Cabo Matapalo facts for kids
Cabo Matapalo is a small village located at the very tip of the Osa Peninsula in the southern Pacific part of Costa Rica. This beautiful area is found in the Puntarenas Province. It's a quiet beach community, about 30 to 40 minutes south of Puerto Jimenez, which is the closest big town. The village covers an area of about 700 square miles (1,813 square kilometers).
Nature and Wildlife
Cabo Matapalo is famous for its efforts to protect nature. Many of the places where people stay, like lodges and cabins, use solar energy. This helps them get power from the sun, which is good for the environment.
The beaches here have even earned the Blue Ecological Flag. This special award means that the area works hard to keep its nature untouched. It also shows they are trying to reduce their "carbon footprint." This means they try to lessen the impact that people visiting or living there have on the environment.
Playa Matapalo has quiet, untouched beaches. You can find lots of plants and animals there. Keep an eye out for howler monkeys and many different kinds of birds!
Fun Places to Visit
Cabo Matapalo is close to some amazing places you can explore:
- Corcovado National Park: This is a huge national park known for its incredible wildlife.
- King Louis Waterfall: A beautiful waterfall where you can enjoy nature.
- Caño Island: This island is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) off the coast. People mostly visit it for fishing and diving.
There is also an active lighthouse right on the point of Cabo Matapalo. It helps guide ships safely.
See also
In Spanish: Cabo Matapalo para niños
