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 Islands of Costa Rica

There are many islands in Costa Rica. Some are inhabited and others are absolute biological reserves. But noone owns them. We provide a listing of islands and what you can expect to see there.

Isla del Caño
Located about 15 miles off the Osa Peninsula, Isla del Caño offers many incredible sights and even mysteries. The island is an absolute biological reserve. The crystalline waters make a perfect place for diving, with an inestimable amount aquatic life. On the island one can find archeological ruins...Indian burial sites, and the mysterious spheres made of stone. Some of these giants can weigh up to two tons. Noone knows who and how these were made or what their purpose is. The island is easy to get to from Drake Bay and Corcovado. Pods of whales are often seen along the channel between the main land and the island.

Isla del Coco
The island and the area around it are a National Park. The island lies between Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands, so getting there is no mean feat. The rewards are great, however. Numerous waterfalls tumble off the side of the high cliffs directly into the ocean below. The water is so clear you can easily see the incredible numbers and variety of fish right on deck. Beautiful trails connect the two main bays, where pirates and travellers have left there graffiti on the stones. And, of course, there is the pirate treasure that is rumoured to be buried there. Even if there is no gold, this island holds a better treasure-nature untouched.

Isla Tortuga
Seaventures Cruises a beautiful and exotic way to spend the day on a full-luxury cruise to this island in the Gulf of Nicoya.