta Uva

Centro Educativo Playa Chiquita Punta Uva

Private school offering classes for students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 (ages 3.5 to 12). Classes in Spanish following Costa Rican curriculum. See the education page for more info.
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 2750 0754, 8339 4983
 Average rating: 80 Very Good
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Eñe Spanish Teachers

Eñe Spanish Teachers

A group of qualified, independent teachers, operating in the whole Puerto Viejo area, offers Spanish Classes in the quiet and comfort of your Caribbean residence. Spanish Courses for all levels. Private or group lessons. Choose between 4 different Spanish Programs the one fits you best.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 7286 5336
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Jardín Infantil Las Semillas

Jardín Infantil Las Semillas

Offering classes to students at the nursery, kindergarten and preparatory levels (up to about age 6). Located in the space of the former Caribe Azul Centro de Aprendizaje Independiente school (which closed in December 2018).
 Playa Chiquita
 +506 2756 8325
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Spanish by the Sea

Spanish by the Sea

Offering Spanish classes in a tropical setting and a relaxed atmosphere. Private and group classes. Can arrange accommodation with options including hostel beds, private rooms and homestay
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 2750 2082, 8635 0652
 Average rating: 86 Very Good
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Spanish School Pura Vida

Spanish School Pura Vida

Spanish immersion school offering group lessons by the week or private lessons hourly. Courses include excursions. Classes held at their school inside Hotel Pura Vida or at their Playa Negra campus.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8570 9768, 2750 0002
 Average rating: 95 Exceptional
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TKD Caribe

TKD Caribe

Taekwondo & self defense lessons for children and adults. Teacher Roberto Alemán, black belt, first dan of taekwondo
 at Kenaki Lodge, Playa Grande, Cahuita, Cahuita
 +506 8805 1273
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Veronica's Place Cooking Class

Veronica's Place Cooking Class

Cooking classes and permaculture farm from long time Puerto Viejo resident Veronica. The classes focus on vegetarian and vegan Caribbean cooking. There are also some accommodation options and occasional book in advance vegetarian meals.
 Cocles
 +506 8918 3238
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Miscellaneous Services

Correos de CR

Correos de CR

Post office. Mail your letters and parcels here. In a new larger location. The mailing address is Correos de CR, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, 70403, Costa Rica
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 48
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Elena De Luca Studio

Elena De Luca Studio

Professional photography and design services. Portrait photography, advertising photography and graphic design.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 7264 7530
 Average rating: 100 Exceptional
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Puerto Viejo Multicentro

Puerto Viejo Multicentro

Multi-use building which houses several offices, community organizations and has a meeting room which can be rented for events. Also has a plant nursery and scooter rentals.
 Puerto Viejo
 Average rating: 82 Very Good
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Surf Lessons and Equipment

There are lots of places offering surf lessons and equipment for rent and purchase. You can also try Cocles beach.

Surf Meds Caribe

Surf Meds Caribe

Surf company that offers surf lessons, equipment rentals, and surf and SUP tours for everyone, beginners to advanced, ages 3 and up.
 Cocles
 +506 8566 9444
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Surf the Jungle Surf School Adventures

Surf the Jungle Surf School Adventures

Surf school offering offering private clinics and all inclusive packages, personalized for you. Ocean-certified lifeguards, professional surf instructors, surf experts and enthusiasts. Founder Misael Brown is a free surfer and surf ISA certified instructor with more than 20 years of experience.
 Puerto Viejo
 +506 8710 4148
 Average rating: 99 Exceptional
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Tico Surf and Skate

Tico Surf and Skate

Shop offering surf and skate gear and clothing. Surf lessons. Bike rentals.
 Cocles
 +506 2750 3063
 Average rating: 98 Exceptional
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Nora from Riverside, Ca
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Hi we are planning on Eloping in March. I am looking for a profesional photogrpher in Puerto Viejo.

September 23, 2014

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Doug Dosdall

Manuel Pinto of Manuel Pinto Photography is great! He's taken many of the lovely photos on this site.

November 25, 2018

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