Puerto Jimenez Attractions
Puerto Jiménez is the largest town on the Osa Peninsula with a growing population of 7,000. The gold rush and logging of the 1960s made the town the most important on the peninsula, and this remains true today. Relatively easy access to the town makes Puerto Jiménez an important base for travellers wishing to explore the natural attractions of the Osa Peninsula.
Good white sand beaches are found just south of town, and popular activities in the area include sea kayaking, rainforest hiking, fishing, snorkelling and wildlife-watching. Puerto Jiménez has a burgeoning tourist industry, and several outfitters and tour operators are available offering organized excursions. Legend claims the town's first inhabitants were prisoners sent away from the mainland.
Good white sand beaches are found just south of town, and popular activities in the area include sea kayaking, rainforest hiking, fishing, snorkelling and wildlife-watching. Puerto Jiménez has a burgeoning tourist industry, and several outfitters and tour operators are available offering organized excursions. Legend claims the town's first inhabitants were prisoners sent away from the mainland.
