Sustainability

Costa Rica may be small, covering less than 0.03% of our Earth, but it is home to an estimated 5% of the world’s biodiversity. After more than 10 years of …

Last Updated: June 29, 2026 Those visiting Costa Rica often have one animal at the top of their wish list. Sloths! These furry, slow-moving creatures have captured the hearts of …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Since living in Costa Rica for the past 10+ years, we have visited several wildlife sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers. These important organizations help animals that …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 The Sea Turtle Conservancy does essential work to protect endangered sea turtles that nest along Tortuguero’s beaches. Just outside the main area of town is …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Not long ago, the future did not look bright for Great Green Macaws. The global population of these magnificent parrots had dwindled to less than …

Last Updated: September 3, 2025 Set in the misty mountains near one of Costa Rica’s most famous cloud forests is Café Monteverde. This generations-old coffee farm has developed over the …

Last Updated: September 3, 2025 If you’re traveling with kids or just want a local experience, Finca El Paraiso is a great activity for your time in Monteverde. Our family …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 If you’re in the San Jose area and would like to see a wildlife rehabilitation center, the Toucan Rescue Ranch is a great option. We …

Last Updated: June 27, 2026 Costa Rica is one of the world’s leading ecotourism destinations, but not every hotel that calls itself eco-friendly is actually sustainable. Fortunately, Costa Rica has …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Costa Rica is an ecotourism destination filled with a variety of jungle creatures. But have you ever thought about what happens to these animals when …

Last Updated: June 16, 2026 Costa Rica translates to “Rich Coast” and for anyone who has ever visited, you know why. From calm coves to crashing surf, palm-tree-backed sands to …

Last Updated: June 16, 2026 If you have experienced a trip to Costa Rica, you already know that feeling. Nature surrounds you and wildlife enamors you, not to mention the …

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Costa Rica is home to six different kinds of wild cats. Although thousands of visitors take to the country’s hiking trails each day, the chances …

Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Even before we moved to Costa Rica in 2013, we had been closely following an organization called the Ara Project and their efforts to breed …