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New research suggests that climate conditions may be changing when humpback whales arrive in Costa Rican waters. Golfo Dulce is extraordinary for many reasons. One of the most remarkable is that humpback whales migrating from both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres use Costa Rica's Pacific waters. For years, whale watching has generally been described in terms of two relatively predictable seasons. New research suggests that reality may be becoming more complicated. Scient

New research shows that protecting vegetation along rivers may be one of the most effective ways to protect the coastal waters of Golfo Dulce. When we think about marine conservation, we tend to look toward the ocean. But some of the most important decisions affecting Golfo Dulce are made kilometres inland. A major new study has analysed land use and coastal water turbidity around 119 river mouths and 64 watersheds in Golfo Dulce. The result is striking. Natural vegetation wi

August 17, 2026 Today we can share an important step in the development of #SaveGolfoDulce. TerraVita Solutions e.V., the non-profit organization behind #SaveGolfoDulce, has officially been recognized by the German tax authorities as serving charitable purposes. It may sound like an administrative milestone. For us, it means much more. From an idea to a lasting organization #SaveGolfoDulce began with a simple conviction. The Golfo Dulce is too exceptional to take for granted.

Every year, one of the world’s great wildlife migrations reaches the warm waters of southern Costa Rica. After travelling thousands of kilometres, humpback whales from the Southern Hemisphere arrive along the Pacific coast of Central America to reproduce, give birth and care for their young. And the Golfo Dulce is one of the places that matters. A nursery surrounded by rainforest The geography of the Golfo Dulce makes it extraordinary. Deep water extends far into a sheltered

When people think of the Golfo Dulce, they often picture rainforest-covered hills, dolphins, whales and calm tropical waters. But some of the most important ecosystems are found where land and sea meet. Mangroves are one of them. Around the Golfo Dulce, mangrove forests form a living connection between rivers, rainforest and ocean. They provide habitat for wildlife, stabilize coastlines and create sheltered areas used by fish and many other marine species during critical stag

The future of Golfo Dulce depends on how we treat its forests, rivers, mangroves and marine habitats today. Golfo Dulce is connected by water, forest and life. Rivers bring freshwater and nutrients into the gulf. Mangroves protect coastlines and serve as nurseries for fish. Rainforests stabilize the land and provide habitat for countless species. The ocean links all of it together. But this balance is vulnerable. Pollution, careless development, illegal activity and weak prot

Deep tropical waters, rainforest-covered shores and rare marine life make Golfo Dulce one of Costa Rica’s most extraordinary natural places. Golfo Dulce is often described as one of only four tropical fjords in the world. Whether you call it a tropical fjord, a fjord-like gulf or a rare marine basin, one thing is clear: this place is exceptional. Located in southern Costa Rica, Golfo Dulce combines deep sheltered waters, rainforest-covered coastlines, mangroves, rivers and ri

Golfo Dulce is an important habitat for dolphins, humpback whales and other marine species. Golfo Dulce is more than a scenic bay. It is an important marine habitat. Humpback whales use these waters seasonally for breeding, calving and nursing. Dolphins are seen throughout the year, and the gulf also supports sea turtles, rays, sharks and many smaller marine species. This concentration of life is one of the reasons Golfo Dulce has received international recognition as a whale

Long-term conservation only works when local communities are respected, included and supported. Protecting Golfo Dulce cannot happen from the outside alone. The people who live around the gulf know the land, the water, the seasons and the pressures better than anyone else. Fishers, guides, families, researchers, conservationists and small local businesses all have a role to play. Real protection must combine science, local knowledge and fair economic opportunities. Golfo Dulc

Der Golfo Dulce, eine der einzigartigsten Buchten der Welt, ist nicht nur ein atemberaubendes Naturwunder, sondern auch ein wichtiger Lebensraum für viele Tier- und Pflanzenarten. Die Erhaltung dieses empfindlichen Ökosystems ist von entscheidender Bedeutung, um die biologische Vielfalt zu schützen und die Lebensqualität der Menschen in der Region zu sichern. In diesem Blogbeitrag werden wir die Bedeutung des Golfo Dulce für die Umwelt und die lokale Gemeinschaft untersuchen

Der Golfo Dulce, ein verstecktes Juwel an der Pazifikküste Costa Ricas, ist nicht nur für seine atemberaubende Schönheit bekannt, sondern auch für seine reiche Biodiversität. Doch wie viele andere natürliche Lebensräume steht auch dieser einzigartige Ort vor Herausforderungen, die den Naturschutz erfordern. In diesem Blogbeitrag werden wir die Bedeutung des Naturschutzes im Golfo Dulce beleuchten und aufzeigen, wie Gemeinschaften, Organisationen und Einzelpersonen zusammenarb

Golfo Dulce, ein verstecktes Juwel an der Pazifikküste Costa Ricas, ist nicht nur ein atemberaubendes Naturparadies, sondern auch ein Ökosystem, das dringend unsere Aufmerksamkeit und unser Engagement benötigt. Die einzigartige Biodiversität, die hier zu finden ist, steht jedoch unter Druck durch menschliche Aktivitäten und Umweltveränderungen. In diesem Blogbeitrag werden wir die Bedeutung von Golfo Dulce beleuchten, die Herausforderungen, denen es gegenübersteht, und wie wi