Fauna

The wild spectacle of the north

In Upala, nature isn’t observed in silence… it’s heard, felt, and experienced! From the depths of its tropical forests to the banks of its crystalline rivers, this canton is a truly wild setting where wildlife unfolds its magic with complete freedom.

At dawn, howler monkeys set the rhythm of the day with their powerful songs, while toucans and parrots color the sky with their wings and trills. In the foliage, sloths move with enchanting calm, while jaguars, ocelots, and tapirs stealthily hide among the shadows and ancient trees.

Multicolored frogs, giant butterflies, reptiles, amazing insects, and hundreds of birds complete this living ark that makes Upala a paradise for wildlife lovers. Every encounter with an animal here is a unique moment, a picture you won’t forget.

Upala’s wildlife doesn’t just inhabit the land… it gives it a soul. And anyone who ventures into its trails discovers that this corner of northern Costa Rica is not just biodiversity: it is pure life in motion.