Brunca Region

The Brunca region, located in southern Costa Rica, is a hidden gem known for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, indigenous heritage, and growing eco-investment opportunities. From the Osa Peninsula to the Talamanca mountains, Brunca offers unmatched biodiversity, cultural richness, and a slower, more authentic way of life.

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The Brunca region, in southern Costa Rica, is a vibrant area known for its extraordinary biodiversity, cultural richness, and growing investment potential. It includes natural wonders like the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, fertile agricultural valleys, and indigenous territories such as the Boruca and Ngäbe.

Traditionally agricultural — with crops like coffee, bananas, and palm oil — the region is now gaining momentum in eco-tourism, sustainable real estate, and regenerative projects. Socially, it blends rural communities with newcomers seeking authenticity, nature, and opportunity.

Brunca offers a unique mix of wild nature, deep tradition, and economic potential — making it one of Costa Rica’s most compelling regions for conscious living and meaningful investment.

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Pérez Zeledón

Gateway to Mountain & Valley Life
Pérez Zeledón, centered around San Isidro de El General, is the largest canton in southern Costa Rica, covering nearly 1,905 km² with a population of around 143,000. Nestled in an evergreen valley at the foothills of the Talamanca Range, it’s traversed by the Pan‑American Highway and serves as a vital link between San José and the southern Pacific.

⛰️ Attractions: Chirripó National Park, Nauyaca Waterfalls, Cloud forests, coffee plantations, local markets.
☕ Focus: Agriculture (coffee, cattle), mountain retreats, growing expat community.
🥾 Activities: Hiking Chirripó, waterfalls, farm stays, birdwatching.

Osa Peninsula

Costa Rica's Wild Paradise

Nestled in southwestern Puntarenas, the Osa Peninsula sits between the Pacific Ocean and Golfo Dulce. It’s one of the world's most biodiverse regions, home to over half of Costa Rica’s wildlife and lush rainforests dominated by Corcovado National Park and the Osa Conservation Area.

🏝️ Attractions: Corcovado National Park, Drake Bay, Uvita, Dominical, Caño Island, Golfo Dulce, pristine beaches, rainforest lodges.
🌿 Focus: Ecotourism, biodiversity research, sustainable real estate, conservation areas.
🛶 Activities: Whale watching, scuba diving, jungle trekking, wildlife photography.

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a culturally rich, rural canton in southern Costa Rica’s Brunca region, known for its indigenous heritage, agricultural roots, and emerging eco-tourism. Home to Boruca, Bribri, and Cabécar communities, the area offers authentic experiences, fertile land, and growing interest in sustainable real estate and community-based tourism.

🧬 Attractions: Indigenous territories (Boruca, Cabécar, Térraba), traditional crafts and festivals.
🌾 Focus: Cultural tourism, agriculture, indigenous sustainability projects.
🪡 Activities: Cultural tours, artisan workshops, river adventures.

Golfito

Gateway to the Wild South

Golfito is a coastal town in southern Costa Rica nestled between the lush Piedras Blancas National Park and the tranquil waters of the Golfo Dulce. Once a booming banana export hub, it has transformed into a growing destination for eco-tourism, sport fishing, and sustainable real estate.

Today, Golfito blends charm, nature, and opportunity. The area features a duty-free shopping zone, a regional airport, and marine access, making it an emerging hub for both visitors and investors. Surrounding communities like Pavones, Zancudo, and Playa Cacao offer pristine beaches, world-class surfing, and a relaxed lifestyle with increasing appeal to retirees and digital nomads.

Whether for investment, adventure, or peaceful living, Golfito is a strategic entry point to Costa Rica’s wild southern zone — where the rainforest meets the sea.

⚓ Attractions: Golfito Bay, duty-free zone (Depósito Libre), Piedras Blancas National Park, Golfo Dulce.
🏗️ Focus: Commercial port development, sport fishing, affordable real estate, logistics potential.
🚤 Activities: Boating, fishing, exploring mangroves and coastal communities.