The beaches of Limón and other wonders to see in Costa Rica

If you need to know what to see in Costa Rica, at Asuaire Travel  we can help you. We specialise in organising unforgettable experiences to many destinations in Central America. We can help you do the most interesting activities on your trip abroad, such as touring Limón to see the best natural forests, organising your escape to the Tortuguero Natural Park or finding the best beaches in Limón, some of which are well-hidden.

Which place is essential to see in the province of Limón, Costa Rica?

Without a doubt, Costa Rica is a very plentiful country in terms of landscape. In addition to having great beaches, the province of Limón also has impressive natural forests. One of the attractions which mustn’t be missed is the Tortuguero Natural Park. It is vitally important due to many factors relating to flora, fauna, the reproduction of species and sustainable tourism.

In recent years, sustainable tourists who practice what is known as ecotourism have continued to increase in number. Costa Rica is an ideal destination for ecotourists. Especially Limón, thanks to this vast natural park, protected since 1975. So much care is given to this area that it has been able to control human impact so as not to alter the natural and wildlife that exists in the natural park.

Flora

Limón is one of the richest regions in flora in the whole of the Republic of Costa Rica. Largely, this is also due to the big area that the wild area of Tortuguero occupies. In this space, you can find a lush natural paradise full of different species of plants, trees, shrubs and herbs. Up to 2,000 different species have been found, 400 of which are trees. Many of these plant species are not found anywhere else in the world.

Wildlife

Thanks to the amount and variety of flora, wildlife is also much easier to find in this place. It’s precisely for this reason that the wildlife is also very rich and diverse in different species: tapir, jaguar, congos, pizotes, raccoons, fishing bats, poisonous frogs, protected and endangered birds (such as the green macaw, the horned guan, the red-headed vulture, the common black hawk, the gartered trogon or the oriole of Montezuma) and many other animals that you can observe on hiking trails or from the beach.

Turtles

However, among all the animals, the one that stands out most is the turtle. The natural park receives its name precisely because thousands of turtles of different subspecies lay eggs annually on its beaches. In the channels that go from Moín to Tortuguero, leatherback turtles, hawksbill turtles, green turtles and black turtles are very common.

It is, without a doubt, a sanctuary for turtles and tortoises, which live in marine habitats with other marine species, such as the manatee or the sea cow, the crocodile, many crustaceans and about 52 different species of freshwater fish (the gaspar fish stands out). To witness the sight of the turtles coming out of their eggs or the turtles depositing them under the sand is an experience that you’ll never forget.

Respectful tourists

The most important thing to consider during a visit to this place is the need for respect and to look after its biological diversity. Visiting the natural park in compliance with the required restrictions is necessary to maintain it as it is today. It’s essential to take care of the flora, fauna and all areas, as well as to respect the available timetables and the restrictions for tourists. Like, for example, the one of not swimming at the Tortuguero beaches. 

In addition, there are packages to get to know the whole park that can be chosen for between 1 and 4 days. There are standard or luxury packages and you can also book hotels or unique tourist packages. Each tour or trip to the park can provide you with whatever you need and can also be guided. In this way, you won’t miss a single bird, land animal or natural water sight. In addition, they’ll be able to tell you the names of the species of plants you see on your walk.

It’s important that you travel to Costa Rica knowing what you want to see in Tortuguero and how much time you’ll be able to spend there. In this way, you can better organise your suitcase, since Tortuguero has a very humid climate and you may want to carry special equipment for hiking trails, protecting yourself from the rain, sleeping on the ground, etc. Don’t hesitate to consult a travel specialist in the area about the recommended number of days for this place, compared with everything else to see in Costa Rica.