Gandoca-Manzanillo
Costa Rica, Limón
Gandoca-Manzanillo
LocationCosta Rica, Limón
RegionLimón
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates9.5833°, -82.6500°
Established1985
Area82.69
Nearest CityPuerto Viejo de Talamanca (15 km)
About Gandoca-Manzanillo
Protecting the remote Caribbean southern coast, Gandoca-Manzanillo is a mixed wildlife refuge combining tropical rainforest, coral reefs, manatee lagoons, and turtle nesting beaches. The village of Manzanillo sits within the refuge, making it a model of community co-management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gandoca-Manzanillo located?
Gandoca-Manzanillo is located in Limón, Costa Rica at coordinates 9.5833, -82.65.
How do I get to Gandoca-Manzanillo?
To get to Gandoca-Manzanillo, the nearest city is Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (15 km).
How large is Gandoca-Manzanillo?
Gandoca-Manzanillo covers approximately 82.69 square kilometers (32 square miles).
When was Gandoca-Manzanillo established?
Gandoca-Manzanillo was established in 1985.