Jane62

My family (me, husband and daughters ages 11 and 15) went to the Osa Peninsula for about 8 days in early April. I wrote my trip report on another forum where I can insert photos and links to videos into the middle of it. Thanks to everyone who helped me with questions! One question I had asked before going was about shoes to wear in Corcovado - we had both Keens and either running shoes or hiking shoes and all were fine. We didn't end up loving the Keens as little rocks would get in them and in retrospect, I think you could really do the boat entries and exits barefoot if you wanted to only have one pair of shoes. Or next time I might use more open water sandals like my Chacos.

I really debated before going whether the hassle of overnighting at Corcovado was worth it as we were also going to Bosque del Cabo and many people say you can see almost the same wildlife at BdC. For us, yes, a thousand times! At Corcovado we saw an anteater!! And 6 different tapirs - we saw one pair on one walk, a different pair on a second walk and a different pair on a third walk - last one being a mother and baby - priceless! Really enjoyed BdC but definitely saw more in our time at Corcovado. Really glad we did both - and the dolphin tour with Shawn Larkin which was AMAZING out of Drake Bay. And our guide for Corcovado, Nito from Surcos Tours, was oustanding! Highly recommend him.

Here's the link to my report. Feel free to ask me any questions after reading it.

http://safaritalk.net/topic/12578-so...Bcosta+%2Brica

colibri

Enjoyed reading your detailed report, Jane - you really were lucky in Corcovado to see so many tapirs!

I've got to say though, your first few days sound just exhausting. You've definitely got more energy than most of us with such a whirlwind schedule.

I might just have to put Shawn's dolphin tour on a future trip - it sounded fantastic!

I stayed in Casa Blanca w/ friends on my first trip to BdC and loved it. Last year we stayed at Casa Miramar and the wildlife sightings there were excellent - and, of course, it's close to the Titi trail.

Thanks for sharing your report.

volcanogirl

Wow, amazing that you saw all those tapirs. I'm glad you had such a great trip. We actually did see an anteater at BdC, but seems like tapir sightings are very rare there.

volcanogirl

Just saw your videos and photos - they're great. Love the curious peccary!

Jane62

Thanks colibri and volcanogirl. Colibri, the funny thing is I really am lazy and don't have a lot of energy at home but when I go on vacation, sometimes I overschedule because I can't stand to miss anything! It WAS a bit too much honestly - but we survived. Definitely put Shawn on your future list - so worthwhile!

Volcanogirl, I had a chat with Philip at BdC and he told me that he's seen anteaters plenty of times at BdC but I didn't so I was sure glad I saw the one at Corcovado, and of course thrilled with the tapir sightings. And I loved the peccaries too! WIll have to go back though to try to see some cats!

sparklegem

Wow! What an amazing trip, and such a great write up, videos and photos!

It was so much fun reading about your adventures. I would really like to go Corocovado and stay a night or two. I have considered it before, but your report has sold me. I would love to see a tapir!

How did you find your guide Nito and could you share his contact information?

You mentioned that Nito lives near Puerto Jimenez. Do you know what the trip is like heading into Corcovado from PJ vs your trip in from Drakes Bay?

It seems like you do your research and I love that you travel with your daughters. We have always taken our daughter, too. Where are you headed next?

Best wishes,
Gem