Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Located in the remote mountainous rainforest of Limón province in southeastern Costa Rica, the Bri Bri Indigenous Reserve is home to the Bri Bri people, one of Costa Rica's indigenous groups. The reserve covers lush tropical landscapes characterized by dense rainforest, diverse flora and fauna, and numerous rivers and waterfalls integral to the community’s livelihood and spirituality. The Bri Bri people maintain traditional ways of life, cultivating cacao, bananas, and other native crops, while practicing artisan crafts and preserving their indigenous language and customs. Outdoor visitors are drawn to the reserve for guided ecological and cultural tours, including hikes through pristine jungle trails, visits to sacred sites, and encounters with local wildlife such as toucans, monkeys, and tropical frogs. The reserve’s rivers offer opportunities for swimming and natural water exploration, while the surrounding forest presents an extraordinary setting for birdwatching and botanical studies. Visitor appeal lies in the chance to engage directly with indigenous culture, experience sustainable tourism initiatives, and support community-based conservation efforts. The reserve remains relatively underdeveloped, emphasizing low-impact tourism that respects the Bri Bri’s ancestral lands and traditions.
