About the Port
Punta Leona sits along Costa Rica's central Pacific coastline, where a private beach club community unfolds against a backdrop of lush tropical rainforest. Visitors arrive by wet landing directly onto the sand, entering a setting where jungle-covered hills meet calm coastal waters. The surrounding landscape reflects the biodiversity for which this stretch of coast is known, with dense greenery framing the shoreline.
The beach club environment offers a low-key introduction to Costa Rica's natural beauty, ideal for those seeking sun and scenery without a long journey inland. Because access is by wet landing, sturdy water shoes and quick-dry clothing serve travelers well. The setting rewards those content to relax beachside, swim in the Pacific, or simply take in the rainforest backdrop that defines this quiet corner of the coast.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Punta Leona.
Relax on Playa Blanca
This crescent of soft white sand backed by rainforest is the club's main draw; settle in for swimming and sunbathing steps from the wet landing point.
Spot Wildlife in the Rainforest Fringe
Howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, and iguanas often appear in the trees framing the beach, so keep a camera handy along the tree line during a short stroll.
Snorkel the Calm Coastal Waters
The sheltered bay's clear, calm water suits casual snorkeling; bring or rent gear to peek at reef fish just offshore before heading back to the sand.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Punta Leona
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 70 | $36,744 | |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 16 | $5,612 | |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 8 | $3,280 | |
| Dec 24, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 12 | $5,200 | |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 8 | $2,800 | |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Windstar | Star Legend | 13 | $7,500 | |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Star | 12 | $8,560 | |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Star | 29 | $9,296 | |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Star | 36 | $13,888 | |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Windstar | Wind Star | 8 | $6,160 | |
| Feb 9, 2027 | Windstar | Star Legend | 7 | $3,605 | |
| Feb 9, 2027 | Windstar | Star Legend | 13 | $8,692 | |
| Feb 21, 2028 | Windstar | Star Pride | 7 | $2,835 | |
| Feb 21, 2028 | Windstar | Star Pride | 14 | $4,536 | |
| Feb 21, 2028 | Windstar | Star Pride | 21 | $6,496 |