Rarely Visited, Hidden Heaven Dubbed Best Hidden Gem In The World

Peninsula Osa, Costa Rica (Photo: Instagram)

JAKARTA - The phenomenon of overtourism is a serious issue in many popular tourist destinations in the world. Big cities and famous beaches are now often too crowded, making rental prices soar, the environment under pressure, and the holiday experience feels less than pleasant.

"When a place is filled with people, it's not just the quality of life of local residents that are disturbed. Your travel experience has also decreased," wrote Grace Beard, Travel Editor Time Out.

However, there is good news. Now more and more travelers are looking for alternatives, from quieter destinations to trends of dupes destinations, namely replacing popular destinations with other places that are no less beautiful, cheaper, and rarely visited.

This is what then gave birth to the term hidden gem, a hidden destination that offers special experiences without the hustle and bustle of the crowd.

The most hidden gem tourist location in the world is the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica, Central America. Those who are willing to travel long trips by small plane, car, and boat through the forest swamp will find this hidden paradise.

"More than two percent of the planet's biodiversity is in the wild and remote corners of Costa Rica," said Beard.

Quoted from the Time Out page, visitors can watch whales jumping at Golfo Dulce, slow lorises hanging on the trees of Corcovado National Park, crocodiles hiding in mangrove mud, to red ara and yellow-necked toucans flying freely.

No wonder this place is called one of the best ecotourism adventures in the world.

Visiting Tips

For those who wish to explore Osa, it should be noted that visits to Corcovado National Park must be arranged first. The best way is to order a tour with a licensed guide.

"I stayed at a bungalow jungle at the amazingly beautiful Corcovado Wilderness Lodge. From there, the guide took us through land and coastal routes, and even managed to show tapirs, various rare birds, to slow lorises that were difficult to find." said a tourist who shared his experience.

Why Is It Called Hidden Gem?

Not only is its natural beauty pure, but also because of challenging access to keep this place safe from crowds. This is precisely what makes the Osa Peninsula the most hidden gem tourist location in the world, a destination that is still natural, rich in wildlife, and provides an unforgettable experience for anyone who comes.