This magnificent tropical wilderness domain is one of the last major old-growth rainforests in Central America.Encompassing more than 54,000 land hectares and 2,400 of ocean, Corcovado National Park is a lush realm of misty cloud forests, oak woodlands, deep swamps, hot sandy beaches, and impenetrable rainforests.
More than 500 tree species occur here, in an incredibly diverse array of habitats that are home to 367 species of birds, 140 species of mammals, 51 species of amphibians, 64 species of reptiles, 40 species of freshwater fish, and more than 6,000 species of insects.
Crocodiles, jaguars, pumas, white-lipped peccaries, and howler monkeys roam the forests, while hummingbirds, parakeets, and scarlet macaws enliven the skies.
Activities include dayhiking, extended wilderness backpacking, beach swimming, snorkeling, and wildlife observation.
More than 500 tree species occur here, in an incredibly diverse array of habitats that are home to 367 species of birds, 140 species of mammals, 51 species of amphibians, 64 species of reptiles, 40 species of freshwater fish, and more than 6,000 species of insects.
Crocodiles, jaguars, pumas, white-lipped peccaries, and howler monkeys roam the forests, while hummingbirds, parakeets, and scarlet macaws enliven the skies.
Activities include dayhiking, extended wilderness backpacking, beach swimming, snorkeling, and wildlife observation.