Introducing Playas Pochote & Tambor
These two mangrove-backed grey-sand beaches are protected by Bahía Ballena, the largest bay on the southeastern peninsula, and are surrounded by a few small fishing communities. In the past 15 years, however, the area has slowly been developed as a resort destination, though the outcome has been less than green. Fortunately, there are a few good choices for accommodations in the area and for the most part Pochote and Tambor are undertouristed, providing plenty of opportunities for hiking, swimming, kayaking and even whale-watching.
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The beaches begin 14km south of Paquera, at the community of Pochote, and stretch for about 8km southwest to Tambor – they’re divided by the narrow and wadable estuary of the Río Pánica.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
