Overview
La Selva Biological Station is a protected area encompassing 1,536 ha of low-land tropical rain forest in northeastern Costa Rica. It is owned and operated by the Organization for Tropical Studies, a consortium of a universities research institutions
Description
The La Selva Biological Station (Estacion Biologica La Selva) offers travelers the opportunity to stay within the heart of the primary tropical rainforest in Costa Rica. The cabins here are simple but sufficient and provide guests with unbeatable access to the area’s pristine nature.
The La Selva Biological Station is an important research center that studies Costa Rican ecology. It opened in 1954 and was initially only used by scientists, but in recent years it has opened its doors to the public as well. A well-maintained trail system stretches for over 31 miles (50 km) and leads through the primary tropical forest. The reserve is home to half of all the mammal species found in Costa Rica, as well as 55 species of snakes, 420 species of birds, and 1,000 species of trees. Exploring this station with a trained naturalist guide is the best way to experience the sights and sounds of the rainforest. La Selva is located 2 miles (3 km) south of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí.
Río Sarapiquí, Heredia
Costa Rica
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