Proyecto Campanario

Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa


This biological reserve is an education center rather than a tourist facility, aimed at those wanting to learn about the importance of various tropical ecosystems, as evidenced by the dormitory, library and field station. Ecology courses and conservation camps are scheduled throughout the year, attracting individuals passionate about these issues, from university students and field biologists to concerned tourists.


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Nearby Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa attractions

1. Playa Rincon de San Josecito

1.6 MILES

Just past Playa San Josecito is the less famous but more impressive beach, Playa Rincon de San Josecito. It's a vast stretch of sand – 1km or more –…

2. Playa San Josecito

2.17 MILES

South of Río Claro, Playa San Josecito is one of the longest stretches of white-sand beach on this side of the Península de Osa. It is popular with…

3. Playa Caletas

4.23 MILES

A recommended spot for snorkeling, situated in front of Las Caletas Lodge.

4. Playa Cocalito

4.83 MILES

Just west of Punta Agujitas, a short detour off the main trail leads to the picturesque Playa Cocalito, a secluded cove perfect for sunning, swimming and…

5. Casa del Bosque

11.19 MILES

This small, newer butterfly farm features 10 butterfly species native to the Osa Peninsula. Visitors learn about the metamorphosis process and tour the…

6. Finca Köbö

19.62 MILES

About 8km south of La Palma, Finca Köbö is a chocolate-lover’s dream come true (in fact köbö means ‘dream’ in Ngöbere). The 20-hectare finca is dedicated…

7. Playa Blanca

19.93 MILES

The beautiful sand-and-coral beach known as Playa Blanca, at the east end of La Palma, is a low-key scene popular with Ticos and an excellent place to go…

8. Sitio Arqueológico Finca 6

25.05 MILES

This site, 4km north of Sierpe, offers the best opportunity to view the mysterious pre-Columbian spheres created by the Diquís civilization between 300…