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Golfito Tours

If you want to explore the area of Golfito, you’ve come to the right place, here you’ll find information about Golfito Tours, activities and things you can do in this port town.

Golfito is a real diamond in the rough, it’s surrounded by the ever-green rainforest and the Golfo Dulce Bay. Is home to a large amount of wildlife and has a lot of great adventures to offer so pick the perfect tour for your next adventure and create unforgettable experiences!

The top activities in Golfito include: Dolphin and humpback whale watching tours, Mangrove Boat Tours, Horseback Riding, Snorkeling, Hiking, Fishing and Bird watching.

Many travelers find also appealing to take a boat tour to discover the stunning landscapes of the Golfo Dulce Bay. 

There are also options for Kayack and Bike rentals.

In this detailed Golfito Tours guide, we are showing you all the beauty of this hidden gem located in the south pacific of Costa Rica.

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What to do in golfito.

Golfito offers a wide range of activities and things to do such as: 

Boat tours in the Golfo Dulce to spot dolphins all year round, and humpback whales from mid-July to October.

Golfito is one of the best sportfishing destinations in the Pacific, particularly if you are looking for sailfish, blue marlin, or yellowfin tuna.

You will enjoy one of the best sportfishing destinations with world-renowned sportfishing captains such as Bobby Mcguinness who attract top fishermen from all over the world.

You can also enjoy hiking tours inside the ever-green Golfito rainforest to enjoy a stunning diversity of flora and fauna.

and visit the Piedras Blancas National Park, considered by many to be one of the best bird-watching zones in the country.

Rent a bike in Golfito

Renting a bike in Golfito, Costa Rica can be useful and fun to visit the out-of-way spots around your accommodations or ride into town and scout the place over if you are staying in a vacation rental or hotel in town. Biking is popular around Golfito to explore the surrounding – To bike the road to Playa Cacao instead of crossing the Golfito bay on a boat – To visit the Cerro Adam’s stunning ocean viewpoint- To visit the Piedras Blancas National Park if you want to save on taxi fees – or Golfito town to have lunch on any of its oceanfront restaurants.

Bike rental is located in Golfito, at Golfito Maison D’Hôtes , you can call them or send them a WhatsApp message using the green button below, or look for their contact information on Google Maps. 

Best Things to do in Golfito

There’s a lot of activities and things to do in Golfito such as:

• Dolphin Tour
• Whale Watching Tour
• Sportfishing in Golfito
• Mangrove Boat Tour in Golfito
• Guided Tour to the Golfito Wildlife Refuge.
• Birdwatching in Piedras Blancas National Park.
• Guided Tour to Piedras Blancas National Park.
• Horseback Riding to El Chorro Waterfall in La Gamba.

Golfito Shore Excursions

 If you’re visiting Golfito on a Cruise, you can definitely book a shore excursion to enjoy the highlights of this beautiful tropical port town. 

Most of these tours will pick you up directly from the cruise and take you back in time in case you’re on a 1 day stop, Golfito tour operators who are allowed to enter the Golfito Pier always coordinate directly with port authorities so you won’t risk missing the cruise departure.

Things to do Near Golfito

There’s a very popular tour among tourists you can do near Golfito, so if you’re in the area you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to experience the Costa Rica Bioluminescence Kayak Tour in the Golfo Dulce Bay.

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Discover the Thrills of Golfito & Golfo Dulce with Tucanes Tour

Are you an avid adventurer or eco tourist looking for a unique experience in Costa Rica's Southern Pacific Zone? Look no further than Tucanes Tours to be your guide in Golfito! From kayaking through the pristine waters of Golfito Bay to dolphin watching in Golfo Dulce, treks through the Golfito Wildlife Refuge and exploring the mysterious stone spheres which is one of Costa Rica's and history’s greatest mysteries, there is something here for everyone.

Experience all that this incredible area has to offer with Tucanes Tours and read on to learn more!

Overview of Golfito and Golfo Dulce Costa Rica

Golfito is a small port city located in the southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica. It is known for its stunningly clear waters and abundant wildlife on land and sea. The area around Golfito offers visitors an amazing opportunity to explore some of the most unique attractions on the planet, such as the stone spheres which remain one of the greatest mysteries of pre-Columbian Central America. Additionally, it offers some of the best sport fishing in the world!

