Plug Tortuguero into Waze and it will happily route you somewhere. It will not route you there. No road reaches …
Santa Rosa National Park: History, Dry Forest, and Witch’s Rock in One Costa Rica Park
Most travelers to Guanacaste drive right past it on their way to the beach. That’s their mistake. Santa Rosa is …
Visiting Lomas Barbudal Biological Reserve in Costa Rica
If you are planning a trip to Guanacaste and want something quieter than the usual hot springs, beach clubs, and …
How to Buy Costa Rica National Park Tickets Online
Costa Rica’s national parks offer direct access to rainforests, volcanoes, and beaches, but many now require online tickets through the …
Corcovado National Park: Costa Rica’s Best Spot for Wildlife and Nature
Corcovado National Park, tucked away on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, is a raw slice of nature’s finest work. Often dubbed …
Visting Guayabo National Monument: Costa Rica’s Ancient City
Guayabo National Monument is one of Costa Rica’s hidden treasures. This archaeological site, home to the ruins of a major …
Visiting Costa Rica’s Cano Island: The Ultimate Guide
Cano Island, off the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica, is a destination surrounded by coral reefs and clear Pacific waters. …
Guide to Tapantí National Park: Costa Rica’s Rainforest Haven
Located in the Orosi Valley, Tapantí National Park—formally Tapantí-Macizo de la Muerte National Park—covers 58,495 hectares of tropical rainforests and …
Protected Lands in Costa Rica: A Guide to Conservation and Ecotourism
Costa Rica dedicates nearly 28% of its land to protected areas, a significant commitment for a country of just 51,100 …
A Guide to Exploring Carara National Park in Costa Rica
Located where the dry forests of Costa Rica’s Pacific north meet the steamy jungles of the southern coast, Carara National …
Braulio Carrillo National Park: Costa Rica’s Wild Heart Near San José
Imagine swapping San José’s buzz for a rainforest so lush it feels like stepping into a nature documentary. That’s Braulio …
Visiting Costa Rica’s Ballena National Marine Park
Ballena National Marine Park is a hidden gem on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. It’s a tropical paradise for nature lovers. …