Cahuita guidebook
Sightseeing
Cahuita offers many chances to see exotic animals in their natural habitats, as well as take in all the lush green jungle that surrounds us.
The National Park contains a 4km trail which runs along a white sand beach. It is home to sloths, White Face Monkeys, Howler Monkeys, raccoons, various species of snakes, iguanas, Watusas, Caimans and a plethora of flora.
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Cahuita National Park
215 Av. 71The National Park contains a 4km trail which runs along a white sand beach. It is home to sloths, White Face Monkeys, Howler Monkeys, raccoons, various species of snakes, iguanas, Watusas, Caimans and a plethora of flora.
This black sand beach is a local favorite because of the wider beach, gentle waves for surfing and less restrictions than in the National Park.
11 locals recommend
Playa Negra, Cahuita
La UnionThis black sand beach is a local favorite because of the wider beach, gentle waves for surfing and less restrictions than in the National Park.
Bri Bri waterfalls
36Refresh yourself in the cool waters of this waterfall.
Food scene
This a great place if you are int he mood for healthy eating. Great salads, wraps and vegan options. Delicious capuccinos and homemade desserts as well. Great ambiance and very creative decor.
7 locals recommend
Aroma, Coffee Bar & Breakfast
This a great place if you are int he mood for healthy eating. Great salads, wraps and vegan options. Delicious capuccinos and homemade desserts as well. Great ambiance and very creative decor.
Great local food and service. My favorite dishes are Lomito with garlic sauce, casado with fish, Rice and beans.
8 locals recommend
El Rincón del Amor
Great local food and service. My favorite dishes are Lomito with garlic sauce, casado with fish, Rice and beans.
Grab an outside table and people watch or take in a movie with the family while you enjoy your dinner. Favorite dishes, Argula & Proscuitto pizza, ravioli, pasta with seafood, Salmon caprpaccio. Friendly service.
10 locals recommend
Cocorico Pizzeria Ristorante
Grab an outside table and people watch or take in a movie with the family while you enjoy your dinner. Favorite dishes, Argula & Proscuitto pizza, ravioli, pasta with seafood, Salmon caprpaccio. Friendly service.
A great place to take in the sea breezes and enjoy wood oven pizza or homemade Italian dishes. Ocen view.
14 locals recommend
Ristorante Pizzeria Cahuita
A great place to take in the sea breezes and enjoy wood oven pizza or homemade Italian dishes. Ocen view.
Delrita Pattys are some of the best in the Carribbean. On Holidays the lines are down the block and for a reason. Pick up a patty, plantin tart, pineapple tart or rice and beans to enjoy on the beach. They also have delicious local drinks like hiel(ginger&lime drink), and local desserts like cocadas(fresh coconut tarts).
Patty DelRita
Calle PrincipalDelrita Pattys are some of the best in the Carribbean. On Holidays the lines are down the block and for a reason. Pick up a patty, plantin tart, pineapple tart or rice and beans to enjoy on the beach. They also have delicious local drinks like hiel(ginger&lime drink), and local desserts like cocadas(fresh coconut tarts).
City/town information
Cahuita is special in the Caribbean for its laid back pace and authentic caribbean vibe. A great town for families to enjoy wildlife in its natural habitat, white sand beaches, walk the trail shaded by almond trees and coconut palms. Delcious food and friendly people.
43 locals recommend
Cahuita
Cahuita is special in the Caribbean for its laid back pace and authentic caribbean vibe. A great town for families to enjoy wildlife in its natural habitat, white sand beaches, walk the trail shaded by almond trees and coconut palms. Delcious food and friendly people.
Only 20 minutes south of Cahuita by car or bus is the town of Puerto Viejo. The vibe is younger with a wider selecion of restaurnt options, bars and shops.
Passing throughtown you arrive at great beaches. Cocles Beach for surfers, Punta Uva for beautiful views and kayaking as well as the National Parkin Manzanillo.
114 locals recommend
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Only 20 minutes south of Cahuita by car or bus is the town of Puerto Viejo. The vibe is younger with a wider selecion of restaurnt options, bars and shops.
Passing throughtown you arrive at great beaches. Cocles Beach for surfers, Punta Uva for beautiful views and kayaking as well as the National Parkin Manzanillo.