June is the green season finding its confidence. Pacific waterfalls run at full volume. The Caribbean coast — which operates on a nearly inverted weather pattern from the Pacific — enters one of its better periods. Sea turtle season on the Caribbean beaches is in full swing. This is the month the jungle is loudest.
Highlights this month
- ✓Pacific waterfalls at peak seasonal flow — most dramatic conditions of the year
- ✓Green sea turtle nesting season peaks on the Caribbean coast
- ✓Caribbean coast beaches in good condition — often drier than the Pacific in June
- ✓Bioluminescence most visible in calm coastal bays during new moon periods
Best for
Waterfall chasingCaribbean coast travelTurtle watchingSnorkelingNight experiences
Photography
Dramatic storm light over the Pacific is June's photographic signature. Late afternoon cloud formations over volcanic peaks are extraordinary. Bioluminescence photography requires a completely dark bay and a new moon.
Worth knowing
Some jungle trails become genuinely impassable after heavy rains. Check with local guides before attempting remote routes — river crossings can become dangerous quickly.