Hiking Sámara: What Lies Behind the Jungle Canopy
While it’s easy to spend your entire trip looking out at the Pacific, some of Sámara’s greatest magic is hidden just behind the tree line. The Werner-Sauter Reserve is a protected tropical dry forest teeming with howler monkeys, neon green tree frogs, and incredible birdlife. Taking a morning hike up through the canopy gives you a stark, stunning contrast to the beach layout below. We’re breaking down what to pack, when to trail-head to beat the midday heat, and how to spot the local wildlife hiding in plain sight.
