Corcovado National Park

Corcovado National Park

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White-Faced Capuchins resting during the midday heat by Marek Stefunko
Costa Rica|North America
94
Wildlife
42
Access
62
Stay
69
Safety
92
Photo
88
Crowds
60
Cost
97
Birding

Corcovado National Park is one of the best lowland rainforest wildlife destinations in Central America, with a strong sense of intact forest, coastline, and remote trail based exploration. It is especially good for monkeys, tapirs, scarlet macaws, and broad rainforest immersion.

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Wildlife Species

Baird Tapir

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Morning or Evening

Scarlet Macaw

Common

Bird · Best time: Morning

White-lipped Peccary

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Spider Monkey

Common

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Geography

Terrain
Lowland rainforest, mangroves, beaches, rivers
Elevation
Sea level to 745m
Climate
Humid tropical
Area
About 424 km2

Weather

Best Months
JanuaryFebruaryMarchApril
Avg. Temperature
23-32°C
Rainfall
Lower in dry season
Humidity
75-100%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

Puerto Jimenez or Drake Bay access

Reached by local flight, boat, and hiking routes

Transport
  • Boat to Sirena sector
  • Guided park hiking
  • Remote lodge stays

Where to Stay

Lodges in Drake Bay and Puerto Jimenez

Mid-range to Premium

Lodge · Gateway bases

Remote eco lodges near the park boundary

Premium

Eco Lodge · Near trail access

Location

8.5400, -83.5700View larger map

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