Costa Rica South Pacific Coast... Exuberant nature
Large masses of humid tropical forest that harbor unique species existing on the planet, an abundant marine diversity, the highest peak in the country, an indigenous legacy that holds mysteries as captivating as the Pre-Colombian stone spheres and ancient cultures that still today conserve their traditions, make all part of what Costa Rica's Southern Pacific offers. Its remoteness from the Central Valley turns this area into one of the last colonization barriers of the country, allowing the conservation of important forests such as Corcovado National Park, last haven of humid tropical forest in the Mesoamerican Pacific coast; and La Amistad International Park (Costa Rica-Panama), declared natural patrimony site by UNESCO.
Costa Rica South Pacific Coast also possesses the country's largest swamp extension, the Sierpe Terraba wetlands, of great scenic beauty; it also contains unique ecosystems, such as the Chirripo National Park glacial lakes, where the Chirripo Hill is 3820 meters high (12.400 Ft), Costa Rica's highest peak; and Dulce Gulf, which scientists consider a true tropical fjord, unique in the world for its richness of species.
Osa Peninsula covers most of the Costa Rica South Pacific Coast, and constitutes an area of great natural attraction that, together with the Talamanca Mountain Range, represents one of the first land formations that emerged in Central America. Both are places of great biological diversity. Given that the peninsula was an island in the past, it possesses unique endemic species of wildlife, in addition to those migratory species of North and South America. Its tropical forests harbor trees of up to 70 meters high, (over 200 Ft) wood species of great value, and the largest populations of endangered animals including felines and scarlet macaws. In the upper slopes of the Talamanca Mountain Range, the Paramo ecosystem harbors highly attractive species like the resplendent quetzal and others.
Osa and Talamanca are also home to the country's main indigenous tribes of Meso-American and South American influence. Indigenous vestiges such as the stone spheres are also characteristic of the region. Some of the most famous spheres have been found on Cano Island, near the coast of Drake Bay, one of the country's best diving spots. Its clear waters, witness the migration of marine species like the humpback whale, spotted and bottle nose dolphins, and the green leatherback turtle.
The countless beaches bathing the Costa Rica South Pacific Coast are surrounded by exuberant nature and their sands possess the most diverse tonalities. Some are sought after for surfing, like Dominical Beach, near the Ballena Marine National Park, and Pavones Beach, famous for having the world's longest left-hand tubes. Others are solitary beaches, ideal for serious walkers seeking solitude and communion with nature. Rivers and waterfalls supplement the natural landscape and the charm of this region.
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