There is abundant marine life to be found here such as dolphins, whales (during their mating season, December to April and July to November ) and sea turtles, which are often spotted by travelers who take advantage of kayaking tours or boat trips out around Golfo Dulce. The beach at Playa Zancudo lies just south of Punta Banco where you can stroll on beautiful white sand beaches and enjoy swimming or snorkeling in crystal clear waters teeming with exotic tropical fish.

Additionally, there are plenty of other outdoor adventures available such as trekking through jungle trails or birdwatching from observation towers which provide breathtaking views over the surrounding landscape. Tucanes Tours offers an unmissable tour of the Golfito Wildlife Refuge as well.

Kayaking in Golfito Bay a.k.a Golfo Dulce

Kayak on the pristine waters of Golfito Bay in the Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica. Explore the coastline, its mangroves, and other vital habitats. Enjoy diverse wildlife viewing opportunities, beach time and an active day in the water with friends and family.

Dolphin Watching in Golfo Dulce

Take a journey with Tucanes Tours on the beautiful waters Golfo Dulce and experience close encounters with dolphins, whales (seasonally), turtles, and countless other amazing sea creatures.

The bottlenose dolphins and pantropical spotted dolphins are full time residents in the Golfo Dulce and may be observed any time of year. With so much to see you are guaranteed to have an unforgettable day!

This tour is great for visitors of all ages who want to explore this unique corner of Costa Rica's southern zone.

Sport Fishing (Inshore and Offshore Deep Sea)

Golfito and Golfo Dulce offer some of the best sport fishing in the world and Tucanes Tours is ready to take you there. Local species include marlin, snapper, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, dorado (mahi mahi), mackerel and many more . Whether you ’ re an avid angler or a complete novice, Tucanes will take you on the fishing trip of your life.  

No need to make up ‘ fish stories ’ anymore when you will have the actual photos to prove it! Inshore or offshore, our experienced captains and guides will take you to the hottest spots in the Golfito area for the ultimate thrill of reeling in a BIG one!

Check out our full article "Discover the Thrill of Sport Fishing in Golfito and Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica" for more details on this world-class fishing experience.

Mystery of the Stone Spheres Tour

These mysterious spherical stones have been unearthed throughout southern Costa Rica since 1939, but their origin remains unknown even to this day!

Located in Osa, in Costa Rica's southernmost Pacific, Palmar Sur is one of the most important archaeological sites in the country, one of two open to the public. Finca 6 was a multifunctional site for the Diquis indigenous culture, and findings date the site back to two periods: the Aguas Buenas (300-800AC), and the Chiriquí (800-1550AC).

You will be able to view the intriguing stone spheres, and what scholars are able to say about their creation and meaning, as well as what remains one of life's greatest enigmas. You may even be able to uncover some clues that could help unravel this centuries old mystery!

Explore the Golfito Wildlife Refuge

The Golfito Wildlife Refuge boasts a privileged location on the Southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The tour exploring this tropical paradise takes you through two main trails of the refuge, created to protect the area's main watershed. This area of the country houses rich biodiversity, and many species of flora and fauna are exclusively endemic to the region. This tour is perfect for those looking to connect with nature while learning about its inhabitants!

No matter what kind of adventure tourist you are there is something here at Tucanes Tours that fits your needs perfectly! Take advantage today by booking one (or several!) tours before they fill up! See how truly incredible Southern Costa Rica can be when you book tours from Tucanes Tours today.

Benefits of touring Golfito with Tucanes Tours

Tucanes Tours is here to help you d iscover the thrills of Golfito, Golfo Dulce and the entire southern zone. We o ffer unparalleled knowledge and access to some of the most incredible natural and cultural experiences in Costa Rica.

From kayaking in Golfito Bay to exploring mysterious stone spheres and fishing for the trophy sized sailfish, Tucanes provides a wide variety of activities for adventure seekers.

The knowledgeable guides at Tucanes Tours can help you explore all the wonders that this region has to offer, from discovering archaeological sites featuring ancient petroglyphs carved into rocks predating Spanish colonization, to observing dolphins playing like teenagers in their natural habitat during a kayak tour in Golfo Dulce.

With so many tours available, there is sure to be something that perfectly fits every type of tourist ’ s interests and desires! It is also a great way for visitors young and old alike to connect with nature while learning about its inhabitants when visiting the Golfito Wildlife Refuge.

