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Coco Island is a natural treasure located in the Pacific Ocean, some 341 km off the west coast of Costa Rica. Known for its exceptional biodiversity and crystal-clear waters, this little piece of land lost in the middle of the Pacific is often described as a paradise for divers and nature lovers. It’s also surrounded…

Tenorio Volcano National Park, in northern Costa Rica, is a true natural wonder, offering visitors spectacular volcanic landscapes. The park is most famous for its magnificent Rio Celeste, whose turquoise waters surprise visitors from all over the world. Geography and Context Tenorio Volcano National Park is located in the Cordillera de Guanacaste in northern Costa…

Santa Rosa was Costa Rica’s first national park. It was created in 1972 to commemorate the Hacienda Santa Rosa, a historic battle between William Walker’s American forces and a ragtag army of Costa Rican volunteers. Today, Santa Rosa National Park is part of the Guanacaste conservation area.

Osa Peninsula The Osa Peninsula, located on the southwest coast of Costa Rica, is an ecological jewel and a must-see destination for all nature lovers. Known for its exceptional biodiversity, lush rainforests, pristine beaches and abundant wildlife, the Osa Peninsula is a must-see region of Costa Rica for lovers of unspoilt nature. It is home…

History and background Creation and objectives Tortuguero National Park was created in 1975 to protect the region’s habitats, particularly sea turtle nesting sites. Prior to its creation, these areas were threatened by logging and hunting. Thanks to protection efforts, the park has become a model for the protection of tropical ecosystems and a haven for…

Located at the junction of the Central and South Pacific, Marino Ballena Park aims to protect marine species, in particular the whales that come here twice a year to give birth to their young before migrating to the cold waters of the polar regions. The park must have been designed with them in mind. The…

Chirripó National Park, nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s Cordillera de Talamanca, is much more than just a protected natural area. It’s a sanctuary of biodiversity, a playground for hardened hikers and a place to reconnect with nature in all its splendour. A sleeping giant Chirripó National Park takes its name from Cerro Chirripó,…

Costa Rica has 27 national parks, 58 refuges, 32 protected areas, 15 wetlands, 11 forest reserves and 8 biological reserves, including Palo Verde. This represents 25% of its territory.

A balance between jungles and mangroves Costa Rica is renowned for its national parks, which preserve rich and diverse ecosystems. Among them, Carara National Park stands out for its unique geographical location, on the border between the tropical rainforests of the south and the dry forests of the north. Located in the province of Puntarenas,…

A jewel on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast Discover one of Costa Rica’s most accessible and biodiverse national parks. Costa Rica is world-renowned for its efforts to conserve and preserve biodiversity. Among Costa Rica’s 26 national parks, Cahuita National Park is the perfect embodiment of this commitment. Its white sandy beaches, coral reefs and lush forests…

The green immensity of Braulio Carrillo Braulio Carrillo National Park (Parque nacional Braulio Carrillo) is one of Costa Rica’s largest national parks. Despite its proximity to the capital, it is also one of the least visited and wildest parks in Costa Rica. Located in the region around San José, Costa Rica’s capital, it offers visitors…

On your trip to Costa Rica, after visiting a national park in Guanacaste, we invite you to head a little further south, to the tip of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. One of the jewels of the peninsula awaits you: the Cabo Blanco absolute nature reserve. It’s one of Costa Rica’s most successful examples of conservation….

Barra Honda National Park is a veritable nugget for nature lovers and thrill-seeking explorers. Located in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste province, this unique park is home to a complex network of limestone caves, forming a veritable underground labyrinth. It mainly attracts caving enthusiasts. However, if you’re not a specialist, the park is accessible to all and…

Costa Rica is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and breathtaking natural landscapes. Among the natural treasures of this Central American country is the Rio Celeste, a spectacularly beautiful river that attracts travelers from all over the world. Nestled in Volcan Tenorio National Park, the Rio Celeste is a must-see destination for nature lovers, hikers and…

La Amistad International Park – parque internacional la Amistad – in southern Costa Rica, is a region of exceptional ecological wealth and global conservation importance. Spanning the territories of Costa Rica and Panama, it embodies a unique cross-border collaboration for the protection of one of the planet’s most diverse ecosystems. With a surface area of…

Located in the north of Costa Rica, Rincon de la Vieja National Park stretches some 25 km northeast of the town of Liberia, capital of Guanacaste province. Its 14,000 hectares are made up of 9 active craters, where you can enjoy exceptional views of Lake Nicaragua (to the north), the Pacific (to the west) and…

Arenal Volcano National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most popular destinations. Famous for its volcano, which was active until 2010, the park offers spectacular scenery and exceptional biodiversity. At the foot of the volcano, the small town of La Fortuna is a natural tourist attraction, with a view of the colossus that cannot be…

Manuel Antonio National Park, located in the central Pacific Ocean, is one of the most visited parks in the country. Its easy access, geographical location, ecosystems and beaches are no strangers to the park.

 Rincon de la Vieja National Park situation Rincon de la Vieja National Park is located in the north of the country, close to the Nicaraguan border. It is just a few miles from Liberia, in the Guanacaste region, which straddles the Pacific and Atlantic slopes, giving it a highly variable climate. It is divided into…

Guanacaste National Park, a true jewel of Costa Rican biodiversity, covers a vast area of tropical dry forests, majestic volcanoes and wild coastline. This natural sanctuary is one of Costa Rica’s UNESCO World Heritage Parks, offering a unique insight into the ecological wealth of Central America. It’s a relatively little-visited park in Costa Rica, despite…