Corcovado National Park holds many
secret wonders. |
The
Osa Peninsula
reaches out of the southern corner of Costa Rica. It is one of
the most remote regions of the country and the richness of its
virgin forests is apparent.
However,
the forests have been destroyed by loggers, campesinos and gold
miners. Fortunately, the creation of Corcovado National Park
has stopped some of the deforestation to preserve much of the
area's wealth. Several other private rainforest reserves have
sprung up, including Tiskita
Jungle Lodge. Over 270 species of birds have been
sighted, contributing to National Geographic's description of
the area as "the most biologically intense place on earth."
The rocky coast line is broken by small stretches of black sand
beach. Snorkeling
and sea
kayaking are good, but the current is often too swift
for swimming.
