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All-Inclusive Resorts in Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Costa Rica is known for lush rain forests, exotic wildlife and tranquil beaches. The province of Puntarenas extends north from the international border with Panama along the Pacific Coast and is the largest province in Costa Rica. Included in the province are the capitol city of Puntarenas, which is the most important fishing port in Costa Rica, the surf town of Jaco and Miquel Antionio National Park. Other attractions in Puntarenas include the breathtaking Monteverde Cloud Forest, Corcovado National Park and the cruise ship destination Port Caldero. The province of Puntarenas has a few all-inclusive resorts, which vary from rustic eco-tourist retreats to luxury hotels.

El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge
- Located on the remote Osa Penninsula, El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge offers several eco-friendly all-inclusive packages from which to choose. The Active Package includes your choice of thrilling activities, such as waterfall repelling or eating breakfast in the rain forest canopy. The Honeymoon Package includes a healthy blend of romance and excitement. Chose from activities such as hiking and horseback riding and enjoy complementary massages for couples. The Wildlife Explorer Package features dolphin watching at Golfo Dulce. Shuttles to and from the airport are included with your visit to El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge. As of 2010, rates for a four-night all-inclusive stay varied from $1200 to $1400 per person.
  
  El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge
  
  Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
  
  506-2735-5569
  
  elremanso.com
Pirate Cove
- Pirate Cove is an eco-conscious resort with charming bungalows set in the rain forest of the Osa Peninsula near Corcovado National Park. Three home-cooked meals--including freshly baked bread and dessert--are included with your stay at Pirate Cove hotel. As of 2010, double occupancy bungalows are $80 per person per night in the low season and $90 during the high season. You can choose from activities, such as sport fishing, bird watching and kayaking, and create your own custom package.
  
  Pirate Cove
  
  Bahia Drake, Costa Rica
  
  piratecovecostarica.com
Shaka Beach Retreat Costa Rica
- Located in Playa Hermosa, near the town of Santa Teresa, Shaka Beach Retreat Costa Rica offers a VIP Exclusive Surf Package for guests interested in an all-inclusive surfing vacation. You can avoid the expense of transporting your surfboards because Shaka Beach Retreat Costa Rica supplies a complete quiver of surfboards. The all-inclusive option includes custom meals prepared by a private chef, a complementary massage, a personal surf instructor, dinner outings to local restaurants and ATV rentals. The all-inclusive VIP Surf Package is priced at $3000 per week, as of 2010.
  
  Working in conjunction with the Ocean Healing Group, a nonprofit organization based in the U.S., Shaka Beach Retreat developed the world's first adaptive surf camp for surfers with physical challenges. All facilities at Shaka Beach Retreat are build in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  
  Shaka Beach Retreat Costa Rica
  
  Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
  
  970-379-9811
  
  shakacostarica.com
  
  Adaptive Surfing Program
  
  oceanhealinggroup.org