Costa Rica’s first National Park was started in 1963 by Olof (Nicolas) Wesssberg. It is commonly refered to as Cabo Blanco or formally known as the Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve; Costa Rica’s first and oldest Park. Best of all it’s right down the street, at the extreme southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. This protected area includes over 3,140 acres (12.7km) of land and 4,420 acres (17.9km) of marine park. And was created to support environmental education, teaching , research and education. On site facilities include classrooms, laboratories and a reference library. The park is located in an important transition area between the wet and dry tropical forests and therefore boasts over 140 species of evergreen and deciduous trees, including the tall and impressive Espavel (Anacardium excelsum), the Guacimo Colorado (Luehea seemanii) and the beautiful Cortez Amarillo (Tabebula ochracea) which is particularllu spectacular in the dry months of March and April. Commonly spotted animals include the howler monkey, and white-faced capuchine monkies, white-nosed coati and white tailed dear. There is also a healthy population of endemic bird species including brown boobies and pelicans especially around the Cabo Blanco Island. Private and guided tours by certified guides can be arranged at your convenience.