Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs.
I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show". I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it.
If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though.
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Top Cantón Turrubares Hotel Reviews

Crocs Resort & Casino

10/10 Excellent

"View is amazing and the town of Jaco is not wild at all. This hotel is a bit of a walk from downtown and very nice."

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and they prepared it for us two hours before check-in time. The receptionist was very professional and helpful. Breakfast was excellent with a large variety of healthy food. The area was very nice sounded by top brand shops and restaurants."

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay at this new hotel! The property is clean, modern, and has ample parking, which made arriving and leaving so convenient. I also really appreciated the 24/7 security—it made me feel safe the entire time. There are several restaurants and places to eat nearby, so grabbing a meal was never an issue. Overall, I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay. I’ll be returning on my next trip!"