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How to Get to Drake Bay / Corcovado National Park: A Complete Travel Guide

Nestled on the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Drake Bay is one of the most remote and untouched destinations in the country, offering travelers the perfect gateway to the world-famous Corcovado National Park. Whether you're an adventure seeker, nature lover, or wildlife enthusiast, the journey to Drake Bay is an experience that will leave you in awe.

In this guide, we'll walk you through all the transportation options available to get you from the bustling capital of San José to the serene beauty of Drake Bay and the wonders of Corcovado National Park.

How to get to Malpais and Santa Teresa

Malpais and Santa Teresa are the two beaches on the west coast of Cabo Blanco with their isolation – and perhaps attraction – enhanced by their remoteness. The road that cuts across the peninsula tip from Cobano, the town before Montezuma, is usually in not nice condition. But that seems to suit everyone just fine. Combined with the fact that Malpais means “bad country”, you´ve got tourists staying away in droves.

How to get to Tortuguero

Tortuguero is one of those destinations located in the remote jungle of Costa Rica Caribbean. Its location allows access only by boat or by air as it has no passable roads for vehicles.
The most important point where the boats are taken is La Pavona, about 2 hours from San Jose (without traffic).