No matter if you're an ecotourist or more interested in chasing wild adventures our guides at Tucanes can make your dreams become your reality.

See how truly incredible Southern Costa Rica can be when you book tours from Tucanes Tours today – it will be an experience unlike any other where memories are guaranteed to last forever!

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Explore the Hidden Gems of Golfito, Costa Rica

Welcome to Golfito, Costa Rica, a hidden gem nestled between the Pacific Ocean and lush rainforests.

It is also the main port town with access to the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park.

Golfito is a destination that promises to captivate your heart and awaken your sense of adventure. You’ll experience some of the country’s most beautiful beaches, world-class fishing, and endless outdoor activities. 

Things to Do in Golfito, Costa Rica

There are endless things to do in Golfito, Costa Rica. But there’s no need to worry! Our travel experts created a list of our favorite things to do in the area, from outdoor activities to local cuisine. You will get a feel for what makes this area unique.

Discover the charm and natural beauty of this hidden paradise

• Explore the Rainforest: Golfito is surrounded by lush tropical rainforests, making it the perfect destination for hiking, bird watching, horseback riding, and wildlife spotting. Take a guided tour with a local expert to discover Golfito National Wildlife Refuge, and Piedras Blancas National Park. You can also add going to Corcovado National Park after exploring these destinations.
• Immerse Yourself in Local Culture : Take a cooking class, visit a coffee plantation, or explore the town’s historical landmarks to learn more about the rich culture of Golfito from local residents. 

Experience the Thrill of Water Sports in Golfito

Warm, crystal-clear waters and pristine sandy beaches welcome visitors to Golfito, a paradise for beach lovers. Spend your days swimming in the ocean, surfing, or trying paddleboarding in a natural environment. 

Here’s a list of our favorite beaches:

• Playa Zancudo
• Playa Cacao
• Pavones Beach
• Playa San Josecito
• Playa Langostino

In addition, Golfito is also a popular destination for sport fishing and scuba diving. If you’re looking for a relaxing experience, you can also hop on a boat tour to explore the stunning coastline of Golfito and discover hidden coves.

Amazing Facts about Golfito, Puntarenas

Puntarenas Province, Golfito, Costa Rica, is a fascinating and unique destination. Here are some interesting facts about Golfito that you may not know:

• Golfito was once a bustling banana port: In the early 20th century, Golfito was the southern port town and hub for the export of bananas. The United Fruit Company played a significant role in its history and development. Today, remnants of this banana plantation era can still be seen in the town’s architecture and layout.
• The Golfito National Wildlife Refuge is home to over 140 species of birds: This stunning wildlife refuge is a protected area of tropical rainforest. It’s home to a diverse array of birds, including toucans, macaws, and hummingbirds.
• Golfito has a rich cultural history: The indigenous communities that lived in the area before the arrival of Spanish colonizers have impacted the region’s culture, traditions, and language.
• Golfito is known for its world-class sportfishing: The waters around Golfito, Costa Rica, are home to various game fish, including marlin, sailfish, and tuna. It’s a popular destination for anglers looking for a thrilling fishing experience.
• The Golfito Marina Village is a hub of activity: This bustling marina village is home to restaurants, bars, and shops nestled alongside luxurious yachts and boats.
• Golfito is an ideal destination for eco-tourism: With its stunning natural scenery, rich wildlife, and opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, and exploring the rainforest, Golfito, Costa Rica, is an important tourist attraction for eco-tourism and sustainable travel.

The Weather in Golfito

The weather in Golfito, Costa Rica, is tropical with little seasonal variation. The rainy season runs from May through November, with the heaviest rains between July and September. The dry season lasts from December through April.

The town is situated on the edge of the Golfo Dulce, a bay sheltered from the open Pacific Ocean, which helps create a unique microclimate in the area.

The average temperature in Puntarenas Province, Golfito, Costa Rica, is around 28°C (82°F), with slight variation throughout the year. The humidity in the town is also relatively high, which can make the temperatures feel even warmer.

Tips for Visiting Golfito, Costa Rica

We hope this glimpse into the wonders of Golfito has inspired you to pack your bags and experience this hidden paradise for yourself. 

Before you go, here are some travel tips from our experts to help you make the most of your visit:

• Bring sunscreen, bug spray, and comfortable shoes for exploring the rainforest
• Take advantage of local tours and activities, like whale watching or ziplining
• Don’t miss the chance to try traditional Costa Rican dishes like ceviche or gallo pinto
• Embrace the local culture and connect with friendly Costa Ricans to discover hidden gems off the beaten path.

