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Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve

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.

Carara National Park Outing

Carara is a separate protected-area outing north of Jacó. Its forest spans Garabito in Puntarenas and Turrubares in San José. Use authorized visitor routes and confirm current entry arrangements before setting out.

La Fortuna Rainforest Patterns

On a permitted forest route, search for leaf shapes, water droplets and roots. Draw what you notice and leave plants, fungi and small animals where they belong.

Manuel Antonio National Park

Forest paths, coastal views and beaches meet in this protected area. Plan admission through SINAC and follow current entry instructions. Choose open routes suited to your group and let wildlife remain wild: watch quietly without feeding or approaching animals.

Tapantí National Park — Orosi Sector

Follow designated rainforest trails near Orosi and look for changing forest textures and river scenery.

Caño Island Biological Reserve

Discover an offshore protected area through authorized boat excursions. Confirm landing and marine activity rules.

Los Quetzales National Park

Discover highland forest around the Dota region. Follow authorized trails; wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Isla San Lucas National Park

San Lucas is a separate boat outing in the Gulf of Nicoya. It combines protected habitat with a former prison’s difficult history. Confirm SINAC booking, authorized transport and suitability for your family before planning the visit.

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.

Rincón de la Vieja as a Separate Outing

A national park visit is an inland excursion from Liberia, not part of a short city walk. Confirm the intended visitor sector, current booking and trail access with SINAC. Stay within authorized areas around volcanic features.

Caring for Coco’s Bay

Small visitor choices support the places people come to enjoy. Secure your rubbish, leave shells and wildlife in place and keep clear of fragile coastal habitat. Ask local hosts how to take part in any current organized stewardship activity.

City Nature in San José

Parks, trees and green public spaces help make nature visible within the capital. Choose one leaf shape or bird call to investigate together. Observe without collecting, feeding animals or entering planted areas.

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