2 weeks ago on March 13, 2024, Guanacaste Conservation Area (GCA) resumed of camp site For visitors near Playa Naranjo (Orange Beach).
Playa Naranjo is located within Santa Rosa National Park. It is part of a vast 147,000 hectare protected area in northwestern Costa Rica. UNESCO World Heritage Site. It aims to provide a place where tourists can disconnect from modernity and connect with nature in a protected wild area.
The term “hidden gem” is overused, but how else to describe a national park that has so much to offer, yet you only get to see it? 33,184 registered visitors in 2023?
of Best time to visit Costa Rica It may vary depending on region and climate. Peak season in most parts of Costa Rica ends in April, but the northern regions usually remain dry until the end of May.
Claudia Silva, President Ruta Nortea tourism initiative covering the four provinces of Costa Rica’s northern border; Origins Lodgeexplains that the dry season in the north begins with the flowering of the golden trumpet tree (cortes amarillo in Spanish).
“This year, the yellow flowers started blooming in mid-February, much later than in the south, where the dry season started in mid-December. Even in May, we always enjoy good weather.”
by Costa Rica Tourism Association, In 2023, the number of visitors to Costa Rica was 2,751,134. Of these, 1,473,620 participants were from the United States.
However, fewer than 2% of visitors visited Santa Rosa National Park. This park is a largely unspoilt oasis for those who want to escape the crowds and discover one of Costa Rica’s hidden treasures.
Find adventure and nature in Playa Naranjo and beyond
Vast site spanning approximately 200 square miles santa rosa national park There are countless locations and areas to explore.
Surfers will already know about Playa Naranjo and its famous Witch’s Rock, or Roca Bruja, as it was mentioned in a 1994 surfing documentary. Endless Summer II. So when is the best time to catch bigger swells? Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing in Playa Naranjo I recommend summer, that is, July.
Playa Nansite is one of two unique places in Costa Rica. Olive ridley sea turtle migration (Spanish arribada). Thousands of turtles have been seen laying eggs all at once, just 1 km away. Each season, this beach is inhabited by 3-4 arribadas, resulting in the formation of about 70,000 nests and the birth of about 3 million chicks a year.
The Murciélago Islands, also known as the Bat Islands, are made up of five islands and 10 islets, all of which are a haven for endangered bull sharks and marine manta rays.The menacing bull shark can reach up to 10 feet long, making diving difficult. Recommended for experienced users.
Santa Elena Bay Marine Protected Areas 2018.The closest community is Quadnikilla small fishing village that offers scuba diving and snorkeling tours in the bay and kayaking in the nearby mangrove forests.
One of the most breathtaking sights on the bay is the devil ray jump. From December to February, schools of up to 30 stingrays leap in unison, performing spectacular acrobatic feats.
The Santa Elena Peninsula is also a popular spot for whale watching.by International Whaling CommissionHumpback whales migrate to the bay from July to November to mate and give birth to the next generation.
In addition to natural splendor, national parks also offer historical attractions.of La Casona History Museum It displays artifacts and tells the story of the Battle of Costa Rica.
Beyond the boundaries of Santa Rosa National Park
Those traveling beyond Santa Rosa National Park can explore Guanacaste National Park, Rincon de la Vieja National Park, Horizontes Forest Station, and Bahia Junquiral Wildlife Reserve, which are all part of the GCA.
GCA estimates that this region is home to 65% of Costa Rica’s species, representing 2.6% of the world’s total biodiversity.
To put these numbers into perspective, the GCA is home to 7,000 plant species, 900 vertebrate species, over 40 bat species, 600 bird species, countless reptiles, amphibians, sea turtles, 20,000 beetles, ants, bees, wasps, and 8,000 species. It is home to various species of butterflies and moths.
In addition to diverse flora and fauna, Rincon de la Vieja National Park There are also at least nine volcanic craters and 32 rivers, and the area is dotted with volcanic mud pits, steam vents, natural hot springs, and several hot springs. waterfall.
Ruta Norte — explore the four border states
The Northern Route (Ruta Norte in Spanish) is a tourism initiative created by the seven tourism chambers that currently make up “La Federation Ruta Norte”.
Ms. Silva, head of the initiative, recalled the cooperation realized after the end of the pandemic to support rural tourism, family businesses and micro-entrepreneurs in the four border states of La Cruz, where Santa Rosa National Park is located. ), Upala, Guatuso, Los Chiles.
At the end of 2022, these communities came together and a nearly 400-square-mile corridor along the Nicaraguan border represented a region affectionately known as “Undiscovered Costa Rica” (Costa Rica Desconocida in Spanish).
Shared by Upala and Guatuso states tenorio national park. It features cloud forests, a warm climate, and impressive landscapes such as Rio Celeste Falls and magical turquoise water fountains. This popular whitewater is perfect for adventurous water activities such as rafting, tubing, and canyoning.
Los Chili’s is the gateway. Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve, a wetland formed by the Rio Frio. Here, local guides identify nearly 400 native and migratory bird species, representing about 40% of all bird species. birds of costa rica. In addition to the feathered family, this biodiverse area is also home to other wildlife such as caimans, iguanas, monkeys, jaguars, and fish.
Claudia Silva, President Ruta Norte and general manager Origins Lodge, added, “These regions share a unified business vision and a true passion for wildlife conservation, and are ready to share Costa Rica’s hidden wonders with the world.” Silva also believes that attracting hundreds of tourists to Ruta Norte will benefit the region’s more than 400 micro-entrepreneurial businesses and more than 2,000 direct and indirect employees.
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