Sirena Station, Corcovado National Park
With 103,290 acres (41,800 ha) of dense tropical rainforest, Corcovado National Park is one of Costa Rica's largest national parks. The park and surrounding conservation area is one of the richest regions of biodiversity in all of the Americas. Roughly 10% of all the mammal species that exist in the Americas are inhabitants of this rugged rainforest on the Osa Peninsula.
About: Corcovado National Park
Sirena Station, Corcovado National Park
Sirena Biological Station is located in the heart of the rainforest. It is the National Park's main station, and it is by far the largest. From here, a network of trails traverse some of the park's most pristine and dense vegetation. Jaguars, spider monkeys, and the Great Blue Heron are just a few examples of the hundreds of animal species that inhabit this forest region.
There are several ways to enter Sirena Station; but the most common is by sea. An hour-long boat ride from Drake Bay will introduce you to the landscape of this Costa Rican jewel, and it will bring you right to Sirena's park entrance. Once you have arrived, you'll hike along the Guanacaste Trail for approximately 2 km and intersect with the Patos Trail. After a short distance on Los Patos, you'll turn onto Espaveles Trail for 2.5 km.
Your guide will help you spot a variety of interesting wildlife along the way, and you'll emerge from the rainforest just behind Sirena Station. After a brief stop at the Sirena Station, you will continue with the remaining portion of your hike along the Rio Claro Trail for 1 km. This trail tends to be much drier. At the end, you will meet with the boat and return to your hotel.
The first portion of the hike tends to be muddy because of the thick canopy, which traps humidity near the ground. Also, high tides can create stream crossings during some parts of the year. Therefore, hiking boots are highly recommended. Boots also provide better protection from forest bugs and creatures.
If you are interested in adding this activity during your stay in Drake Bay please contact us for details.
What to bring: hiking boots (not sandals), bug repellent, light jacket, long pants
Tour includes: round trip transportation from the hotel, lunch, entrance fee, and guides
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