On our first day in Costa Rica, we visited during the morning the mangrove forest along the edges of the well protected waters of the little gulf of Golfito, inside the larger gulf of Golfo Dulce. Some of us explored the bay by kayak and other by expedition landing craft. The morning air was cooler and we got to understand better the importance of the mangrove forest while seeing monkeys and many birds.
During the afternoon we visited Casa Orquideas. A beautiful botanical garden created over 35 years living in this remote area by Ron and Trudy Mc-Allister. An easily walkable property full of tropical plants, flowers, fruits, spices, and very many birds.
