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Welcome to the town of Pavones, Costa Rica!

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We believe you will enjoy the information about Pavones below, but first, we want to share with you some webpage links to local Pavones accommodations, groups and organizations, companies, and other interesting local links.

The name Pavones applies to a 10 mile stretch of beaches lining the southeast end of the pristine Golfo Dulce. Rio Claro is the largest and clearest river to empty into the gulf in the Pavones area and is the site of the world famous surf break, perhaps the longest left point break on the planet. Traveling surfers put Pavones on the map, but in more recent years the area has become well known as a naturalist's destination with Tiskita Lodge leading the way as a birder's dream spot. Over 200 species of birds inhabit the lush rainforest covering the hills that rise above the beautiful beaches. There are now nearly thirty other businesses providing lodging to tourists from all over the world. An international community of foreign residents has developed with land owners from more than a dozen countries bringing their various contributions to Pavones.

The area has developed a wide variety of outdoor adventures and activities to supplement the sport of surfing. Sport fishing is extremely popular, as the Golfo Dulce has produced world record catches in many categories and is justifiably well known among serious fisherman. Sea kayaking is catching on and has international devotees. Hiking in the rain forest to observe the wildlife is always exciting where there are three species of monkeys active in the tree tops and many unusual creatures on the forest floor. Biking the coastal road is a great way to see the beaches and forest, and to interact with the friendly local Ticos. A horseback ride can be a thrilling gallop along the sandy shore or a slow climb up through wooded trails to panoramic lookouts on the mountain ridges.

Among the foreign residents are many artists offering their works as pleasant visual reminders of Pavones. There is a wonderful open air beachfront yoga studio for those who want to take classes from a qualified instructor or just continue their practice while on vacation. Licensed massage therapists are available for a relaxing rub or a vigorous therapeutic session. Local Guaymi Indians sell their handicrafts, including the famous "Panama" hats, and will take visitors on a tour of the nearby Conte-Burica Indigenous Reserve.

Just across the gulf is the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, the place National Geographic Magazine has called "the most biologically intense place on Earth." Panama is an easy hour's drive away and offers excellent shopping with big savings on many items.

Pavones is many things to many people. Adventure, Nature, Sport, Relaxation, Peace, and Fun. It is Costa Rica's last frontier, and a place where one may still obtain that little piece of Paradise we all dream of from time to time.

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