Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
TOP FIVE SPOTS TO WATCH WILDLIFE
Parque Nacional Corcovado
At the heart of the Península de Osa, this is the country's
richest wildlife area.
Área de Conservación Guanacaste, Santa Rosa sector
The tropical dry forest along the
Pacific coast harbors a unique ecosystem.
Parque Nacional Tortuguero
Canals and waterways provide excellent bird-watching.
Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Caño Negro
Expansive wetlands provide a refuge for
reptiles and avians alike.
Monteverde
and
Santa Elena
These reserves provide unique insight into the cloud-forest
ecosystem.
Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
Laguna de Arenal is the nation's undisputed windsurfing (and kitesurfing) center. From
December to April winds are strong and steady, averaging 20 knots in the dry season, often
with maximum winds of 30 knots, and windless days are a rarity. The lake has a year-
round water temperature of 18°C (64°F) to 21°C (70°F) with 1m-high swells.
For warmer water (but more inconsistent winds), try Puerto Soley in the Bahía Salinas.