WHY STAY IN Puerto Viejo
Caribbean beach life where rainforest meets the sea.
Puerto Viejo combines Caribbean beaches, rainforest, Afro-Caribbean culture, cycling, wildlife, and a relaxed international community.
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COST OF LIVING
Monthly Budget Min.
Monthly Budget Max.
Average Rent (1BR)
Food Cost
Transport Cost
Coworking Cost
Utilites Cost
Gym Cost
$1800
$4100
$1250
$560
$110
$120
$170
$35
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CLIMATE
Avg. Summer Temp.
Avg. Winter Temp.
Humidity
Rain
Sunshine
24.9
23.7
High
High
High
Climate Notes
VISA
Visa Status
Visa Type
Long Stay Possible
No Visa Required Digital Nomad Visa 180
Costa Rica Visitor Stay, Digital Nomad, or Residency Route
Yes
Visa requirements may vary depending on your nationality. The information provided here reflects the general visa conditions of the country.
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a small Caribbean coast town near Panama, known for black-sand and golden beaches, jungle-backed roads, surfing, reggae-influenced culture, wildlife, and a large international long-stay community. Daily life is informal and outdoors-focused, with bicycles, cafes, restaurants, yoga, and access to Cahuita and Gandoca-Manzanillo. Internet is workable in modern rentals but inconsistent outside central areas. Heavy rain, humidity, limited healthcare, road conditions, and seasonal petty crime are the main trade-offs.
Puerto Viejo
Costa Rica / Central America
5.81
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Climate
Healthcare
: High Risk
: Very Fast
: Moderate
: No Visa Required Digital Nomad Visa
: Warm
: Good
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