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Bosque Del Cabo Rainforest lodge.
Bosque Del Cabo Rainforest Lodge sits 500 feet above sea level on the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. The beginning of the Dream! Phil Spier came to the Osa Peninsula in the late 1980s. At first, Phil wanted to farm the land and live off it. By chance, people started to show up and were amazed…
The Secret Season: Why the “Green Season” is the Osa Peninsula’s Best Kept Secret.
Green Season Osa Peninsula When most people think of a tropical vacation, they picture endless, cloudless blue skies and a sun that never quits. But if you ask those of us who live here, or the travelers who return year after year, we’ll tell you a secret: the Green Season Osa Peninsula comes alive! There…
Osa Peninsula Rainy Season Guide: The Magic of the Green Season
Experience the Magic of the Osa Peninsula’s Rainy Season The rainy season on the Osa Peninsula, often called the “Green Season,” is a truly special time. From May to November, the rainforest comes alive with vibrant colors, and the wildlife activity is at its peak. Whether you’re interested in intimate whale watching tours or capturing…
Up close and personal: a photographer’s guide to the Osa Peninsula Costa Rica.
Welcome to Up Close and Personal: A Photographer’s Guide. One thing about photographing the Osa Peninsula is that everything is up close and personal.. In this Osa Peninsula photography guide, I’m sharing my local knowledge from living here for 14 years.” 17 years ago, I was leading a photography tour when we drove down to the…
Best horseback riding tours on the Osa Peninsula.
Best horseback riding tours on the Osa Peninsula. Horses of the Osa Peninsula. Horses on the Osa Peninsula and Costa Rica were first brought over in 1500 from the Spanish to as working horses. They would use them as a means of travel through the rough terrain of Costa Rica and the Osa Peninsula. The…
Best Hotels in Puerto Jimenez with American-Style Amenities.
Top 4 hotels with American amenities The top 4 hotels with American amenities. One thing about Puerto Jimenez and the Osa Peninsula that most Americans encounter is the heat and humidity. It takes some time to get acclimated. You feel it the minute you arrive. Stepping off the plane, it hits you hard, Air conditioning,…
Why Local Businesses Osa Peninsula Matter.
See how local businesses Osa Peninsula shape better trips with direct booking, local insight, and authentic stays, tours, food, and transport.
Drake Bay or Puerto Jimenez?
Drake Bay or Puerto Jimenez? Compare access, wildlife, beaches, tours, and trip style to choose the best Osa Peninsula base for your stay.
How to Book Osa Lodging Without Stress.
Learn how to book Osa lodging the smart way – compare areas, contact local stays directly, and choose the right base for your Costa Rica trip.
Scarlet Macaws of the Osa Peninsula.
The scarlet macaws of the Osa Peninsula are the largest population of Macaws in all of Costa Rica They mate for life Scarlet Macaws of the Osa peninsula , also known as Lapas in Costa Rica, mate for life . If the male can not get the female pregnant, the female will find another male…
Best Osa Peninsula Restaurants to Try.
Find the best Osa Peninsula restaurants, from beachfront cafés to local sodas, with tips on where to eat, what to expect, and how to plan well.
How to Reach Corcovado Safely.
Learn how to reach Corcovado safely with smart route choices, weather timing, local transport tips, and guide advice for a smoother trip.
Blue Morpho’s of the Osa Peninsula.
Blue Morphos’ The Blue Morphos of the Osa Peninsula are the hardest thing to photograph in Costa Rica. I first saw a blue morpho 20 years ago in Costa Rica on the Osa Peninsula. 14 years later, after chasing the blue morpho through the jungles of Costa Rica, I finally got a photograph of a…
Are Direct Hotel Bookings Cheaper?
Are direct hotel bookings cheaper? Often, yes – but not always. Learn when booking direct saves money and works best for Osa Peninsula travel.
Puerto Jimenez Hotel Directory for Easy Planning
Use this Puerto Jimenez hotel directory to compare stays, book direct, and find the right base for wildlife, beaches, and Osa adventures.
Osa Peninsula vs Manuel Antonio
Osa Peninsula vs Manuel Antonio: compare wildlife, beaches, crowds, cost, and trip style so you can choose the Costa Rica experience that fits you.
Drake Bay to Puerto Jimenez: Best Ways
Planning travel from drake bay to puerto jimenez? Compare boat, flight, and land routes, costs, timing, and what works best for your Osa trip.
Drake Bay Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
Drake Bay travel guide for first-time visitors with tips on when to go, where to stay, how to get around, and what to do on the Osa Peninsula.
Osa Peninsula Activity Directory That Helps
Use an Osa Peninsula activity directory to find tours, lodges, guides, transport, and direct local bookings for a smoother Costa Rica trip.
Magical Sunrises On The Osa Peninsula
Magical sunrises on the Osa Peninsula Magical sunrises on the Osa Peninsula. It is definitely worth getting up for. One of the first places I lived on the Osa Peninsula was 50 feet away from the Golfo Dulce, or sweet gulf in English. That was over 15 years ago. Every morning, I would have my…
How to Book Local Tours on the Osa Peninsula
Learn how to book local tours on the Osa Peninsula with confidence, compare operators, ask smart questions, and book direct for better trips.
Osa Peninsula Itinerary: 5 Days Done Right
Plan an unforgettable osa peninsula itinerary 5 days long, with wildlife, beaches, Corcovado, snorkeling, and smart travel tips for each day.
10 Must-Try Traditional Foods on the Osa Peninsula. A Foodie’s Guide
Discover the authentic flavors of Costa Rican cuisine. You can only truly experience some traditional foods while you’re in Costa Rica.this will be my 15 th year living on the Osa Peninsula an,d these dishes are some of my favorites Traditional Costa Rican Dishes Plantains (Plátanos) Plantains look similar to bananas but serve as a…
Direct Booking vs Travel Sites in Costa Rica
Direct booking vs travel sites – see which saves money, offers better local insight, and helps you plan a more personal Costa Rica trip.
When to Visit Osa Peninsula for the Best Trip
Wondering when to visit Osa Peninsula? Find the best season for wildlife, beaches, rain, surfing, fishing, and quieter jungle escapes.
How to Get to Osa Peninsula Easily
Learn how to get to Osa Peninsula by plane, car, boat, or shuttle, with practical tips on routes, timing, road conditions, and arrival planning.
What to Pack: The Essential Osa Peninsula Clothing Guide
What to Pack: The Essential Osa Peninsula Clothing Guide. Packing for the Osa Peninsula is a bit different than your average beach vacation. Because we are in a tropical rainforest, the humidity is high, and you need clothes that can handle getting wet and drying quickly. Enough clothes for a week Have enough clothes for…
10 Best Osa Peninsula Hotels to Book Direct
Find the best Osa Peninsula hotels for wildlife, beaches, and jungle stays. Compare areas, styles, and direct-booking tips for your Costa Rica trip.
Best Wildlife Tours Osa Travelers Love
Find the best wildlife tours Osa offers, from rainforest walks to boat safaris and night hikes, with tips for choosing local guides.
Where to Stay Near Corcovado
Wondering where to stay near Corcovado? Find the best base for wildlife, beaches, boat access, and direct local bookings on the Osa Peninsula.
