Why the Osa Peninsula?
You’ll find the Osa Peninsula jutting out into the glorious Pacific Ocean in the southern part of Costa Rica, where the land is thick with rainforest. Much of the rainforest falls within the Parque Nacional Corcovado and is the last great tract of virgin tropical rainforest in Pacific Central America. The region is home to half of all species in Costa Rica including giant anteater, Baird’s tapir and big cats including jaguar.
Short walking trails around the ranger stations are sure to yield exciting wildlife sightings, but if you’re fit and determined, it’s well worth heading into the park’s interior. Over a challenging two-day hike, your odds of seeing Costa Rica’s big cats – and impressive birds like the endangered Harpy eagle – are greatly increased. Elsewhere on Osa, you can hike the 17-kilometre Bahia Drake trail, which is accessible only by speed boat through the mangroves.
Short walking trails around the ranger stations are sure to yield exciting wildlife sightings, but if you’re fit and determined, it’s well worth heading into the park’s interior. Over a challenging two-day hike, your odds of seeing Costa Rica’s big cats – and impressive birds like the endangered Harpy eagle – are greatly increased. Elsewhere on Osa, you can hike the 17-kilometre Bahia Drake trail, which is accessible only by speed boat through the mangroves.
- Most remote region of Costa Rica.
- Untouched rainforests are home to incredible biodiversity.
- See jaguar, tapir, giant anteater and more.
- Incredible birdwatching including Harpy eagle.
- Gentle hikes or more adventurous routes.
- Opportunities for diving and kayaking.
Best Places to Stay in the Osa Peninsula
El Remanso
The diverse myriad of coastal, river and rainforest habitats of the unique Oso Peninsular provides the setting for the El Remanso Lodge. It is the perfect spot to immerse yourself in the abundance of nature in Costa Rica’s most biodiverse region.
Lapa Rios
Lapa Rios will always have the distinction of being Costa Rica’s first, and therefore trailblazing, eco-lodge. It has not rested on its laurels, and has maintained the highest of standards in comfort, sustainability and guest experiences of the abundant nature of this area.
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We are a boutique travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.We are a boutique travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.
Who are Journeysmiths?
An experienced team of well-travelled individuals, passionate about crafting journeys that are as exceptional as they are personal, while maximising our positive impact on the places in which we work.
Why Travel With Us?
While the evolution of travel and technology has seen much change at Journeysmiths over the years, our fundamental beliefs about the perfect holiday have not.
Positive Impact Mission
Journeysmiths mission is to inspire and expand peoples horizons through exceptional travel experiences, while preserving the natural world for future generations.
Private Journeys Tailored to You
We are a boutique travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.We are a boutique travel specialist. For over 30 years we have been crafting the finest tailor-made holidays to the world’s wild places. Your time is precious and with a world to see, we understand the importance of getting it absolutely right for you every time.
Who are Journeysmiths?
An experienced team of well-travelled individuals, passionate about crafting journeys that are as exceptional as they are personal, while maximising our positive impact on the places in which we work.
Why Travel With Us?
While the evolution of travel and technology has seen much change at Journeysmiths over the years, our fundamental beliefs about the perfect holiday have not.
Positive Impact Mission
Journeysmiths mission is to inspire and expand peoples horizons through exceptional travel experiences, while preserving the natural world for future generations.
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