An early wake-up call right after breakfast had us ready for our first adventure. We explored the unique and exuberant coastline of the province of Guanacaste accompanied by blue skies and warm temperatures.
We took a walk through the dry forest which included interesting plants, lush trees, and colorful birds. Howler monkeys resting in the branches of a tree caught our attention, especially the playful behavior displayed by a juvenile howler monkey.
We took a panga ride in the blue waters to obtain a better understanding of the geology, observing the formations of the coast and cliffs in the region. We navigated the Pacific Ocean and were able to see Nicaragua in the distance.
Back on board, we enjoyed an interesting presentation by Matilde on the studies of turtles. This was followed by time to enjoy the beautiful beach of the Junquillal Wildlife Reserve, including some swimming. We also had the opportunity to go on nature walks to look for iguanas and birds, and to learn about the conservation areas protected by the government.
After dinner we listened to a presentation by Alex Ugalde concerning the management and protection of national parks.
