INBio is Costa Rica's National Biodiversity Institute, a non-profit organization founded in 1989 dedicated to scientific research and to promoting the importance of conserving the country's rich biological diversity.
INBioparque, conveniently located within minutes of downtown San Jose, is a one-stop introduction to all of Costa Rica, offering an interactive experience through its ecological park, aimed at bringing families, students and visitors into closer contact with Costa Rica 's natural resources.
INBioparque
Knowledgeable guides will make this expedition more than memorable. The tours begin with a short video presentation about INBio and biodiversity in Costa Rica before leading visitors along a series of trails with live exhibits of the different types of tropical forest: Rainforest, Pre-Mountainous Forest, Wetlands and Dry Forest. From a safe distance, observe its residents including poison dart frogs, butterflies, iguanas, Sloths, caimans, birds, turtles and snakes, among many others.
Other interesting and popular stops along the tour are the stations with orchids, heliconias, bromeliads, a small working farm and the medicinal and herbal gardens. This learning experience concludes with a presentation about Costa Rica National Parks and Protected Areas. Well-equipped facilities include a restaurant, souvenir shop, coffee shop, ample parking and wheel chair accessibility.
Open Tuesdays through Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. What is biodiversity? Alfl Living things in our planet.
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