Northwestern Costa Rica - Guanacaste National Park Parque Nacional Guanacaste

Created on July 25, 1989 (Guanacaste Day), Guanacaste National Park covers 32,512ha/80,305ac. A variety of habitats are found in the park, hosting a large variety of wildlife. Two volcanoes, Orosí Volcano (1,487m/4,877ft) and Cacao Volcano (1,659m/5,442ft) are found within the park boundaries.

This national park is an important site for biological research. Scientists note that a variety of habitats increase the chances of survival for all species. This is the reason this park and the surrounding areas have been created. Apart from research, hiking and wildlife observation are the major activities in Guanacaste National Park. This site is part of the Guanacaste Conservation Area, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.