With the establishment of ManuelAntonio National Park in 1972, the people of Costa Rica decided to preserve, for future generations, one of the most beautiful and bio-diverse areas in the world. Although it is the country's smallest national park, the stunning beauty and diversity of wildlife in its 683 hectares is unequalled.
Manuel Antonio contains a charming combination of rain forest, beaches and coral reefs.
This beaches are the most beautiful in the country, lined with lush forest, and the snorkeling is excellent too.
The forest is home for sloths, iguanas, the rare and adorable squirrel monkeys and millions of colorful little crabs.
And the trail that winds around Punta Catedral affords some spectacular views. The park is easy to reach, south of the town of Quepos.