Osa Peninsula & Dulce Gulf

(Local Name: Península de Osa & Golfo Dulce) The Osa Peninsula is found at the southwest corner of Costa Rica and is the country's second largest peninsula. The Dulce Gulf separates the peninsula from the rest of the Puntarenas province. Some of Central America's best stretches of coastal rainforest are found on the Osa Peninsula, and are protected in Corcovado National Park.

The Osa Peninsula features several beaches and is a very popular area with surfers. Other popular activities in the region are diving, snorkelling and fishing. Puerto Jiménez is the area's largest town, and several fine lodges are found in the Drake Bay area.

Historically, the Osa Peninsula was one of Costa Rica's