South Pacific Region

The South Pacific Region is like the Outback of Costa Rica. It is characterized by lush Tropical Rain Forest and an abundance of fresh water springs converging into rivers and estuaries that run into the Pacific Ocean. The mouth of these rivers become “brackish” as salt water from the sea enters with the flowing tides. This is where you will find the amazing Mangrove Forests, trees that grow in shallow brackish water. The bio-diversity of this region is especially noteworthy on the Osa Peninsula where 0.6% of the worlds species can be found. Here you will find about 400 species of birds, 139 species of mammals, and 116 species of amphibians. Corcovado National Park provides tourists a great opportunity to experience the wonders of the rain forest with educated naturalist guides who take you through trails surrounded by primary tropical forest to large cascading waterfalls.

The southern Pacific coast is a great place to find immaculate beaches with little to no inhabitants. The waves are favorable for surfing in certain locations, while other areas are more appreciated for their natural beauty and neighboring landscapes. There are some good snorkel spots like Cano Island just off the shore of Drake Bay, and a very unique spot for deep sea diving is Coco Island, located 300 miles/ 480 km to the south west.