At  Find My Costa Rica , we specialize in crafting unforgettable experiences tailored to your unique travel style. 

Whether you’re looking for a luxury beach resort or an immersive rainforest adventure, our expert travel planners can help you design your dream vacation to Puntarenas province, Golfito, Costa Rica, and beyond. 

So why wait?  Contact us today , and let us help you create memories that will last a lifetime!

1. What is Golfito Costa Rica known for?

Golfito, Costa Rica, is known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities, including sport fishing, surfing, and hiking. 

This charming town is situated between the Pacific Ocean and lush rainforests, offering visitors the chance to experience the beach and the jungle in one destination.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, where Golfito is located, is also known for its unique blend of culture and history, vibrant local markets, and delicious traditional cuisine.

2. What is the nearest airport to Puntarenas Province, Golfito?

The nearest airport to Puntarenas Province, Golfito, is Golfito Domestic Airport (GLF). This airport offers daily domestic flights from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. 

Another option is the Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, which offers international flights and is approximately 5 hours away from Golfito by car.

3. What animals can I see in Golfito, Costa Rica?

You can see a variety of animals in Golfito, Costa Rica. This region is home to monkeys, sloths, toucans, parrots, exotic birds, and reptiles. 

Visitors can also spot whales and dolphins in the waters surrounding Golfito, as well as numerous species of fish and marine life. 

For the best chance to see these animals, we recommend taking a guided tour with a local expert who can help you spot and identify the various species.

For more details, please get in touch with us at Find My Costa Rica

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On this tour you’ll get to hike and rappel around Golfito's wild landscape. Gofito is known for its lowland tropical rainforest and evergreens, and is one of Costa Rica’s top destinations for bird watching.

Take this hike to see some of the loveliest parts of the Golfito rainforest over a relatively short distance.

Take a horseback ride through the wild terrain of the Osa Peninsula — the rainforest, grassy meadows, hills, and rocky Pacific beaches. Your guide will introduce you to the local cowboy culture, and help you keep an eye out for wildlife.

This canyoning adventure is an exciting way to explore the waterfalls around Golfito.

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Tropical Escapade expertise is to customize journeys that remain etched in your memory. We organize a personalized experience for every traveler to have an outstanding vacation. Our tours are adapted for solo travelers to small / large groups wandering to explore the beauty of the pacific coast of Costa Rica. Most of our waterfall excursions start from Golfito, but we also love the jungle and wildlife of the Osa Peninsula.

We promote the South Pacific of Costa Rica as a prestigious ecotourism destination. Boasting all the necessary components for a perfect trip, visitors have the opportunity to simplify their vacation by letting us organize personalized unforgettable journeys. We pay very special attention to every request, which has made our reputation over the years. The quality of our guides, safety first, the election of the best activities and making dreams come true are our main priorities.

Far away from typical all-inclusive vacations gathering in huge beach resorts, the South of Costa Rica has a completely different setting to offer. In this little slice of paradise, discover the wealth of rainforests, adrenaline outdoor adventures, scintillating culture, exclusive National Parks and one of the worlds only tropical fjords, the Golfo Dulce. We encourage you to  to stay in local ecological lodges, where each room feels like being in a front row seat to the incredible wildlife on show.

Nowadays, the destination is a little-known realm, however many thousands of world travelers who have had the tremendous privilege to visit have classified the region as their top travel choice.

Passionate Adventurers, Wildlife Lovers, Nature Chasers, this could be your vacations of a lifetime!

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CASCADES ADVENTURE

Experience an exciting journey though the rainforest starting with an entertaining hike by the river and get ready for the Adventure! Activities include a swimming competition, rock climbing, rope swinging, cliff jumping and rappelling behind a waterfall.

EXTREME CANYONING

Get ready for a rush of excitement! After a hike in the mountain, go down a river doing three waterfall rappelling, some jumping, sliding and swimming. Learn canyoning and body balance technics, and enjoy the adventure.

Welcome to Corcovado National Park

World famous for its dense vegetation, diverse wildlife and scenic views, Corcovado is a biologically and extremely rich neotropical National Park.

