Nature

Located between two oceans and two continents, the country of Costa Rica is set apart by the intense biodiversity on display within its borders and by its efforts to preserve these natural wonders through future development. No matter what region of Costa Rica you visit, there are unique habitats and ecosystems supporting a wide range of species. The featured nature destinations below are particularly great places for nature-enthusiasts to appreciate hiking through the forest and for travelers hoping to spot monkeys in the canopy, find rare birds tending to their nests, or see enormous whales breaching the surface of the Pacific.

 
Monteverde
Central Highlands, Costa Rica

Cool, misty cloudforest and deep green foliage is what has made Monteverde an absolute hot spot for eco tourism in the Central Highlands of Costa Rica. Rated 9.2/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Tram   Zip Lines  
Drake Bay
South Pacific, Costa Rica

Resting on the northern side of the Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay (Bahía Drake) is an adventure-seekers paradise. Rated 9.5/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Hiking   Scuba Diving  
Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui
Northern Lowlands, Costa Rica

Surrounded by lush green forests and banana plantations, this main city was once just a small port town. Rated 8.7/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Hiking   Rafting  
Tenorio and Miravalles Volcano
Guanacaste, Costa Rica

The Tenorio and Miravalles Volcano area is located in northern highlands along Guanacaste's eastern border with the Alajuela Province. Rated 8.3/10 by visitors.


Horseback Riding   Hiking   Rafting  
Puerto Jimenez
South Pacific, Costa Rica

Puerto Jiménez might be the best town from which to access Corcovado National Park. Rated 8.1/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Hiking   Sport Fishing  
San Gerardo de Dota
South Central, Costa Rica

A haven for birdwatchers and hikers awaits visitors around the town of San Gerardo de Dota, huddled up against the roaring Talamanca Mountain Range. Rated 9.4/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Hiking  
Tortuguero
Caribbean, Costa Rica

The Caribbean Coast is home to the beautiful town of Tortuguero and it's National Park. Rated 9.2/10 by visitors.


Turtle Nestling Tour   Guided Tours   Boat Tours  
Carate
South Pacific, Costa Rica

Carate is situated along Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast in the wonderfully isolated Osa Peninsula. Rated 9.1/10 by visitors.


Bird Watching   Hiking   Guided Tours  
Boca Tapada
Northern Lowlands, Costa Rica

Boca Tapada Costa Rica is located in the northern lowlands nearby the mouth of the San Carlos river which forms the border between Costa Rica and Nicaracua. Rated 10.0/10 by visitors.


Kayaking   Bird Watching  
Cano Negro
Northern Lowlands, Costa Rica

The fascinating wet lands of Caño Negro are found in the Northern Zone, near the town of Los Chiles which is just kilometers from the border of Nicaragua. Rated 9.0/10 by visitors.


Fresh Water Fishing   Bird Watching   Boat Tours  




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