Costa Rica Wildlife
One of the 20 most biologically diverse countries in the world, Costa Rica boasts only 0.03% of the earth's total land mass. It is home to more than 500,000 animal species, which represent an incredible 4% of the world's total species.
To protect its grand assortment of wildlife, Costa Rica has declared 26% of its total acreage as protected. These protected lands provide safe habitats for many of the world's endangered species, including the Titi monkey, great jaguar and leatherback turtle. Learn more about Costa Rica's wildlife:
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A Beautiful Sunrise & the Ride Home
Sport Fishing Success & a Canal Tour
Wildlife Viewing and Green Sea Turtles
Dual Country Diving the Caribbean Coast
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November Activities in Costa Rica:
Montezuma Int'l Film Festival Nov. 12-15
Leatherback turtles nesting in Las Baulas Park
Peak whale watching season in Drake Bay
Coffee Picking in the Orosi Valley
Whitewater rafting on the Sarapiqui River
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Featured Destination
Featured Destination: Tortuguero is nestled in the wet tropical forest on Costa Rica’s
Northern Caribbean Coast. This tranquil destination is famous for the
thousands of sea turtles that nest there year after year. Surrounded by
lush vegetation alive with spectacular animals, the area is a delight
for wildlife enthusiasts.
The village’s 22 miles of protected beaches comprise the world’s second most important nesting site of green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas). From July through October, visitors can join a guided turtle tour to observe some of the thousands of giant reptiles nesting on the beach. Read More
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Adventure Activities
Costa Rica is both an adventure playground and a relaxing haven. Satisfy your inner adrenaline desires by flying through the forest on a canopy tour at 60 mph, canyoning down cascading waterfalls, or windsurfing over white-capped waves.