As the first protected wildlife area established in the Osa region, a large and concentrated population of endangered animals remain in the tropical rain forest of Corcovado making this zone the most biodiverse of the Pacific coast in Central America. It is actually one of the few sites on the continent where still inhabit free in the forests viable populations of threatened species such as jaguars, pumas, tapirs, ocelots, margays, squirrel monkeys, scarlet macaws, great curassow and crested guan.

1 Day in Corcovado National Park

All remote and unique, discover the authenticity of the rainforest and some of the best wildlife worldwide. There are 5 stations to visit in Corcovado National Park: La Leona, Sirena, Los Patos, San Pedrillo and El Tigre.

2 Days in Corcovado National Park

Most wildlife is seen some hours after the sunrise and before the sunset. Have the opportunity to see seldom seen animals spending a night in Sirena station where you will be surrounded by the untamed rainforest,

3 Days in Corcovado National Park

Known around the world for it’s impressive biodiversity and ecosystems, the Corcovado is not only wild, but ranked one of the best and most spectacular national park on Earth. Enjoy exploring it deep in the jungle.

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Golfito Snapshot

• Summary: Southern port town and Duty Free Zone; also known for world-class sport fishing.
• Landscape: Ocean, Rainforest
• Attractions: Golfito Wildlife Refuge, Osa Wildlife Sanctuary, Piedras Blancas National Park, Wildlife
• Activities: Shopping, Sport Fishing
• Caters to: Independent Travelers, Luxury Travelers, Nature Lovers
• Quick Facts: Golfo Dulce;193 miles southwest of San Jose ; Sea level ; Hot and humid most days ; 82 to 95°F

The southern port town of Golfito is often considered a gateway to other attractions, namely the big waves of Pavones to the south, and Piedras Blancas National Park to the north. Located across from the Osa Peninsula on the Sweet Gulf, the city receives an enormous amount of rain, and is backed by thick, beautiful forests. While the water here is a bit murky for swimming, sport fishing conditions could not be better – and many tour operators use the town as a base for excursions.

Demographically, Golfito is split according to income. The town’s affluent members call the Zona Americana (or American area) their home. It is composed of large, plantation-style houses in which United Fruit corporation executives used to reside many years ago. The working class generally lives on the other side of town, known as the Pueblo Civil.

Once a thriving banana port, Golfito received more than its share of hard knocks – and after many years, the aftereffects of a tumultuous history in the banana industry are still poignantly reflected in the community. In the late 1930s, the United Fruit Company named Golfito its headquarters, bringing hundreds of jobs and a general sense of prosperity to the area. The company built schools, medical facilities and even a police station. Within 20 years, over 90% of bananas exported from Costa Rica were processed through the port. In 1985, labor strikes, rising banana prices and inflation prompted United Fruit to suddenly pull its operations. After enjoying fifty years of economic activity, nearly everyone had become unemployed overnight.

In an effort to jump start the economy and to take advantage of Golfito’s close proximity to Panama, the Costa Rican government has transitioned the town into a Duty Free Zone. Products are not subject to import taxes – and thrifty shoppers from around the country take advantage of low prices on appliances and electronic goods. An outdoor mall called the Deposito Libre carries everything from iPods to washing machines.

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Casa de orquideas.

These gorgeous botanical gardens have been family owned and operated for over 30 years. Bird watchers marvel at the100 species of birds that are attracted to the park’s orchids, heliconias, bromeliads and slew of edible plants. The gardens can be reached by boat, kayak, or on foot for travelers staying on Playa San Josecito. (Playa San Josecito, Golfo Dulce. Guided tours offered Sundays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m.; $8 per person, 3 people minimum. Self-guided walking tours available Mon-Wed and Saturday; $5 per person. 8829-1247.)

Golfito Wildlife Refuge

Surrounded on three sides by the town of Golfito, this wildlife refuge was created largely as a method of protecting the city’s water supply. Animals are plentiful along the park’s trails, and can include collared peccaries, white-nosed coatis, agoutis and pacas. All four species of monkey native to Costa Rica reside in the reserve: capuchin, spider, howler and squirrel. The refuge shares its northern boundary with Piedras Blancas National Park, and as a result the two protected zones feature much of the same biodiversity and wildlife.

