Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on one coast and the Caribbean Sea on the other, with evergreen jungles, volcanoes, fast waterfalls, monkeys, colorful birds and many happy people, Costa Rica is both the land of coffee and sloths (a combination at least funny), being a favorite travel destination for many tourists.
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Dramatic ridges, pristine beaches and lush tropical forests in such a deep green shade that few of us imagine it in the color spectrum - all are revealed in Costa Rica. The country ranks first in the Happy Planet Index, according to economic and social considerations, as well as according to the ecological footprint, the "sustainable well-being" of nations.
"Pura Vida" (pure life) - the slogan present everywhere in Costa Rica - best summarizes the essence of this destination. Everything here is authentic and natural: from eco-lodges sheltered by pristine rainforests, strictly protected natural parks, bird colonies and wildlife of rare biodiversity, to activities you can do - surfing in dramatic locations, rainforest canopy zipline tours, rafting, climbing the walls of the waterfalls, or simply pampering and relaxing on the golden beaches. By choosing Costa Rica, you will feel as if you have visited several continents in a single vacation.
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Central Valley
With a mild and dry climate all year round and landscapes of rare beauty, the region called Central Valley or Meseta Central, concentrates more than 70% of the country's population. It is a predominantly agricultural area, due to the fertile soils rich in minerals, formed following the erruptions of the two still active volcanoes, Irazu and Poas. The highest of them is Irazu, from where, on a clear day, one can see both the Indian Ocean and the Carribean Sea. It last errrupted in 1994, but it is still active, the images of the bubbling crater being highly spectacular.
The capital San Jose, the cultural hub of the country, where the focus is mainly on nature, is also located in Central Valley, as well as the many coffee plantations that made Costa Rica famous.
Tortuguero
Crossing Carillo National Park, you reach the Cano Blanco dock, the gateway to Tortuguero Nature Park. A turtle paradise, as its name implies, the place has a special charm – it is a cocktail of interesting and diverse cultures, the traditions of Hispanic Indians mixing with those of the Miskitu population of Nicaragua and the Afro-Caribbean peoples.
The best way to explore the park is by taking a boat ride on the winding canals or hiking in the rainforest, in search of caimans, sloths, toucans, turtles and monkeys.
But the stars of the park are the many species of turtles (Hawksbill, Loggerhead, Green and Leatherback) that go out on land at night, on Tortuguero Beach. Watching these great creatures crawling on the beach to lay their eggs in the sand, you will have the feeling that you are in a documentary made by David Attenborough.
Arenal
Arenal, a symmetrical cone-shaped volcano, is without a doubt the most popular and well-recognized of Costa Rica’s volcanoes, dominating the fertile landscape of Arenal Volcano National Park. Until recently, it was the country’s most active volcano with an average of 41 eruptions per day, spilling enormous amounts of lava, gas, and ash.
This eruptive cycle, which began in 1968 and ended in October 2010, entered an indefinite resting phase. Although its visitors will no longer be able to watch the explosions and lava flows that made Arenal famous and ranked it among the ten most active volcanoes in the world, they can still enjoy the splendor of nature and the many activities that can be practiced here.
It is the ideal place to explore the jungle, across a series of fixed and hanging bridges overlooking the forest canopy, set off on a zipline adventure for an unparalleled bird’s eye view of Arenal, paddle along the forested waterways and discover hidden waterfalls where colorful parrots and toucans are the only spectators. After a day full of adrenaline and physical effort, nothing can be more pleasant than relaxing in one of the many volcano-fed thermal hot springs in the area.
Manuel Antonio
If all beaches of Costa Rica were to participate in a beauty contest, Manuel Antonio would definitely be crowned the winner. Despite being the smallest national park in Costa Rica, it is the most visited (over 140,000 tourists annualy).
This green paradise perfectly combines all the elements that have made Costa Rica a magnet for nature lovers: hot sand on wild beaches, turquoise waters of the ocean, biodiversity (in an area of only 683 hectares live 109 species of mammals and 184 species of birds) and plenty of outdoor activities that increase adrenaline level.
Experiences
We have selected a list of experiences that will bring you closer to the nature, people and culture of the places visited. Whether you prefer outdoor activities, adrenaline, you like to enjoy local cuisine or you are passionate about history and culture, choose one or more experiences that suit your style for a dream holiday in Costa Rica.
Hotels
For a complete, authentic experience, we have selected several hotel options, each with its specificity and charm. Our selection represents only a small part of what each destination has to offer. If the hotel of your dreams is not in our selection and you want other proposals for your vacation in Costa Rica, contact us.
