Overview
Carate is a tiny, remote settlement on the wild Osa Peninsula, existing primarily as the launch point for Corcovado National Park. The town consists of a handful of hotels and a single snack stand strung along a black-sand beach.
Beach · Nature · Trekking · Wildlife
Before you go
Connectivity
Expect no mobile phone signal and limited internet. Arrange banking and communications in Puerto Jiménez before arriving.
Food
Bring all food supplies from Puerto Jiménez. Carate has only a small snack stand; there are no restaurants.
Packing
Pack everything you need for your Corcovado trek, including water, snacks, and supplies. Options in Carate are extremely limited.
Transport
Carate is accessible only by road from Puerto Jiménez (collectivo 2½+ hr, taxi 1½ hr) or by small plane (10 min). No direct road access from other directions.
