A longer outing from Santa Teresa leads to Cabo Blanco’s authorized visitor sector near Cabuya. The reserve protects forest and coastal habitat. Confirm current access, open trails and visitor requirements with SINAC before planning your day.
Cabo Blanco Forest Walks
Within Cabo Blanco’s visitor area, permitted forest trails offer opportunities to notice tree shapes, leaf litter and bird calls. Choose an open route suited to your group’s walking ability. Bring water and follow the ranger’s return-time and access instructions.
Montezuma Turtle Conservation
ASVO’s Montezuma station connects coastal conservation with community work and sea-turtle protection. Learn about its current projects and how participation is arranged. Volunteering and educational visits require coordination; turtle sightings and hatchling releases are not guaranteed visitor events.
Curú Wildlife Refuge
Toward Paquera, Curú is a longer day outing with forest trails, mangroves and coastal habitat. Ask the refuge which routes are currently open and appropriate for your group. Some trails may close, and wildlife sightings depend on conditions.
Playa Ostional
Nearby Ostional is a sea-turtle nesting beach in Santa Cruz canton. Olive ridley turtles sometimes arrive in large nesting events called arribadas. These follow nature’s timing, so arrange visits through current refuge guidance rather than expecting a guaranteed sighting.
Sibu Wildlife Sanctuary
Sibu offers educational visits about Nosara’s wildlife and the animals in its care. Learn why habitat protection and reducing human-made hazards matter. Visits require advance booking; the sanctuary lists a minimum age of five and prohibits touching or handling wildlife.
Playa Pelada Tide Pools
At low tide, rocky sections of Pelada reveal small pools where coastal life may be visible. Observe from secure, dry footing with an adult. Leave animals untouched and watch the incoming tide; a tide pool is not automatically a safe swimming pool.
Nosara Estuary
Where the river meets the sea, mangroves and shifting channels create habitat for birds and other wildlife. A guided boat or kayak outing offers a closer look. Confirm current conditions and never swim or wade across the river mouth.
Ostional Wildlife Refuge
This protected coastal area includes Guiones, Pelada, Playa Nosara and nearby Ostional. It connects beach time with conservation: nesting turtles and other wildlife depend on the same shoreline people enjoy. Follow current refuge rules and authorized-guide requirements.
Nosara Biological Reserve
Beside Lagarta Lodge, this private reserve brings dry forest and mangrove habitat together. Guided walks offer opportunities to notice roots, leaves and birdlife. Ask the reserve about visitor access and current trail arrangements; wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.