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Baru Wildlife Refuge

Hacienda Baru National Wildlife Refuge & lodge is located 3km from Dominical. This wildlife refuge includes 330 hectares of private & public land protected from hunting since the 1970s and protects pristine beaches, mangrove estuaries, wetlands, secondary and primary forest. This is a great place to see wildlife and enjoy time on a quiet undeveloped beach just a short walk from your cabin. Activities include birdwatching, forest walks, tree climbing, canopy tour, orchid and butterfly gardens. Experienced surfer parents will want to check out the waves at nearby Dominical. The road from Quepos to Hacienda Baru was paved in just the last couple of years so it’s not on the tour bus route making it a quiet and special place to stop. December to February are the driest months.