Piedras Blancas National Park

Previously a part of the legendary Corcovado National Park, Piedras Blancas is home to a dizzying array of plant and animal life. The Rio Esquinas and Rio Piedras river basins – combined with up to 200 inches of rainfall per year – produce an amazingly verdant habitat for a species list almost identical to Corcovado’s. Rescue organizations dedicated to scarlet macaws and wild cats have a great deal of success inside the park, mostly due to its extreme isolation. Poison dart frogs, peccaries, monkeys, caimans, crocodiles and over 330 bird species inhabit the zone.

The Paradise Tropical Garden

Inaugurated in 2001, this small garden features an enjoyable “see, smell, taste, and touch experience.” Guests are invited to sample edible flowers, fruits, and other plants before heading out into the extensive botanical gardens. The tour winds up with a snack of local foods, including fried plantains and yucca. (Golfito. 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Sun. Donations encouraged, reservations recommended to set up food sampling in advance. 2789-8746.)

Osa Wildlife Sanctuary

Get up close and personal with sloths, spidermonkeys and scarlet macaws at the Osa Wildlife Sanctuary. Wounded or orphaned animals and illegally-captured pets are brought from all over Costa Rica and Nicaragua to be rehabilitated in the refuge, which is located on the edge of Piedras Blancas National Park, on Playa Cativo. Tours are available every day from about 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and include transportation from Golfito or Puerto Jimenez, both about a half an hour away by boat. Tel: 8837-1631

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Deposito Libre is a duty free shopping mall, featuring imported goods free of the hefty taxes normally added to their price tags. Shoppers must get a special credit slip giving permission to spend up to $500 one day in advance of purchases, and all purchases must be made on the same day. The mall is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is closed on Mondays. Slips can be obtained Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sport Fishing

Sport fishing is Golfito’s most popular activity, and well-equipped boats can be chartered for a half or full day. The fishing is excellent year-round, and common catches include marlin, yellow fin tuna, wahoo and roosterfish. The dry season months of November through May are prime for pulling in record Pacific sailfish.

Places to Stay:

A number of luxurious eco-lodges mesh effortlessly with the greenery in and around Piedras Blancas National Park and the beaches of Nicuesa, Cativo and San Josecito. Solar powered, self sustainable and only accessible by boat, these resorts are guilt-free escapes from society. Located a short distance from Golfito, several eco-lodges strive to provide fair employment opportunities – and to leave only the most positive social, economic and environmental impact. Downtown Golfito also features a variety of mid-range and upscale accommodations, most of which offer air conditioning and wireless Internet. Budget hotels, catering mainly to backpackers, are also available.

Getting There:

Air: Both Sansa and Nature Air offer daily flights to Golfito.

Boat: Boat taxis run at least five times daily between Puerto Jimenez and Golfito. The fare is about $6 and takes a half-hour.

Car: From San Jose take the Caldera highway, Route 27, toward Jaco and Quepos, continuing south to Dominical. From Dominical, take the Costanera Sur to Palmar Norte. Then get back on the Interamerican highway until Rio Claro. At the light, take a right to Golfito.

Public Bus: $12.75; 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. (direct, no stops); 8 hours. Departs from Plaza Viquez. 2221-4214. 

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Taylor Swift shares big video hint that the 'Eras Tour' may be changing

Taylor Swift is taking fans behind the scenes of her “Eras Tour” with a series of clips, and Swifties now suspect there’s a hint as to changes coming to the world-renowned show.

Days after releasing her newest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” Swift posted another YouTube Short video with her hit single “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone,” playing over videos of her and her dancers rehearsing for the tour. But there’s one moment in the montage that has fans doing what they do best: speculating.

Fans will recognize many of the scenes being practiced, such as Swift's iconic entrance from the ground, her performance of "Lavender Haze" in a coat surrounded by clouds, playing "Champagne Problems" seated at a moss-covered piano and more. But one clip, in which Swift stands in the middle of a stage with her dancers lined up behind her wearing top hats and holding canes, did not appear in the original "Eras Tour."

“Since when do background dancers have a top hat and canes?!” one fan with the username armaisacat.1989 captioned a TikTok of the scene, adding “Taylor Swift you have some explaining to do!!”

The “Eras Tour” is a three-hour, 15-minute concert in which Swift performs songs from all of her albums since her 2006 self-titled debut record. Many — including the TODAY.com staff — have speculated whether or not the pop star would integrate “Tortured Poets Department” as another era in the show.

All will be (hopefully) be revealed when the tour begins again in Paris on May 9.

