GETTING THERE:
Cocles is about 3km south of Puerto Viejo, and Puerto Viejo is about 150 miles from San Jose, the roads and traffic being what they are this is a 3.5 to 4.5 hour road trip. Its a beautiful drive, and you can either rent a car in San Jose or take the bus from the Caribbean Bus station ($7) and ride down that way. Buses leave about 6 times a day, the last one is at 4PM, be sure to specify that you are going to PUERTO VIEJO DE TALAMANCA (since there are two PV's) We ride the bus, which is fairly comfortable, and leave our car in Cocles. You can reach the bus station from the airport by taxi, it's about $20 for the taxi.
Casa Palmas is the first right after 'La Terraza' restaurant and about 100 ft up the hill on the right.
Other Activities:
SURFING