8 Perfect Latin America Destinations For Winter Sun (4 of 5)

6. Osa Peninsula & Corcovado – Costa Rica

Costa Rica experiences very little rain during the winter months, and as a result, it’s the best time for animal spotting since the foliage isn’t as dense and the concentrated water sources mean they don’t spread out as much. Your best bet is to check out the Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula, home to all sorts of magnificent birds, monkeys, and several types of big cats including jaguars, pumas, and ocelots.

7. Mayan Riviera – Mexico

Okay, so technically Mexico is in the Northern Hemisphere, which means December through March are regarded as winter, but the southern parts of the country stay warm the entire year due to their proximity to the equator. This is definitely when you would want to vacation in the Mayan Riviera, the Caribbean coastline that stretches from Cancún to Tulum. This part of Latin America tends to be cool and less humid during the winter months, which means you can enjoy the great outdoors without feeling hot and sticky.