Granito de Oro. It’s a small little island with a rich, white-sanded beach and just enough tree shade to sit beneath. The crew brought out kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Many within our group went out snorkeling, only to discover that contained beneath the water surrounding the island was a reef even greater in natural splendor. We saw several large schools of fish set in a variety of colors and shapes. Several within our group opted to hike Coiba Island. Whether on land or underwater, guests found no shortage of natural sights and experiences to take in between the two islands.
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Granito de Oro and Coiba Islands, 1/23/2019, National Geographic Quest
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Max Vindas, Naturalist/Certified Photo Instructor
Known for his passion for nature and dedication to conservation and ecotourism, Max Vindas has been guiding natural history trips in Costa Rica since 1993. On his first trip to the rainforest at age eight, Max realized his love for the outdoors and w...
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Carlos is a freelance wildlife photographer and photography instructor from Costa Rica. Passionate about travel and education, he also works as a certified naturalist guide on the beaches, jungles, and mountains of that beautiful tropical paradise. W...
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Playa Blanca and Golfo Dulce
What a wonderful day in the Golfo Dulce. After traveling all night to reach the “Sweet Gulf,” we disembarked onto Playa Blanca. Once there, guests could choose to tour one of several local production sites in the region including those for sugar cane, hearts of palm, cacao, or gold panning. Alternatively, guests could opt to hike through the trails of Danta Corcovado Lodge. Each of these operations are owned and ran by Costa Rican families who sought to incorporate protection of the rainforest and similar eco-friendly initiatives into their work. By the end of the day, we had come back with a heart full of stories and renewed insight into Costa Rican community.