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Places To See -
Parks, Reserves and Protected Areas
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Location: 93 km (58 mi.) northeast of San Jose
See San Jose Tourism Region
Size: 13,800 acres
Max. Elevation: 2,000 feet above sea level
Date of Creation: January 1971
Part of: Central Volcanic Conservation Area
About :
The La Selva Reserve is managed by the The Organization for Tropical Studies. It is a research center devoted to the study of all aspects of the rainforest. It's a popular gathering place for scientists and students, so visitors should make their reservations early if they hope to be received.
Weather:Average annual temperature: 80ºF
Precipitation: 150 inches annual average
Activities: Hiking and scientific research opportunities are offered in La Selva.
Facilities:Dormitory-style lodging and a cafeteria are located here.
Trails: There are marked trails and bilingual guides are available.
Flora & Fauna:
The reserve is home to 400 species of local and migratory birds, 450 varieties of trees and 113 species of mammals, all of them accessible along miles of trails leading through the primary forest, abandoned plantations and pasturelands.
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Fees and Schedule: Entrance Fee: $20 (lunch included)
Getting There:
Follow the Limon Highway through the Braulio Carrillo National Park and about five miles after crossing the Sucio River, turn left towards Puerto Viejo. About 2 miles prior to reaching Puerto Viejo, the entrance to the station is well-marked.
Bus: From San José, take the Río Frío Puerto Viejo bus, ask the driver to drop you off at the road leading to the Estacion, two km (1.2 mi.) away. The OTS also runs a weekly bus from San Jose, but it is reserved for researchers and students.
Contact info: The Organization for Tropical Studies
506-2-240- 6696
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