Sportfishing facilities along the southern Caribbean coast are very limited, mostly small outboard pangas that can sometimes be arranged through hotels in the region. Caribbean cuisine, different from the rest of the country's food, is an experience unto itself. Be sure to try the traditional Caribbean rice 'n' beans cooked in coconut milk, and patacones, fried green plantain patties. Fresh fruit drinks and herbal teas made with peppermint, lime leaves, lemon grass and ginger will quench your thirst. Near Cahuita, Aviarios del Caribe is an inviting jungle lodge and animal rescue center with beautifully decorated, spacious rooms with private bath, large beds, fans.
Gracious hosts arrange nature tours and canoe trips.
The Magellan Inn in Cahuita is the town's most luxurious hotel. The reasonably priced rooms are large and comfortable, with private bath, hot water, fans, carpet and porch. In Puerto Viejo, 1.5 km. For more information or for help planning a trip, contact Costa Rica Outdoors Travel Services division. Costa Rica Outdoors.