Rainforests of Costa Rica

Rain is to be expected on a rainforest expedition and Costa Rica is no exception. Recording soundscapes in the rainforests and cloud forests of this beautifully green Central American country reminds me of previous jungle experiences and also teaches me a few new lessons. Longer version at https://youtu.be/03sgLm-pLSA

Costa Rica - Jungle Rain

On my Costa Rica expedition I was reacquainted with howler monkey calls after first having heard them in the Amazon a few years prior. Longer version at https://youtu.be/emtVr3Mbjcg

Dawn in Costa Rica jungle - Howler monkey sounds

Costa Rica's rainforests are lively and active at night, even if it might not seem like it. A night walk in the jungle will reveal countless creatures going about their business - hunting or trying to avoid hunters, looking for food and sometimes searching for a mate. Longer version at https://youtu.be/hl7LaTWnDYA

Night in the jungles of Costa Rica

What does a creek flowing in the rainforest sound like? There's a fine balance between capturing the detail of the flowing water and including a little rainforest ambience in your recording as well. Long version at https://youtu.be/49HZoaP_yLk

Rainforest sounds - Calm creek in the jungle

The sound of a waterfall in a remote part of the rainforest is peaceful and soothing. There is a sweet spot where the balance between the detail of the water sounds and the wildlife calls is just right. Long version at https://youtu.be/PbgIks65fTE

Calm waterfall in the rainforest

The experience of being present and immersed in a rainforest can be a little overwhelming. The soundscape is busy at all times of day and night. The insect chorus is harsh and loud, unsettling at times. Longer version at https://youtu.be/dq4ApkgTHcY

Dawn in the rainforest

In the rainforest, each creature has its own little place in the frequency spectrum or time domain. The apparent chaos is random only when looked at (or listened to, rather) for very short durations. More details at https://youtu.be/E7byvKAJHGU

Costa Rica jungle atmosphere

The sound of soft rain in the rainforest at dawn is bliss. The soundscape is comforting, relaxing, reassuring. It's the perfect ambience for slowing down and immersing yourself into the jungle landscape. Long version at https://youtu.be/5Uk22dxfJJY

Rainy dawn in Costa Rica's rainforest

The rainforest comes alive with sound at night. Listen to the sounds of the jungle for a few minutes and you'll notice a myriad subtle changes. Long version at https://youtu.be/5mRnCsRXwv8

Night in the rainforest

When you're walking in a lush jungle it's very easy to miss small things like termites, ants, snakes or a gorilla (that totally happened by the way). Long version at https://youtu.be/WQa2E4iAnWQ

Dusk in the rainforest

The sound of a rainforest waking up on a rainy day is incredibly evocative. Heavy raindrops fall on leaves and vegetation all around. Long version at https://youtu.be/fRDUdndLSdE

Rainy morning in the jungle

Award winning sound recordist, audio director and expedition leader - Dune: Part Two | Mufasa: The Lion King | Horizon Forbidden West | Wordscapes

Rainforests of Costa Rica

George Vlad