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Carara National Park

Tags rainforests, national parks and reserves, wetlands, rivers

Flocks of scarlet macaws swarm the palm trees in search of fruit inside Carara National Park; a crucial sanctuary for wildlife in the increasingly developed area around Jaco. The 13,000-acre park encompasses a transitional forest of both dry and tropical rainforest.


Quick Facts

  • Location: 10 miles north of Jaco
  • Area: 12,950 acres
  • Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily
  • Entrance Fee: $10.00
  • Guided Tour: $25-40 per person
  • Telephone: 2637-1054

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Last updated: Oct 21, 2023