Biosphere Reserves in Costa Rica

The Agua y Paz (Water and Peace) Biosphere Reserve in northern Costa Rica is comprised of Juan Castro Blanco National Park, Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge, four biological corridors, and an indigenous community. It is characterized by mountain ranges, volcanoes, and plains.

The Cordillera Volcánica Central Biosphere Reserve, located in the Central Highlands of Costa Rica, is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage. It encompasses four national parks, two forest reserves, six protected zones, and a national monument.

La Amistad International Park is a Transboundary Protected Area that extends along the border between Costa Rica and Panama, which, along with the surrounding Biosphere Reserves, preserves a significant tract of tropical forest known for its extraordinary biodiversity and endemism.

Nestled within the verdant landscapes of Costa Rica's central Pacific coast, the Savegre Biosphere Reserve stands as a beacon of biodiversity. It is a vast expanse of protected lands that encompass a rich tapestry of ecosystems, from coastal mangroves to towering mountain peaks. This reserve is a true marvel of nature, representing the country's first and only protected area to incorporate a significant marine-coastal component, ensuring the preservation of this delicate interface between land and sea.