This is the second YouTube Short Swift has posted since the latest album release. On April 19, she shared glimpses of her personal life , again set to the tune of “Fortnight.”

In that compilation, her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, makes appearances with the star. The videos are in collaboration with YouTube, encouraging users to post their own “14 snippets” of their lives set to the same song.

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Bam Margera 's clearing the air about why his UK tour got the axe -- and while some have suspected it's all about him falling off the wagon ... he's saying he's clean and sober.

Here's the deal ... Bam's been across the pond lately for a string of Q&A gigs he'd booked through a promoter -- where he was scheduled to talk to audiences ... all of which recently came to a screeching halt after the peeps he was working with announced the rest of his appearances were cancelled.

There's been a lot of accusations and drama brewing in the background this past week -- with allegations that Bam was acting erratic and rolling with a new crew of misfits.

Some online -- especially on Reddit -- have been claiming Bam's been indulging in booze and drugs again ... but he hopped online Thursday to deny all that, insisting not only is he alcohol-free ... but he had a perfectly good reason for canceling his shows in the UK.

Long story short ... Bam says he re-injured his knee, and that these shows are gonna get rebooked -- so it's no harm, no foul in his mind.

He does allude to some kind of physical confrontation between the people Bam's been staying with and the promoters ... but he says he wasn't in the mix for that -- so he doesn't think he did anything wrong. He also acknowledges he and his girlfriend have been fighting.

Last but not least ... Bam shoots down any notion he's been under the influence lately, pointing to the fact he's drinking tea in the video. Remember, this comes not too long after he got into a fistfight on the street here in L.A. ... so, thing have been a bit tumultuous.

Despite all that ... Bam is insisting everything's A-OK -- although, hard to say if folks buy it.

Here's hoping all is, in fact, well -- because there are many who are pretty worried about him.

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Was Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Detroit bigger than NFL draft crowds? It's complicated

How does the record-breaking attendance for the 2024 NFL draft on Thursday compare to other peak days in Detroit? It's hard to tell given the crowd estimates are created with different methodologies and geographic boundaries.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour visit to the Motor City last June spanned two days, with two sold-out shows of about 60,000 fans each day at Ford Field. But that is the number of people attending the concert, not the number of people estimated visiting Detroit's business district. All told for just one day Swift was in the city, June 10, nearly 350,000 people flocked to Detroit's Central Business District. Motor City Pride Fest was that day at Hart Plaza, too.

That's higher than Thursday's draft crowd of about 275,000 fans — the largest daily NFL draft attendance on record, according to NFL officials. But 275,000 is the NFL's estimate, which is measured differently over a different geographic area. Magnetometers or metal detectors that fans walk through to enter the draft areas provide real-time crowd estimates, according to an e-mail from an NFL spokesperson.

Swift day data was compiled by the Downtown Detroit Partnership from Placer.ai , a firm that analyses foot traffic data from mobile phones.

The daily estimates include the number of people visiting or working in Detroit's Central Business District − an area bounded by the Lodge Freeway (west), Interstate 75 (north), I-375 (east) and the Detroit River (south). The median number of people visiting or working in the central business district between April 1, 2023 and April 7, 2024 was 102,000; foot traffic was higher at about 122,000 people on weekend days.

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Thursday's 275,000 attendance figure includes fans spanning from Campus Martius Park to Hart Plaza and satellite viewing areas such as the Corner Ballpark (Detroit's former Tiger Stadium). If the draft attendance in Detroit continues at this pace over the weekend, Detroit is on track to break the 600,000 record for total attendance, previously held by Nashville in 2019.

Nashville previously held the NFL draft record for daily attendance, too, with about 200,000 fans in 2019 .

Within the last year, people visited Detroit for a variety of jam-packed concerts, sporting and other events. Pink set a record for a reserved seat concert at Comerica Park , with more than 45,000 fans and 207,955 people in the central business district; Detroit Lions' home games extended into the playoffs ; Taylor Swift, Beyoncé , Metallica and many more brought thousands of people to downtown Detroit.

Where the record NFL draft in Detroit stands in relation will have to wait until the draft is over and more comparable data is available next week.

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Day 1 of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans saw fresh faces on top of the leaderboard as they went low to set the tone.

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Two duos went low at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans as Patton Kizzire and his partner Ben Kholes are tied with Mark Hubbard and Ryan Brehm.

