Piedras Blancas National Park, located on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast near the
Golfo Dulce, is a hidden rainforest paradise teeming with wildlife. It is part of the same
ecosystem as Corcovado National Park but less crowded, making it perfect for travelers
seeking a quiet, authentic nature experience. The park features lush jungle, tropical rivers,
waterfalls, and excellent trails for birdwatching and hiking.
- Hiking Trails 🚶 explore well-marked rainforest paths 🗺️ filled with tropical flora 🌿🌺
- Birdwatching 🐦 spot scarlet macaws 🦜, toucans 🌈, and hummingbirds 🌸 among the treetops 👀🌳
- Waterfalls 💧 discover hidden waterfalls 🏞️ deep inside the jungle 💚💦
- Wildlife Spotting 🐒 encounter monkeys 🙉, peccaries 🐗, sloths 🦥, and rare frogs 🐸🔎
- Photography 📸 capture lush rainforest scenes ✨ and panoramic views 🔭 over Golfo Dulce 🌊🖼️
- From Golfito ⚓: Take a 30-minute drive 🚗 or short boat trip 🚢 across Golfo Dulce 🌊⏱️
- From San José 🇨🇷: Drive approximately 6–7 hours south ⬇️ via Route 2 🛣️🗺️
- From Puerto Jiménez 🏘️: Drive 🚙 or boat transfer 🛶 available around the gulf 🌊🔄
- Bring sturdy hiking shoes 👟 and insect repellent 🦟🚫
- Hire a local guide 🧑🏫 to help identify wildlife 🐒 and plants 🌿💡
- Carry snacks 🍎, water 💧, and a light rain jacket 🧥☔
- Avoid hiking alone 🚶♀️🚫 — mobile signal 📱 is limited 📵⚠️
- 7:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at the park entrance 🌳 and start a guided hike 🚶♀️🗺️
- 9:00 AM – Spot tropical birds 🦜 and wildlife 🐒 in the dense rainforest 👀🌿
- 11:00 AM – Visit a nearby waterfall 🏞️ for photos 📸 and relaxation 😌💦
- 12:30 PM – Lunch 🍽️ in a local eco-lodge 🏡 near Golfito or La Gamba 😋👋
