A Costa Rica vacation would mean a wild nature tripping adventure. It promises to be one of the most unforgettable. You will be amazed at the wonders of the earth.
If you are looking for the ultimate nature trip, then the Central American nation of Costa Rica is right for you. Here you can experience going up close to its several active volcanoes, getting to know its wonderful marine life, hiking through lush rain forests and going to the mountains to visit its several cloud forests.
Although the country of Costa Rica is small compare to its Central American neighbors, it is huge on bio diversity. Costa Rica is the ultimate nature paradise cause of its diverse flora and fauna. Whether you are a surf nut, beach bum, nature enthusiast or just someone looking for a place to chill out and escape the urban life for a while, come and visit Costa Rica and experience a vacation like no other!
Active volcanoes
There is no other place in the world like Costa Rica if you are fond of active volcanoes. Here you can marvel at the sight of its lava streams. Be amazed at the wonder of nature at its extremes. You can travel to some of its active volcanoes like, the Volcan Arenal, Poás or Irazú. There are several tours which can take you where the action really happens and there you can see the volcanoes erupting daily.
Rain Forests
The rainforests, tropical dry forests and cloud forests here in Costa Rica are home to an impressive variety of not only birds, but also lizards, monkeys, snakes, butterflies, sloths and frogs. Take a trip here to see a number of the rarest wildlife on the face of the earth including Leatherback turtles, Morpho butterflies, Scarlet Macaws and the Central American squirrel monkey. You can also take a canopy tour and zoom across the rainforest to appreciate incredible views of the jungle below.
Exploring the Coastline
For those people who like better the open spaces, take a trip along Costa Rica’s stunning coastline. Costa Rica, bordering the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans on either side, and being a habitat of an overabundance of amazing and exotic coral reefs and marine life, its coast literally offers many extraordinary opportunities to see various dolphin species, migrating whales, the endangered West Indian manatee and sea turtles as they swim along Costa Rica’s coasts.
Costa Rica, with its own unique take on ecotourism today has established its role as one of the foremost ecological vacation hotspots on the planet. Creating its image as an eco wonderland, Costa Rica promises you unforgettable vacations.
There are exciting activities here that await the visitors. You can go hiking along the trails of the tropical rainforests in their famous Corcovado National Park. The Palo Verde National is another park to explore. It is populated with many local and migratory birds. The hiking trail here is also recommended. You have the option to go boating to explore the other areas.
Visit Barra Honda Caverns if you are into a wild spelunking adventure. These caves are very well kept. The limestones inside have been there for many centuries already and are being protected.
It will take a boat trip to get to Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, but it will be worth it. The wildlife view here is one of the most spectacular you will ever see.
And of course, nature tripping will not be complete without beaches. And Costa Rica is a haven of wonderful beaches. In fact, it is good for water activities also like surfing. The surfing hotspots here include Playa Hermosa, Jaco, Tamarindo, and Pavones. The waves are perfect for a wild surfing adventure.
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