Each team fired off bogey-free 11-under 61s to lead by one shot over three teams at 10-under, as of this writing.

Kizzire and Kholes made six birdies on the front nine to make the turn in 30 shots. Coming home, they added four birdies between holes 10-14. The duo birdied the 18th to come home in 31 strokes to cap off a strong first round.

“Well, we came out of the gates both playing really well, both birdieing the same holes. Ideally, we’d like to mix it up. But we started well and just kept it going,” Kizzire said. “Whenever one of us needed the other, we stepped up and ham-and-egged it. He was a fantastic partner. I needed him out there, and he stepped up.”

Both have played at the Zurich Classic, but it is their first time together.

“It’s pretty fun just getting out here, and like he said, having a partner. Not something we get to do hardly ever. It’s fun kind of leaning on someone else and having that camaraderie out there,” Kholes said.

Day 2 will feature a new format in Alternate-shot, which can be difficult. However, for this duo, the game plan will remain the same.

“Just trying to put ourselves in the best spots that we can and picking each other up when something doesn’t go right,” Kholes said. “That’s all you can do. Just stay in the moment and hit the best shot you can at each point, and we’ll see where that puts us.”

They were not the only players to find success; they matched Hubbard and Brehm for the low round of the day.

Teams that also performed well in the Four-Ball format on Thursday were Davis Thompson and Andrew Novak, who posted a 10-under 62.

One of the Canadian duos, Corey Conners and Taylor Pendrith, are two shots back after they carded a 9-under 63. Will Zalatoris and Sahith Theegala finished Day 1 with a 7-under 65.

The betting favorites coming into the week , Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele, settled for a 7-under 65 to sit four shots behind the leaders.

The afternoon wave got a little more wind on the golf course than the morning groups, but a few groups were poised to go low. Keith Mitchell and Joel Dahmen are 7-under through 11 holes. Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are also 7-under through 10 holes to start the back nine.

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The jury might be out on method dressing , but its media impact is undeniable. Zendaya’s press tour outfits for Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers is a prime example of this; Vogue’s May cover star has amplified the film’s visibility while delivering major looks.

From the outset, Zendaya and her stylist Law Roach set a new standard in press tour fashion, with custom designs by Loewe, Jacquemus and Thom Browne, plus rare vintage finds from Ralph Lauren, Vivienne Westwood and Louis Vuitton. Even the more understated looks by Brunello Cucinelli and Tory Burch have left a lasting impression.

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Taylor Swift hints at Eras Tour setlist changes after ‘TTPD’ album release

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Fans theorize that Taylor Swift is changing her Eras Tour setlist to include songs from her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department.”

Swift shared a black-and-white video collage of her practicing for the upcoming leg of her tour and added her new single, “Fortnight,” in the background to YouTube Shorts on Thursday.

The Grammy winner, 34, included several snippets of her wearing different athleisure outfits while holding a microphone, singing and dancing on different parts of the stage.

The “Cruel Summer” songstress even featured a snap of her playing her acoustic guitar and sitting at her signature mossy piano.

However, some eagle-eyed fans noticed a few differences in some of the clips from what she’s done in her past shows –– such as her background dancers wearing black top hats and canes.

Swift also appeared to be leaning on a silver pole that seemed to have a white “TTPD” sign hanging on the side of it. Fans additionally pointed out her white guitar and matching microphone.

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“A fortnight til Paris 🤍 Brought to you by YouTube Shorts #ForAFortnightChallenge,” she captioned the video on Thursday.

Swift will resume her tour in Paris in two weeks –– aka a fortnight –– on May 9.

Several fans flooded the comments pointing out the changes and wrote about how convinced they are she’ll be swapping some songs for “TTPD” hits.

“Won’t be surprised if she actually does change the setlist a little bit,” one user wrote.

“she’s going to add TTPD songs to the setlist!!” another person commented.

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“SHE’S PROB GONNA ADD TTPD!!!!!” someone exclaimed.

“TTPD on the setlist😭I will pass out,” another person added.

Swift has not released the setlist for her upcoming shows and she did not share the setlist before she kicked off the tour in Arizona in March 2023.

The “Shake it Off” songstress previously sang 44 songs on every show and swapped out two songs each concert that were acoustic “surprise songs” not included in the same setlist.

After Paris, Swift will hit several European countries, including Sweden, Spain and Portugal, before wrapping up in London in August.

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