the spectacle of nature
The natural world really puts on a show when we leave the environment untouched. More than 900 species of birds visit or live in Costa Rica. Sea turtles choose our sands to lay their eggs in every year. Frogs and toads sing in the forests and wetlands. Monkeys swing through the trees. Honestly, there are so many species in our marine reserves and protected lands we couldn’t begin to name them all. But you can explore for yourself to see how many you can spot.
Inside Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve
If you’re looking for a destination that’s full of nature and trails and close to the beach, you can’t pass up the chance to explore Cabo Blanco.
A magical, natural forest: San Gerardo de Dota
San Gerardo is a community bordering the Los Quetzales National Park located at 2,200 meters above sea level, hidden in the folds of the Río Savegre Valley.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.
You can see sea turtles in Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast or Las Baulas National Marine Park on the Pacific coast.
Cahuita National Park, Carara National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, Santa Rosa National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Irazu Volcano National Park, Poás Volcano National Park, Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge and Caño Negro Mixed National Wildlife Refuge offer wheelchair access.
things to do
Find your perfect activity in Costa Rica.
finding your wild side
You might plan your trip to try to see migrating whales or manta rays. You may want to see the turtles hatch and take to the sea. Maybe you’re dying to spot a giant owl butterfly or add some new species to your birding journal. Here are some helpful articles about where to go and what time to visit to see these incredible sights.
10 experiences you can only have in Costa Rica
In just 19,729 square miles, Costa Rica harbors a wealth of biodiversity, a stunning variety of landscapes and ecosystems, and some of the friendliest and happiest people on the planet. Uniquely Costa Rican experiences are clearly pretty easy to come by.
Why do we celebrate Afro-Costa Rican History Month?
Costa Rica is not only defined by its incredible landscapes, the beauty of its flora and fauna, or its world-class beaches: there is something more that lies just under the surface in our country, which fills us with pride: our diverse, multi-ethnic heritage.
Who Is Essential To You? Campaign Itineraries
Costa Rica’s Pura Vida lifestyle, and the understanding of what is essential in life, was the core focus of the travel marketing campaign “Life’s Essentials Found Here.”
12 Tours You Have to Do in Monteverde
Monteverde is a unique destination that will easily make you fall in love. It is the land of ecotourism in the country. Here you can enjoy a green that will surround you at all times and a mist where it will seem like you are touching the clouds with your hands.
Discover Catarata La Leona
Of all the kinds of tourists, we know that there are some who love being in nature, cooling off in mountain pools. People with a sense of adventure, people looking for a nice hike and stunning photos, but who also want to relax and take in the surrounding scenery. Is this you?share your experience
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