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Location:

Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
North America

Contributors:

Jonah Marks
Bridget Ehrman-Solberg

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Pura Vida
The Curú National Wildlife Refuge, situated on the southern Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica, is a highly biodiverse sanctuary that blends tropical dry forests, dense mangroves, and pristine beaches. As Costa Rica’s first private wildlife refuge, it is widely celebrated for its successful reintroduction programs, allowing visitors to reliably spot vibrant scarlet macaws foraging in the beachside almond trees. Walking its tranquil trail system, you are highly likely to encounter inquisitive coatimundis alongside multiple species of monkeys and white-tailed deer roaming freely through the protected habitat.