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Protected Areas
Bahia Junquillal National Wildlife Refuge
Attractives
Playa Junquillal: A white sand beach that is 2 km in length; its bay-like shape makes it ideal for swimming. In particular, the estuary area is ideal for swimming. Fishing is prohibited, though a variety of activities are available that will allow you to observe the area’s diverse marine life with its many species of fish.
Isla Muñecos: This rocky formation is located in Bahía de Junquillal, a bay that is home to a major coral population that can only be observed up close on a rented boat booked in advance. You can find boats for rent in Cuajiniquil.
Trails:
Sendero El Carao: This circuit trail is suitable for all visitors. Its main attraction is the dry forest, though mangroves and a beach landscape are also present. At 600 m in length, it takes around 15 minutes to complete. The trail is just 30 meters above sea level and is a great place to spot birds and mammals, though its main focus is touring the forest regeneration area. Among the most common birds that can be observed are parakeets, magpies and crab hawks. Trees such as cenízaro, guanacaste, carao, papaturro and cornizuelo are common.
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