The southern Caribbean coast of Talamanaca consist of the areas of Chauita, Puerto Viejo, Playa Cocles, Playa Chuquita, Punta Uva and Manzanillo. The Caribbean of Costa Rica has a extension of 2809.32 km2 and has the influence of both afro-Caribbean and latin cultures. The Caribbean areas of Costa Rica is one of the country’s most biologically diverse areas consisting of tropical rainforest, rivers, mangroves and pristine beaches. The Caribbean represents 60 percent of the protected lands in Costa Rica with national parks, indigenous reserves and wildlife refuges. The areas of Talamanca and Puerto Viejo has something for everyone with amazing restaurants, pristine coconut lined beaches , world class surfing, adventure filled recreation activities , and great shopping. Puerto Viejo is an international destination area, with people from all over the world coming to explore..