Author: mathieu

Strangler figs, essential trees

You won't believe it when you come face to face with a strangler fig, but they're in the same genus as the Ficus we find in the little flowerpots of our homes. You'll recognize the shape and color of the leaves. A veritable larder for the forest and fruit-eating animals, over 1,200 species feed on figs throughout the year. Its importance is therefore essential. Ficus can be found in most Costa Rican forests up to 1800m altitude. It can easily be observed at Rincon de la Vieja, Arenal, Corcovado or...

The sloths of Costa Rica

Contents The sloth, one of the oldest mammals The brown-throated or three-toed sloth Did you know? Head coloration The sloth, an incredible animal Its diet In a nutshell The two-toed sloth Where to see sloths in Costa Rica? The sloth is one of Costa Rica's most emblematic animals. Adored by children and families alike, this mammal is a biological treasure. Let's dive into the world of Costa Rica's sloths. But not too quickly... The sloth, one of the oldest mammals The sloth is one of the...

The Jaguar

What does the Jaguar look like? Copyright Wikimedia Belonging to the felidae family, the Jaguar is America's largest feline. Its coat distinguishes it from other felids of the Panthera genus. Especially the panther (Panthera pardus). The Jaguar has "centered" spots, also known as rosettes. This is the most complex pattern among felids. The Jaguar can also be recognized by its white belly and mottled flanks. The back, tail, back of the ears and corners of the mouth are black. You need...

Have you heard of the Corcovado Foundation?

The Corcovado Foundation was created by activists dedicated to preserving the environment. The well-being of local populations and the protection of natural environments are the DNA of this association. Morpho Evasions presents some of their projects. ACTIONS AND PROJECTS OF THE CORCOVADO FOUNDATION Conservation of the sea turtle in the Playa Hermosa-Punta Mala National Wildlife Refuge: 682 beach activities recorded 213 nests were moved to the hatchery with a total of 19,764 sea turtle eggs. To date, more than...

Costa Rica, an ideal post-pandemic destination

Costa Rica has long been a star performer in its handling of the pandemic. Its management of the epidemic as early as March 2020 has been praised. To date, the hospital occupancy rate in March 2021 is 11% for beds dedicated to patients with COVID-19 (111 people for a total of 986 beds) and 36% for intensive care beds. The case-fatality rate for COVID-19 in Costa Rica in March 2021 was 1.3%, compared with 19% in France over the same period. Of course, the virus is present in Costa Rica, but in much lower proportions than in Europe. Even in...

How are stars awarded to hotels in Costa Rica?

How are hotel stars categorized in Costa Rica? Most hotels in Costa Rica have first been "validated" as meeting international standards by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute. We can distinguish two types of "designation" characterizing hotels: Stars The CST label (Certifiacte of Sustainable Tourism) To better understand how stars are awarded in Costa Rica, let's look at the criteria used to obtain the famous stars in France. Hotel stars in France 1 star Room size...

How do I fill out the COVID-19 form for Costa Rica?

As the global health situation evolves, so do the rules governing admission to Costa Rica. Until recently, in order to discover Costa Rica, travelers had to take out local insurance issued by the Costa Rican National Insurance Institute (INS). Given the high cost of this insurance and the complexity of obtaining it, several improvements have been made. Let's take stock as of 09/11/2020. What are the entry requirements to Costa Rica for tourists and non-resident travellers? Fill in the digital form available here...

Ready to meet again

We're ready to meet again! Costa Rica's borders officially reopen on August 1 Morpho Evasions Costa Rica is proud to announce the reopening of Costa Rica's borders as of August 1, 2020. Costa Rica's new Minister of Tourism, Gustavo Segura Sancho, presented the official protocol for the reopening of the borders to foreign travelers yesterday (07/23/2020). What are the new entry requirements for Costa Rica? The main requirement is health: Tourists must undergo an RT-PCR test...

Health protocols for the reopening of Costa Rica's airports

With the official opening of the Juan Santa Maria (Alajuela/San José) and Daniel Oduber (Liberia) airports scheduled for August 1, an official video has just been released. The video summarizes the main actions taken to minimize the risk of contagion and virus transmission. What measures have been taken by Costa Rica's airports? On arrival in Costa Rica First of all, you need to know that wearing a mask is currently compulsory from the moment you enter the airport of departure until the moment you leave the airport...

Covid-19 and Costa Rica

Preparing your return to Costa Rica Confinement has come to an end, and it's time to start thinking about travel again. To ensure that your experience is as stress-free as possible, we have worked with our service providers to ensure that allhygiene measures and protocols are in place. Quality and hygiene requirements Costa Rica's handling of the Covid-19 health crisis has been masterful. With one of the lowest mortality and contagion rates in the Americas, Costa Rica is one of the first countries to reopen its borders to tourism. However, this reopening can only take place...

Covid-19 and Costa Rica

Preparing your return to Costa Rica Confinement has come to an end, and it's time to start thinking about travel again. To ensure that your experience is as stress-free as possible, we have reviewed the hygiene measures and protocols in place with our service providers. Quality and hygiene requirements Costa Rica has managed the Covid-19 health crisis masterfully. With one of the lowest mortality and contagion rates in the Americas, Costa Rica was one of the first countries to be able to reopen its borders to...

The Fer de Lance snake

The Fer de Lance, a snake like no other The Fer de Lance snake is considered one of the most dangerous snakes in Costa Rica. It belongs to the Viperidae family and the Bothrops genus. In Costa Rica, it is responsible for the most frequent snake bites. Even if its reputation precedes it, the Fer de Lance snake remains a marvel of nature, perfectly adapted to its environment, and very rare to encounter on a walk or hike. That's why we're going to find out a little more about this superb...