Caldera, Commercial port in Esparza Canton, Costa Rica.
Caldera is a commercial port on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica with two separate terminals. The facility has multiple docking facilities for containers and specialized areas for different types of cargo.
The port facility was constructed in the 1970s after operations relocated from Puntarenas. Its official opening on December 17, 1981 marked a major shift in how cargo moved through the Pacific coast.
Local entertainers welcome cruise ship passengers with traditional Costa Rican music and dance performances at the port entrance.
The port is directly connected to San Jose via Route 27, offering easy access for trucks and visitors. The location makes it simple to reach the port zone or travel onward to other parts of Costa Rica.
The port manages both commercial shipping operations and cruise terminal functions, processing international cargo while serving as a gateway for tourism.
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