Established in 1999, the Osa Wildlife Refuge protects 3,962 acres on the Osa Peninsula. The park not only protects the beaches and forests, but is also utilized to rehabilitate injured animals. This area is one of the most biologically diverse places in the world, with a wide spectrum of wildlife.
Over 365 species of birds have been identified in the area of the Osa Wildlife Refuge. Such species include macaws, parrots and toucans. The jungles of this area are also home to mammals such as monkeys, sloths, jaguars, pumas, coatis, and agoutis. Astoundingly, there are over 10,000 species of insects here!
There are no entrance fees to the Osa Wildlife Refuge. A guide is highly recommended for safety and all around experience as the wildlife is very well camouflaged.
The South Pacific is a region of vast contrasts in weather. Temperatures remain the same nearly year round with average day time highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and night time lows in the upper 70s. Precipitation varies by month with the months of December through April being the driest.
Visitors should pack a bathing suit, towel, shorts, tee shirts, appropriate shoes, rain gear, sun block, and insect repellent.
Fun Fact: The Osa Peninsula is said to contain 4 percent of the planets biodiversity.
| Drake Bay | 1 km |
| Sierpe | 46 km |
| Puerto Jimenez | 60 km |
| Uvita | 105 km |
| Golfito | 125 km |
Over 365 species of birds have been identified in the area of the Osa Wildlife Refuge. Such species include macaws, parrots and toucans. The jungles of this area are also home to mammals such as monkeys, sloths, jaguars, pumas, coatis, and agoutis. Astoundingly, there are over 10,000 species of insects here!
There are no entrance fees to the Osa Wildlife Refuge. A guide is highly recommended for safety and all around experience as the wildlife is very well camouflaged.
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