Description: Sierpe is a small, sleepy town located on the end of a peninsula just south of Palmar Sur and Palmar Norte. Though Sierpe has much to offer, most utilize the town as an overnight stop before continuing on to destinations further south on the remote Osa Peninsula, such as Drake Bay and Corcovado National Park. Sierpe is surrounded by the Sierpe Mangrove system, which is the largest mangrove in Costa Rica. Visitors can expect to experience a truly Costa Rican atmosphere during their stay, and the people in this quiet town are warm and welcoming. Located in Southern Costa Rica, Sierpe is fairly remote. Most visitors choose to fly into the Palmar Sur Airport, which services domestic airlines.

The Location: Sierpe is a southern Costa Rica town located in the Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Sierpe is approximately a 6 hours drive from San Jose, 3 hour from Manuel Antonio, 6 hours from Monteverde, 8 hours from Liberia and 6 1/2 hours from the La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano Region. Please keep in mind that all drive times are approximate, depending on road conditions, as well as Costa Rica driving experience.

The Climate: Located in the Southern Pacific coastal rainforests, Sierpe offers a tropical, moist climate. From December through April, one can expect temperatures to reach a high in the low to mid 90's and a low in the 70's with limited rainfall. From May through November, one can expect temperatures to reach a high in the upper 80's and a low in the 70's with more prevelent rainfall. The rainfall in Sierpe during this time of the year is generally limited to late afternoons and early evenings (though it can rain at any given time).
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Entertainment, though not plentiful in Sierpe is available. The town offers activities including restaurants, bars, internet cafes, and souvenir shops. The following is a small percentage of the local businesses that we recommend:

**Los Vagos Restaurant (Not to be confused with the Las Vegas Restaurant, which is also in Sierpe) is a small Italian owned restaurant in Sierpe. This restaurant is hands down, our staff's # 1 recommended eatery in Costa Rica. Do not be confused by the plastic tables and chairs. Emi and David (the owners) of this local favorite are highly trained chefs that chose a simpler way of life. While enjoying your meal, laughter will be plentiful as David entertains, and Emi shares her light hearted humor.

Sierpe Hotels: Sierpe offers several lodging options. Generally hotels are eco lodges or budget cabinas. The Estero Azul offers a unique river front option with monkeys and parrots on the grounds.

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