Braulio Carrillo National Park
Steep, wet rainforest just north of San José, crossed by the highway to the Caribbean coast. One of the wettest places in the country, with waterfalls and more than 500 kinds of bird.
- Best months
- Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct
- Stay in
- Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí, San José
Tip: Stop at the Quebrada González ranger station on Route 32 for a short walk.