Osa Peninsula
National Geographic called the Osa the most biologically intense place on Earth, and Corcovado National Park backs the boast: scarlet macaws in pairs overhead, tapirs snoozing behind the beach, all four Costa Rican monkey species arguing in the canopy.
- Best forTropical
- Approx. flying time~6h from Los Angeles
- Nearest airportPuerto Jimenez (PJM)

About this place
Access is by boat or on foot with a licensed guide — book one well ahead, since park permits are capped daily. December to April keeps the trails passable.
Featured in Ten wild tropical trips for animal lovers
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Los Angeles Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
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