Top 9 Forests in Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica

*It is always advised to call ahead in case Finca Cántaros must close unexpectedly for special circumstances* Finca Cantaros is a 17.3-acre private nature reserve about 2 km south of the town of San Vito. Enjoy grand vistas of the surrounding Coto Brus countryside & Talamanca Mountains; walk the trails through gardens and secondary forests; relax in one of several ranchos/shelters; bird watch; view several archaeological objects on the grounds close to Laguna Zoncho, a natural wetland with aquatic birds. Entry fees. Foreign visitors: $6.50/adult, $3.25/adolescent (12-17), under 12 free. Residents: ¢2000/adult, ¢1250/adolescent (12-17), under 12 free. The owners also maintain a store of selected crafts and other artisanal products of Costa Rica as well as crafts from Central and South America. Proceeds of store purchases as well as entrance fees help defray the expenses of maintaining the nature reserve.

Birding and Nature Tours, Central Pacific - Manuel Antonio

El Bosque Preserve is a 23-acre forest set aside for conservation with gardens, trails and daily tours for small groups, which is great if you are looking for a less touristy, and more authentic ecotourism experience. El Bosque is part of the Biological Corridor Pajaro Campana, which is extremely important for the survival of many highly endangered species such as the Resplendent Quetzal, the Three-Wattled Bellbird and many other creatures that come here for food supply when the wild avocados are no longer found in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. When you take part in a small group tour with El Bosque, you are not only getting a more personal, less touristy experience, but more importantly, you are actively participating in the conservation of this critically important corridor.

We are an excellent option for rural tourism, we offer accommodation in rustic rooms with balcony, private bathroom and hot water, guided hiking trails, gazebos, suspension bridges, cable ferry, typical food prepared firewood Costa Rica, natural pools, waterfalls forests, rappelling tour and transportation. Excellent for couple, family or friends, would be a pleasure to attend.

To protect of natural resources of the planet operating through an economically and environmentally sustainable business that preserves local forests and biodiversity, benefits people of the area, and provides the highest quality experience for the visitor. Walk along beautiful natural trails with an experienced guide and see different species of birds and mammals. Learn about the amazing diversity of the cloud forest.

The Bajo del Tigre sector is physically separated from the Children's Eternal Rain Forest and is managed by the MCL. Bajo del Tigre is situated in Monteverde and is approximately 29 hectares in size, although the property is surrounded by other forested properties in the zone. The type of forest found in Bajo del Tigre is rare and it is poorly represented in the country. This is because these forests were cut down to make way for coffee plantations and urban zones. Bajo del Tigre presents an altitudinal range from 1,020 to 1,380 meters above sea level and receives over 2,400 mm of rain annually. In this type of seasonal forest, the dry period extends from January through the beginning of May. Bajo del Tigre has a reception center for visitors and a gift shop with items related to our organization and conservation in general. In addition, next to the reception center is a "kids' house" oriented to environmental education for local kids. The main visitors of Bajo del Tigre are national and international students. However, it is being used more and more by ecotourists and occasionally by researchers. In Bajo del Tigre, there are about 4.4 Km of trails that allow you to enjoy the unique flora and fauna of the area, as well as an excellent view of the sunset over the Nicoya Gulf.