Costa Rica Southern Pacific Coast

From the air, Costa Rica Southern Pacific Coast is like a sea of green and blue with a border of white sand between. The Río Sierpe snakes through this imposing expanse, creating the sensation of a mini Amazon.

To the north Cerro chirripó borders Costa Rica Southern Pacific Coast, and as the highest peak in southern Central America at 12.603 feet, it´s a formidable border indeed. La Amistad flows southward to Panamá and the land falls eastward to the sea and coastal regions such as Dominical, Playa Ballena, and Playa Uvita and beyond. The Peninsula de Osa is one of the most remote areas in Costa Rica. The area is host to an incredibly rich array of wildlife and virgin rainforest, with nearly half of the peninsula comprising either National Park or other forms of protected land.

The majority of visitors enter to Costa Rica Southern Pacific Coast by either boat or plane. Drake Bay, which lies along the western shores of peninsula, is accessed by boat along the Río Sierpe. This is a fascinating trip along nearly 37.000 acres of mangrove swamp, with ample opportunity for spotting water bird. As the boat approaches the mouth of the Pacific, it becomes clear why it is recommended to only takes this voyage with a local, experienced boatman. As you ease out into the open water, waiting for just the right opportunity to pass between large rocks and swirling current, there is a negotiation with the waves that´s astounding to watch.

Once out at sea the boat eases back into the calmer waters of the bay, where at different times of the year it´s possible to see four types of whales and two types of dolphin. If you´re traveling to Costa Rica Southern Pacific Coast in July, you might find yourself surrounded by a cloud of luminescent jade wings. “Urania fulgens” is a migratory day flying moth, and it´s difficult to describe the almost childlike joy at watching these green jewels flutter above the waves.

The Drake Bay area boasts a variety of lodging for different styles and budgets. All are built in a low impact style, and many offer services such as snorkeling and diving, guided trips to Corcovado National Park and Cano Island Biological Reserve, as well as world class sport fishing.