Half of the peninsula is protected by Corcovado National Park, a rain - drenched wilderness hosting poison - dart frogs and the largest population of scarlet macaws in Central America. (wanderlust.co.uk)
Upon arrival, you can immediately enjoy secluded beaches, hidden waterfalls and walk among one of the largest nesting populations of scarlet macaws in Costa Rica. (travelcostarica.com)
From anywhere on the Placencia peninsula you can dive along the reef, swim in the warm sea water, look for scarlet macaws in Red Bank Village to the southwest (between December and February), explore the Mayan ruins at Mayflower and hike to the waterfalls there, or, on a full day trip, travel to the Mayan sites at Lubaantun and Nim Li Punit near Punta Gorda, or treat yourself to some of the best sportfishing in the country. (chabilmarvillas.com)