MANUEL ANTONIO

Located just minutes from Quepos and Marina Pez Vela lies Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most popular destinations for Costa Rica tourism. Tropical greenery of the rainforests literally spills onto tree-lined beaches. The once endangered spider monkey, three-toed sloth and a host of rare plant and animal species dot the landscape of Costa Rica’s most prized park. More than 350 species of birds can be spotted within Manuel Antonio’s small confines while easily navigable walking trails offer up sweeping views of the country’s dramatic coastline.

Beyond the park’s boundaries, the Manuel Antonio area has evolved into one of the preeminent resort destinations for Costa Rica travel and tourism. And today, it is surrounded by unique five-star hotels and restaurants which offer up only the finest accommodations and fares. Whether perched atop a mountain in a luxurious suite or seated in an open-air beachfront bistro, sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean are the order of the day in Manuel Antonio.