Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The main activities at Zancudo are undoubtedly swinging on hammocks, strolling on the
beach and swimming in the aqua-blue waters of the Golfo Dulce. Here, the surf is gentle,
and at night the water sometimes sparkles with bioluminescence - tiny phosphorescent
marine plants and plankton that light up if you sweep a hand through the water. The effect
is like underwater fireflies.
The mangrove swamps offer plenty of opportunities for exploration: birdlife is prolific,
while other animals such as crocodile, caiman, monkey and sloth are also frequently spot-
ted. The boat ride from Golfito gives a glimpse of these waters, but you can also paddle
them yourself: rent kayaks from any of the accommodations listings following.
Zancudo is a base for inshore and offshore fishing, river fishing (mangrove snapper,
snook and corvina) and fly-fishing. The best sportfishing is from December to May for
sailfish and May to September for snook, though many species bite year-round. Trips can
be arranged through any of the accommodations listed here.
Sleeping & Eating
Sol y Mar
CABINA
( 2776-0014;
www.zancudo.com
;
cabins from US$45; )
This popular hangout offers various lodging options, from smallish dwellings further from
the water to private deluxe units with fancy tile showers and unobstructed ocean views.
Even if you're not staying here, the open-air restaurant and thatched bar is a Zancudo fa-
vorite - and it's the only game in town during low season.
Au Coeur du Soleil
CABINA
( 2776-0112;
www.aucoeurdusoleil.com
; d US$50-60; )
These brightly painted, lovingly maintained cabins have fans, fridges, big windows and a
central BBQ - some have kitchenettes and all have a homey charm. The French hosts are
warm and gregarious and offer guests the use of bikes for cruising around Zancudo.
Coloso Del Mar
CABINA
(
2776-0050;
www.colosodelmar.com
;
s/d US$45/50;
)
