Join us on an unforgettable photographic expedition through the breathtaking landscapes and biodiversity of Costa Rica's south region. Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of its tropical rainforests, capture the iridescent hues of its resident birds, and behold the serene beauty of its mangroves and coral reefs. Whether you're an experienced wildlife photographer or an enthusiast eager to explore nature's wonders, Costa Rica promises an enriching experience like no other.
Let your camera lens capture the essence of Costa Rica – where every frame tells a story of biodiversity, conservation, and natural harmony. Discover why Costa Rica remains a beacon for nature lovers and photographers alike, beckoning you to embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration.
EXPEDITION ROUTE
WHAT AREA ARE YOU GOING TO VISIT?
01. SAN JOSÉ
San José is the capital of Costa Rica and is located in the Central Valley. Over the years, it has developed into a modern and cosmopolitan city. It's interesting to note that San Jose is home to
approximately one-third of Costa Rica's entire population. Additionally, the city is served by the Juan Santamaria International Airport, which is the country's main international gateway.
02. OSA PENÍNSULA
The Osa Peninsula is a stunning region located in southern Costa Rica, known for its remarkable biodiversity and captivating landscapes. Often referred to as the "crown iewel" of Costa Rica's national parks, the peninsula is home to an incredible array of flora and fauna, earning it the reputation as one of the most biologically intense places on Earth.
This ecological wonderland is comprised of several distinct habitats, which contribute to its exceptional diversity. Within the Osa Peninsula, you can find pristine rainforests, mangrove swamps, diverse marine ecosystems, and breathtaking beaches. These habitats provide a rich mosaic of environments that support an astonishing variety of species.
OSA
THE MOST BIOLOGICALLY INTENSE PLACE ON THE PLANET
The southern region of Costa Rica harbors a grand oasis, a vast jungle, or what is considered the most marvelous forest in the country.
The Osa Peninsula is a biodiversity hotspot, epitomizing the expanse of a forest that meets the sea. Its over forty thousand hectares host a diversity of ecosystems, combined with various microclimates, making it an exceptionally diverse site. A single hike along one of its trails easily reveals all species of monkeys found in our country, or may bring an encounter with the tapir, a species endangered with fewer than five thousand individuals estimated to survive globally.
Its biological richness in such a small territory earned it the title of the most biologically intense place on Earth by National Geographic magazine.
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DAY 1: NIGHT AT COURTYARD ALAJUELA
On this day, you will be arriving in Costa Rica at Juan Santamaria International
Airport (SJO), where a member of our team will be waiting to pick you up and drive you to the Courtyard Alajuela Hotel.
The hotel is located approximately 10 minutes away from the airport. Once you have completed the check-in process at the hotel, you can take some time to rest and prepare for the first day of adventure. In case you have forgotten to buy certain items such as bug spray or sunscreen lotion, there is a Walmart conveniently located just around the corner, within a 3-minute walking distance.DAY 2: NIGHT AT BOSQUE DEL CABO HOTEL
After breakfast you will take a shuttle service of the Coutyard Hotel and drive to Domestic terminal that is located on the same international airport, the flight will departure at 8:20 am and takes 45 minutes to get to Puerto Jimenez. The company is call Sansa Airlines and when it comes to weight restrictions, Sansa typically allows each passenger to carry up to 30 pounds (14 kg) of checked baggage and 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of carryon baggage. However, it's advisable to verify the specific weight restrictions with Sansa or refer to their website for any potential updates. The flight from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez offers breathtaking aerial views of Costa Rica's lush landscapes and scenic coastlines. As you soar through the sky, you can admire the beauty of the country from a unique perspective. The flight is a perfect opportunity to capture stunning photographs or simply enjoy the picturesque views. After you arrive to Puerto Jimenez we will be waiting for you and take a ground transportation to Bosque del Cabo Hotel that is located in the heart of the Primay Rain Forest. The transfer will be 1.5 hours and lunch will be waiting for us. The grounds of this place are amazing and you will have the afternoon to enjoy and learn wildlife photography in the Osa Peninsula.DAY 3: FULL DAY RAIN FOREST
After spending your first night surrounded by the rainforest, it's time to go discover which animals inhabit the area. That's why the first thing we're going to do is walk around the property of Hotel Bosque del Cabo, which contains a mix of open areas in the middle of a vast primary forest, making it favorable for sighting species like monkeys, macaws, coatis, hawks, anteaters, and many more. After a few hours of walking through the open areas, we will have breakfast and continue with the second part of the day, which includes another hike along the forest trails.Afterwards, we will take vehicles to have lunch with the Sanchez Family, who will be waiting for us with a delicious local meal. In addition to the culinary experience, there will be opportunities to encounter other species of animals, as the location is part of a biological corridor connecting the primary forest with Piro Beach.
DAY 4: TRANSFER TO BOTANIKA HOTEL
For this day, we will continue looking for more wildlife near the Bosque del Cabo grounds and right after lunch, we will head back to Puerto Jimenez, to our next hotel Botanika. The return journey will be considered a safari-like activity, where we will make stops whenever we see something interesting.DAY 5: SLOTH TOUR
Since 2019 the Valverde’s family discovered that their land and forest was a territory of sloths, and now they do a tour to look for these incredible animals on their natural habitat which make it the best in the Osa Peninsula to have an encounter with them.
The plan for this day is to join the Sloth tour in the morning and have the open afternoon to work a little bit on our photos or just have a relaxing time.DAY 6: MACRO DAY
We all know the amount of wildlife in the Osa Peninsula is outstanding and to have a complete experience is necessary to include some time to photograph the small animals like red eyed tree frog, granular poison dart frog, helmeted Lizard, fer-de-lance, masked tree frog and others. Also this location is beautiful with beautiful views of the Corcovado National park Forest that is next door.DAY 7: SIERPE RIVER TOUR
This is one of the easiest and fun days to photograph animals on a comfortable way, because you will do it from a boat with a canopy to protect you from rain and the sun. The Sierpe River is part of the biggest wetlands of Central America and is home of many animals that inhabit this special ecosystems like herons, caimans, crocodiles, iguanas, kingfishers and much more will be part of the species found there.DAY 8: FLY HOME
The Courtyard Alajuela Hotel have every 15 minutes shuttle to the airport from midnight to 10:00pm at night, so you just have to be ready at the lobby 3 hours before your flight departure and they will take you. -
Private transportation during the workshop
All lodging
Meals
Entrances fees
Locals guides
Water during the entire trip
Domestic flights
EXCLUDES:
Laundry
Room service
Alcoholic drinks
Tips
International flights
Mosquito repellent or personal items
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THANK YOU
It will be an absolute delight to partake in this remarkable animal photography adventure in Costa Rica alongside you. Throughout the upcoming days, we will have the astounding opportunity to explore the most breathtaking landscapes of this exquisite country and capture remarkable images of some of the rarest and most beautiful animals on the planet.
