A remote area for an immersive nature experience

The Osa Peninsula is one of Costa Rica’s most remote and biologically rich regions.

Tucked away in the southwest, it’s home to the vast Corcovado National Park, an unspoiled expanse of primary rainforest, mangroves, rivers, and coastline that shelters around 2.5% of the planet’s biodiversity. It’s an extraordinary place to experience Costa Rica at its most raw and natural.

Wildlife here is nothing short of spectacular. You’re likely to spot all four of Costa Rica’s native monkey species, including the endangered Central American squirrel monkey, as well as sloths, toucans, scarlet macaws, and tapirs. The elusive jaguar still roams these forests, though sightings are rare. Off the coast, the waters of the Golfo Dulce and the Pacific are teeming with marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, and whales.

Whale watching is one of the region’s highlights. Humpback whales migrate here from both the northern and southern hemispheres, making the Osa one of the few places in the world with two whale seasons. The best time to spot them is between July and October, when southern humpbacks arrive to breed and give birth in the warm, sheltered waters. A shorter season also runs from December to March, with northern humpbacks visiting the region.

Whether you’re exploring rainforest trails or heading out on a boat trip, the Osa Peninsula offers a rewarding and immersive nature experience, perfect for those looking to venture off the beaten path.