Description:
Puntarenas lies along a peninsula 5 miles long but only 600 metres at its widest point, narrowing to less than a 100 metres at some points. It projects into the Golfo de Nicoya on Costa Rica's Pacific coast.
The close proximity of several islands, uninhabited and teaming with wildlife (deer, birds, iguanas) makes this an interesting cruising ground.
This is primarily a fishing port, and as such can be a little rough, however, a new resort/marina opened at the end of 2008 which has improved docking conditions considerably. There are good services here.
The estuary leading to the yacht club is continuing to silt up, and it is necessary to enter near high tide. Entry and exit even during high water springs are a challenge to vessels drawing more than six feet.
Position:
09° 58'36"N, 84° 51'14"W (channel entrance)
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