As one of the most important port cities in Costa Rica, Puerto Caldera is often the starting point for cruises and industrial ships. This tiny town is near many of Costa Rica's top attractions and most visited cities, including San Jose, Jaco and Puntarenas. This tropical city is located right off of the Gulf of Nicoya, making it close to traveler hot spots like Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Whether travelers want to venture into the lush wildlife that Costa Rica is known for or venture through the city-scapes, Puerto Caldera is a perfect home base.