About Us - Location & Weather

Fincas Naturales Wildlife Refuge is located in the Central Pacific; ecologically it represents a transition zone between the Tropical Dry Forest and the Tropical Humid Forest. Its weather is warm and moist. The Dry Season spans from December to April, with the hottest days occurring in February and March. Daily temperatures average 27°C (80°F), rarely falling to 20°C (68°F), or raising above 34°C (93°F). The average rainfall is about 4000mm (150 in) per year. The Green Season often brings periodic rainfall, with occasional days of torrential rain. However, most days are sunny, with rains occurring in late afternoon or evening.

Getting to Fincas Naturales Wildlife Refuge is truly a scenic adventure! From the Costa Rican International Airport, take the Pan-American Highway to Atenas. Exit at the Atenas - Orotina sign and continue your drive over the scenic mountains past Orotina. Follow the Hotel Si Como No and Fincas Naturales Wildlife Refuge signage past Jaco to Parrita, and finally Quepos. Once in Quepos, turn left just past the tiny park and drive another 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) on the only road to Manuel Antonio National Park. You will see the Refuge’s parking entrance in front of Si Como No and Regalame Gift Shop & Art Gallery. The total distance from the international airport is 170 kilometers (120 miles) and will take around 3 hours.