Nauyaca Waterfalls is Costa Ricas #1 rated waterfalls, a short 20-minute drive brings you to the head office, from there you will hop aboard a shuttle that will take you directly to the falls, if you have the stamina, you can always hike in/out.
Playa Uvita and Ballena National Park is about 45min drive with plenty of shopping and restaurants to enjoy. Unique for its Whale tale shape, Playa Ballena is a fun and vibrant surf town.
San Isidro de el General is Costa Rica's 2nd largest city with all modern amenities such as hospitals, pharmacies, grocery stores, shopping, movie theatre, malls, restaurants, a central park, cathedral and is home to the #1 Rated Farmers Market in Costa Rica.
If you are looking for even more adventure Manuel Antonio National Park and Quepos is only 65km from the retreat. Gorgeous beaches, shops, salsa dancing and restaurants. Guaranteed to see monkeys, iguanas and sloths! If you are feeling extra adventurous there are plenty of exciting activities such as horseback riding on the beach, zip lining, jet skiing, fishing, parasailing and hiking through Costa Ricas emerald national park, Manuel Antonio.
Toucans Nest Luxury Bed n' Breakfast Retreat is across from Mt. Chirripo, the tallest mountain peak in Costa Rica. Mt. Chirripo is approximately 20mins from the retreat. Here you can enjoy guided tours with plenty of Costa Rican flora and fauna to observe. Restaurants and shopping are also available.
Playa Dominical only 33km from Toucans Nest. When you want a day at the beach but don't want to travel too long. Playa Dominical is a great option. Plenty of restaurants, bars, shopping, vendors, surfing schools and surf competitions to enjoy!