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Costa Rica may be famous for its pristine beaches and lush rainforests, but it’s also home to numerous gardens that produce a wide variety of tropical fruits. On your Costa Rica tours, it would be a crime not to sample all these gustatory wonders. When traveling in Costa Rica, visit the weekend farmers’ markets –…

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…

Corcovado is often considered one of the jewels of Costa Rica’s national parks. Its remoteness and isolation help preserve unspoiled nature, providing the ideal setting for a romantic getaway away from the crowds. Nature lovers will be impressed by the park’s diverse ecosystems, which include tropical rainforests, mangroves, deserted beaches and crystal-clear rivers. Like Tortuguero…

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…

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,…

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….

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