Corcovado Highlights and Drake Bay
(7 Days / 6 Nights) Price from: $ 1,625.00
Inquire NowCorcovado National Park has been described as the Amazon of Costa Rica, with one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world. It is a wild region, with an abundance of rare wildlife, and the last area of primary forest on a Pacific coastline in Central America. Corcovado National Park contains approximately 140 species of mammals, 367 birds, 117 amphibians and reptiles, 40 types of freshwater fish, and it is estimated that there are some 6,000 types of insects. It is common to see large herds of white-lipped peccary, as well as howler, spider and squirrel monkeys.
It is a very hot, humid climate that enables the forest to grow to heights of 70 meters and contain a fourth of the tree species of Costa Rica.
The park is sanctuary to the largest population of scarlet macaws in the country, many of which are easily accessible from the Sirena station or along the beach. Other species of birds found here are the king vulture, white hawk, short-billed pigeon, tovi parakeet and bronze-tailed sicklebill. In addition, the park protects several endangered species including large cats and reptiles. Moreover, it is home to several species of birds, which are either endemic or whose distribution is very restricted.
Day 1 Osa Peninsula: By lunchtime, you should arrive at Puerto Jiménez.
The 1 ½ hour transfer is leading along beautiful remote beaches and through rainforest. to Carate, the wildest and most remote region on the mainland, a nature beauty, with trees full of monkeys and scarlet macaws with the highest concentration of breeding in the world! The tents face the ocean and are nestled under coconut trees. Where else can you wake up in the rainforest with the sound of waves crashing only steps away?
Accommodation: Leona Eco Tentcamp. [dinner]
Day 2 Carate Beach
After your morning swim in the Pacific, hike to a view point in the rainforest. Enjoy the impressive overview of lush rain forest and the Pacific Ocean. Hike back to lodge.
Accommodation: Leona Eco Tentcamp. [Breakfast, Lunch, dinner]
Day 3 Corcovado National Park: Corcovado National Park has one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world.
It is a wild region, with an abundance of rare wildlife, and the last area of primary forest on a Pacific coastline in Central America. The climate is very hot and humid which enables the trees to grow to heights of 70 meters. The park contains a fourth of the tree species of Costa Rica. Corcovado National Park encompasses eight habitats from mangrove swamp to rain forest. The park protects over 400 species of birds, 116 species of amphibians and reptiles and 139 mammals. Corcovado is one of the only two places in the country that harbor squirrel monkeys. It is one of the last stands for the harpy eagle. Four species of sea turtles nest on the parks beaches.
Accommodation: Shelter at Sirena Ranger Station. [Breakfast, Boxlunch and Dinner]
Day 4 Sirena Ranger Station:
Your base camp overlooks a spectacular, wild tropical beach surrounded by vast rain forest wilderness. Habitat of jaguar, tapir, squirrel monkey, peccaries, and a healthy population of scarlet macaws, this is one of the best places in Central America to watch wildlife. Today you hike and explore the surrounding environment including a night walk with flashlights in search of nocturnal wildlife.
Accommodation: Shelter at Sirena Ranger Station. [Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner]
Day 5 San Pedrillo:
In the morning, boat picks you up at the Ranger Station in Sirena and along lush rainforest and past flocks of Scarlet macaws and exciting river mouths you arrive Rangerstation San Pedrillo. Enjoy the hike to an extraordinary waterfall. Arrival at Jinetes de Osa Lodge in the afternoon, located on the untouched beaches in the southwest of the peninsula. Catch the sunset from the front porch of your beach front tent and listen for the howler monkeys calling in the distance.
Accommodation: Jinetes de Osa Lodge or similar. [Breakfast and Dinner]
Day 6 Caño Island:
Caño Island is an ancient mountain between 40 and 50 million years old. The island is the site of a pre-columbian cemetery and is of great archeological importance. Many artifacts can still be found, such as the round stone spheres made by former native Indian peoples. Fresh water springs spill clear water over cliffs, creating waterfalls along the miles of coral sand beaches ringing the island. While snorkeling, you will enjoy viewing the great variety of fish,including huge porcupine fish, as well as populations of mollusks, crustaceans and other invertebrates which abound in the crystal clear,turquoise coastal water and tital pools. Five corals platforms can be found offshore, in which 15 species of stony coral have been identified. On the boat ride to the island, boobies and frigate birds, humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and sailfish are often sighted. After your arrival to Caño Island, you will be guided to the cemetery site and a waterfall. Upon returning to the coral sand beach, a picnic will be served and you are free to explore the aquatic and terrestrial treasures on and around Caño Island.
Accommodation: Jinetes de Osa Lodge or similar. [Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner]
Day 7 San José:
Boat cruise on the Sierpe River through a reserve representing 90% of the country´s mangrove swamps. After arrival in Sierpe, a taxi will drop you off at Palmar Sur air strip ( Flight not included ). (Breakfast]. End of Service
Includes:
- Day 1 Transfer to Carate. Overnight: Leona Tent Camp. (dinner)
- Day 2 Hike Mirador in Carate. Overnight: Leona Tent Camp
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Day 3 Hike from Carate to Sirena. Overnight: Sirena Shelter at National Park
- (Breakfast, Boxlunch, Dinner) Hikes around Sirena.
- Day 4 Overnight: Sirena Shelter at National Park
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Day 5 Boat transfer from Sirena to San Pedrillo Waterfall Hike
- Boat transfer to Drake Bay Overnight: Drake Bay Area
- (Breakfast, Dinner)
- Day 6 Tour Caño Island Overnight: Drake Bay Area
- (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Day 7 Time to swim
- (Breakfast) - Transfer to airport end of services
- Transport at Peninsula
- Naturalist guide
- 6 overnights
- Meals
- National Park fees
- Corcovado hikes
- Caño Island tour
Excludes:
- Personal expenses
Price Conditions:
7 days/6 nights Corcovado Highlight Trek
Transfers on the Peninsula, meals,
naturalist guide, 6 overnights, NP entrance fees
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What To Bring:
The most important things to bring are your travel documents: a valid passport, flight and hotel information, health insurance card and driver's license (if you plan on renting a car in Costa Rica). We advise you to make three copies of these documents. Put one copy in your carry-on bag, one copy in your suitcase and leave one copy at home.
Basic Tropical forests, colorful wildlife and spectacular beaches are part of daily life in Costa Rica. The climate varies depending on where you are, so pack accordingly.
1 Prepare for hot, humid summers. Shorts, T-shirts, sundresses, skirts and tank tops in lightweight fabrics should keep you cool. Take a sweater for evenings at a higher elevation.
2 Bring plenty of sunblock. Also include insect repellent, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and a swimsuit.
3 Take rubber-soled sandals or hiking boots for journeys into the rain forests. Flip-flops and sandals are great for resorts and hanging out by the beach.
4 Pack separate clothes for evenings. Simple dresses are great for women, while men will do well in long shorts and a button-down shirt.
5 Prepare for cool winters, particularly in the northern regions and at higher elevations. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts are a must, while a fleece jacket or a sweater is advisable.
6 Take an umbrella if you plan to travel between May and November - Costa Rica's wettest period. A rain slicker will come in handy while hiking.
7 Take an electric converter and adapter.
