I took the public bus to Cahuita National Park a few days ago, sorry for the delayed post, but it’s not like I can take the computer to the beach with me.  (and  everyday’s been a beach day) Back to the park,  it was a nice way to spend the day. I started with a snorkel. The coral was healthy, a lot of Elk Coral, a few reef fish and a sting ray. From there I had the boat drop me off at the point of the park and I took a leisurely stroll, about 45 minutes,  back into town.

At one point while in the park I sat in the shade on the beach watching the waves when a guy walking by says to me “look up.”  The trees I was surrounded by were filled with monkeys.   On the trail I also saw raccoons, sloths, cool colorful butterflies and a few other critters.

I have spent more time in Puerto Viejo than anywhere else in Costa Rica. The beach, the jungle, the people and the atmosphere are the reasons I can’t seem to leave. It’s not the the cleanest place I’ve ever seen ( a mandatory monthly cleaning day like Rwanda and it could be) and it’s not prettiest place I have ever seen (click on my Fakarava page) but it helped me understand the phrase Pura Vide.

Although this has been my favorite place in the country it is definitely not for everyone but it is perfect for me. Perfect for me to pass the days riding my bike to the beaches, listening to live music, looking for wildlife, practicing spanish with friends and well just chilling out.

After checking the date I just realized I have 3 weeks left in Central America so I know I have to get out of this place. There’s a few more things I would like to do and see before I go therefore tomorrow I will consider and maybe even actually buy a transport to Tortuguero. I really want to see the park there so that is my plan as I make my way north into Nicaragua.

Until next post Pura Vida!