Costa Rica activities directory
Costa Rica is an exuberant country, where in each corner you can see the extraordinary biodiversity that composes it. The territory is divided by multiple options that will allow you to live a unique experience, for example, its 29 national parks, 71 wildlife refuges, 8 biological reserves and a series of protected areas perfect for many activities.
Its 12 differentiated climatic zones, will allow you to feel in a short distance and duration a variety of environments that will help you live to the fullest each place you visit.
All these characteristics make Costa Rica a destination to enjoy at any time of the year.
Include in your itinerary water transport options, air tours, recreational activities, thematic activities, among other attractions.
The companies that are in this directory have recognitions such as the CST (Tourism Sustainability Certificate), which is a program designed to categorize tourism companies according to the actions they take in favor of sustainability, which makes them have a better management of natural, social and cultural resources. Currently, there are two levels of CST, the BASIC and ELITE, with the latter being the second best classification of the standard.
Likewise, the Tourism Declaration is another of the awards granted by the ICT (Costa Rican Tourism Board) to companies that meet the technical, economic and legal requirements indicated in the respective regulations. These requirements will request a high quality of the tourist product they provide.
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Ruins surrounded by culture!
A site with a rich history, Ujarrás is a town in the Cachí District of Paraíso Canton in Cartago, which in addition to its privileged setting in the Orosi Valley, holds a wealth of history from our ancestors.
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Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Reserve
Have you ever visited the Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Reserve? The opportunity to explore its trails is one that simply can’t be missed.
Explore the Isla Guayabo Biological Reserve
This reserve is part of the Tempisque Conservation Area, along with Isla Negritos Biological Reserve (covering the two islands) and Los Pájaros Biological Reserve. They are located in the Gulf of Nicoya facing Playa Naranjo, and can be seen from on board the Puntarenas ferry on its way to and from P...