A quiet, idyllic cove that could double for a scene in the film The Beach is off a dirt road marked by Punta Uva Dive Center. When the water is calm, it makes an excellent spot for swimming. A cluster of fantastic restaurants is nearby when you’ve worked up an appetite splashing around in the Caribbean Sea.

Surfing and snorkeling

Usually, a couple of locals rent out surfboards on the sand, and the reef to the right of the cove is excellent for snorkeling and surfing (but at different times!). When the waves are up, this spot creates a forgiving, peeling right-hand wave suitable for intermediates.

How do I get there?

Punta Uva is just 5 miles (8.5km) from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca and is easily accessible by bike, car, or bus.

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