the exceptional comes naturally
It’s an honor to be able to protect natural wonders as beautiful as ours. Majestic volcanoes, tranquil beaches, tropical forests, exhilarating jungles and incredible marine habitats are yours to explore. More than 25% of our national territory is reserved for conservation, making Costa Rica a global leader in environmental efforts. We recommend you check the website www.sinac.go.cr to verify which of the national parks have available the online ticket purchase system available.
10 Waterfalls You Have to See
Our country is home to impressive waterfalls that are a preferred destination for many. It’s a common practice to get together with friends on the weekend to explore a new one.
20 reasons to put Costa Rica on top of your travel list
If you can barely remember the last time you left your state, let alone got on a plane, you’re in plenty of company. After a year or more of being largely housebound, when we finally come out on the other side, our “first trip” out of the country will feel extra special.
A natural phenomenon awaits you in Monteverde
Make your next trip to Monteverde! It’s a magical place that’s full of views of the sea, hotels that disappear among the mountains and incredible food.
Visit Prusia’s magical forest
Cartago is a province with plenty to offer tourists: visits to volcanoes, taking in its lookouts and seeing the spots where important historical events took place. The Prusia Forest is the perfect weekend escape for families, couples or friends.
7 reasons Costa Rica is the ultimate vacation spot
A couple of millennia ago, Roman philosopher Seneca said, “Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” He got it partially right. Travel boosts, restores, and expands not just the mind, but also our bodies and our senses.plugged into nature
In Costa Rica, we know our health and happiness are tied to the environment – and we’re happy to make it a national priority. From creating natural reserves to prioritizing renewable energy, we’re helping to lead the way in creating a sustainable future. Explore any of our national parks, and we think you’ll understand why conservation is so important to us.
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FAQs and tips
The main difference is the amount of rain. It doesn’t rain as much in the cloud forest as it does in the rainforest. The species of flora and fauna may also differ.
Be sure to bring insect repellent, a raincoat with a hood and a comfortable pair of hiking boots.
Cahuita National Park, Carara National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Irazú Volcano National Park, Poás Volcano National Park, Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, Caño Negro Mixed National Wildlife Refuge and Santa Rosa National Park offer wheelchair access.
Il Viaggio Travel offers special trips for visitors who need added consideration.
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Welcome to Miravalles National Park
This marvel of nature was designated as a national park to commemorate World Environment Day on June 5, 2019. It is a tribute to one of the country’s great advocates for the conservation of natural spaces, and a driving force behind national parks.
Discover the History of Isla San Lucas National Park
Welcome to a national park that’s infused with history, which didn’t gain its designation as a national park until September 2020, since it used to be one of the country’s wildlife refuges.
Explore Juan Castro Blanco National Park
Juan Castro Blanco National Park is located to the east of Ciudad Quesada and is surrounded by the districts of Aguas Zarcas, Venecia, Laguna, Tapezco, Altamira, Sarchí, Toro Amarillo and Río Cuarto, among others.
Hiking the trails of Manuel Antonio
If hiking is your thing, Manuel Antonio National Park has 6 different options for you to enjoy one of the country’s most visited parks.
5 places in Costa Rica you won’t find in most guidebooks
Costa Rica isn’t hurting for visitors, and with all those fellow travelers on the road, you might expect it to be difficult to get off the beaten path. But consider this: Costa Rica is home to a full 6% of the world’s biodiversity and counting.share your experience
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