Our Story · Bijagua, Costa Rica
From donated land to a living forest
We are Miguel's family. Over the years we have planted trees, protected springs and cared for a small wetland so native species have a place to live.
How it began
A piece of land, and a family that chose to restore it
In 1992, our property in Bijagua was donated to us by the Instituto de Desarrollo Agrario (IDA), now known as INDER. It was the start of a family project that has shaped our lives ever since.
Miguel and our family decided to give the land back to the forest. We have planted many species of trees and plants, chosen to offer food and shelter to the wildlife of this region. Little by little, the trails filled with shade, flowers and birdsong.
Water is the heart of the reserve. We protect three springs and a small wetland of half a hectare, where tadpoles grow and frogs return each night to call.
Today the forest is home to red-eyed tree frogs, blue jeans frogs, glass frogs, sloths, hummingbirds, toucans and many more. Our bilingual naturalist guides walk these trails with guests on our night tour, daytime rainforest walk and birdwatching tour, and the bird species we see are reported on eBird.
Want a preview of who lives here? Visit our gallery, or read the latest sightings in News & Tips.
Our project at a glance
- Land donated by the IDA, now INDER
- 1992
- Of land cared for by our family
- 5.5 ha
- Of protected wetland
- 0.5 ha
- Springs protected on the property
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The family behind the forest
Frog's Paradise is run by Miguel and his family. When you visit, you are walking on land we have looked after together.
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Miguel Soto and family
Frog's Paradise Team
Miguel and his family protect the rainforest and have planted many species of plants and trees to provide habitat for native wildlife. They welcome guests to share the forest they have helped bring back.
Come walk the trails with our family
Tell us when you are visiting Bijagua and which tour interests you. Tours are for a minimum of 2 people, in English or French with a bilingual guide.