Costa Rica is one of the most visited countries in Central America as well as one of the most visited tourist destinations internationally. It is one of the most peaceful countries around the world, as the country hasn’t had an army since 1949. Costa Rica is not that big in size but still shelters 5 percent of the existing biodiversity in the entire world.
Traveling to Costa Rica is also not that big a deal either, as it is closely connected to the Juan Santamaría International Airport. The small rain forested Central American country is just 10 kilometers away from San Jose. If you’re planning a trip to the small country with its coastline along the line of the Pacific and the Caribbean you must first know the best things about the country which makes it unique.
The plant life, the animal kingdom, the oxcart and the yoke in the world, the legacy of the world of Costa Rica all call to you to get there and experience it firsthand. Whether it’s the national parks or the boating in the free waters of the lakes and other water lagoons, visit the little Amazons of the country and explore the biggest rainforest which came into the limelight with the huge success of the Hollywood Sci-Fi mystery thriller.
You can visit Costa Rica with many kinds of trips in mind. It can be an adventure trip or a solo solitude journey, or maybe you’re looking to get face to face with nature. Each situation entails a unique separate itinerary. Here are some ideas –
Adventure trip
If you’re in Costa Rica with a group of your rowdiest friends then there will be a lot of sporting activities and visitations. I have just the plan for you in mind. Read ahead –
After you arrive at the Juan Santamaría International Airport serving the San Jose capital city you should start your trip right away with Arenal Volcano and National Park where you can go for canopy tours and zip lining. Good start for an adventure trip, eh? On your third or fourth day explore the water lagoons of the Lake Arenal where you can engage in various sporting activities like kayaking, mountain biking, canyoning, hot springs and much more. There is more when it comes to the famous water bodies of the country. Hike to the La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim as well as try out horseback riding by the side of the waterfront. Wrap up your trip with a trip to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
You can always mix it up with certain different options which can be explored in the same trip. You can go to Turrialba Town, a small city well-known for sporting adventures like rappelling, biking, and hiking. If you’re a fan of national park tours there are numerous options to traverse through such as Tapanti National Park, Irazu Volcano National Park among others.
Culture trip
If you’re thinking of exploring the ethnicity and the culture of the country you should start your trip with a visit to the many markets, museums, and theatres strewn across the length and breadth of the country. Then go to the iconic Oxcart factory, explore the Poás Volcano, an active 2,708-metre stratovolcano in central Costa Rica. Discover the town of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca and also make a day trip to the Bribri Indigenous Reserve. Cahuita National Park, a marine national park is also something you check out during the last days of your trip.
Relaxation trip
If you’re in Costa Rica just for the sake of relaxation then I won’t make you roam around too much, I promise. National Theatre, Gold Museum, Central Market explore these places on the way from the airport to your place of stay. Trust me on this, if you’re looking out for rest, it is best to make a short trip while you’re already en route rather than getting out of your accommodation after settling in. Spend an entire day swimming and just ogling at the beautiful scenery at the Bajos del Toro Amarillo waterfall. No matter what is the purpose of your trip a visit to the Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal is a must, just for the sake of experience such enrichingly beautiful places. Nosara and surrounding areas are great for those who want to spend some time breathing in an out in the midst of nature and the pure, untarnished and fresh air of the beaches to do yoga or other kinds of exercise.
Nature trip
Make your first points of visit the Irazú Volcano or the Poas Volcano if you’re looking to come closer to the cradle of nature. Make it a point to go to the Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa for the ultimate rejuvenation of the body and mind. Spend a day at the Tortuguero village with numerous options to go for canal tours, turtle tours, hiking, kayaking. Explore the dangerous waters of the Sarapiquí and try out river tours and pineapple tours.
Whatever reason you decide to go to Costa Rica for, there are enough options for everyone in the small but diverse land which is the heart of Central American tourism.
