Volcanic Cloud Forests

Parque Nacional Tapantí – Macizo de la Muerte is known for its very wet climate. It’s one of the rainiest places in Costa Rica, with an average annual rainfall of over 6,500 mm (255 inches), and sometimes reaching up to 8,000 mm (315 inches) per year. The park spans elevations from 700 to 3,491 meters (2,296 to 11,453 feet) above sea level, creating a variety of ecosystems, including cloud forests, moorlands, and rainforests.

 

 

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