Have you been to the country of Costa Rica? Traveling to this extraordinary country you might ask, what are the interesting facts about Costa Rica? Costa Rica, a rugged, rain forested Central American country with coastlines on the Caribbean and Pacific. San Jose, is the home of some cultural institutions. Like the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and more. Country well known for the natural beauty. Like beaches, volcanoes, and biodiversity. It has a lot of protected jungle and teeming with wildlife. Costa Rica warmly accepts millions of tourists to experience and witness its natural beauty. The most visited spots are the volcanoes, hot springs, rain forests, and beaches which creates perfect waves ideal for surfing.
HERE ARE INTERESTEDING FACTS ABOUT COSTA RICA CLOUD FOREST &
5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD NOT MISS IT
Have you ever wondered what is a cloud forest? Have you ever experience the wisps of clouds touching your face. You can experience this in Costa Rica’s cloud forest. It has a great elevation which has low-hanggin clouds that gives planety of moisture to the surrounding.
If you might ask what are more interesting facts about Costa Rica? Do you know that cloud forests, that touches the sky, make up only 1% of the global forest area. This indicates that it is a rare ecosystem. Its environment results to trailing foliage, colorful orchids, verdant vegetation, and the sound of rare birds singing in the forest. This what Costa Rica’s cloud forest an exciting eco-tourism destination. If you love nature and making adventures you’ll definitely fall in love to Costa Rica’s incredible cloud forest.
Traveling to the Cloud Forest in North Central Costa Rica
First target desitnation is the tourism hub of Santa Elena. It is bustling village with all your needs, a place where you can get supplies, stay and eat.
If you’ll be driving. Be cautious on the steep road to Monteverde. It is full of potholes, and unpaved sodrive slowly. Just enjoy magnificent view.
You can take private transfers as an alternative. Private transfers, shared shuttles and taxi services available on the area. Going to Monteverde is a 4 to 5 hours trip from San Jose. If you will originate from Arenal, it will be a 3-hour land trip. Shorter 45-minute boat ride and about 1.5 hours ground travel. Take note you can take buses from San Jose and Puntarenas.
Travel Tip:
Average temperature is 80 degrees Fahrenheit at day time. 60 degrees at night. Carry close-toed hiking shoes, tactical pants and a jacket. Visiting in a rainy season. Carry a rain gear and use a waterproof backpack.
Hiking path in Monteverde, Costa Ricaspacaj
Get into the wild: Jungle Treking
You can indulge your self in two cloud forest reserves in Monteverde, Costa Rica. Both are a must visit for an imaginable experience! You can take regular shuttle buses that are from Santa Elena going to the entrance of both reserves.
The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, redeemed as of the seven wonders of Costa Rica. It extends to over an area of 35,000 acres with altitude of 4,663 feet above sea level. The National Geographic Channel described it as “the jewel in the crown of cloud forests.”. It is idea to go early in the morning. It open at 7 A.M. A good time to hike some of the 8 miles of well-marked and beautifully maintained trails. Be early will avoid the crowds and to have a better chance of seeing birdlife and wildlife around the area. Experience bilingual guided walking tour available at the entrance. Keep your eyes open for a change to see resplendent quetzal. Did you know there are over 100 species of mammals. 400 species of birds, and 1,200 species of amphibians and reptiles.
Travel Tip:
The entry fee for foreigners is around $25 USD.
The Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is a smaller reserve which is only at 756 acres. Situated at a higher elevation of 5,250 feet. It has a community-run cloud forest reserve of 7.5 miles well-maintained trails. Offers a spectacular scenery. Less crowded.
Travel Tip:
The entry fee for foreigners is around $16 USD.
The remarkable Resplendent quetzal in Costa Rica. The Chance of seeing a Resplendent Quetzal. If got a chance to take a glimpse of the resplendent quetzal will be unforgettable. It is an endangered bird. It is splendid bird that earns its name. The combination of its emerald green and blue feathers along with its red chest. Yellow beak, and long elegant turquoise tail feathers are breathtaking experience to see. It ranks up as one of the most beautiful birds in Earth.
This bird has revered for centuries. Considered as a very important symbol on some cultures. The bird Symbolizes goodness and light.
Visiting one of the cloud forest reserves will be an unforgettable experience. If you have a lot of time to spend to this wonderful country, visit the Curi Cancha Reserve too. It was a highlight of my trip to Monteverde. Monteverde, off the beaten path. There will be just few people living in the area. Bird watching here is phenomenal. They say that taking a trip to Curi Chancha will make a person to a birder.
