Matapalo

Matapalo is a tiny, laid-back beach community that is located at the tip of the Osa Peninsula on the southern side of Puntarenas. The village is full of modest cabinas and eco-friendly bungalows that encourage tourists to have an immersive experience with the surrounding natural environment.

This neighborhood is committed to practicing environmentally responsible behaviors, and the vast majority of the lodges in this area are powered by solar energy.

Matapalo has actually been awarded the Blue Ecological Flag for its commitment to conservation and the preservation of the environment in its surrounding area; as a result, it is the ideal location to visit if you want to avoid leaving a large carbon imprint.

One of the most environmentally conscious resorts, Lapa Rios, is situated along a thousand acres of verdant woodland right near Corcovado National Park.

The surf breaks at Playa Pan Dulce are consistent with the finest quality, so experienced surfers may want to consider making the journey there. However, surfers have a responsibility to be cautious of the potentially hazardous rocks that are located on the sea bottom.

Matapalo beach, the most southern of all of these beaches, is known for its tranquility and is considered to be among the most private shorelines in the whole country. Anyone wishing to get away from the hustle and bustle of touristy areas should head to this stretch of quiet coastline.