ACTIVITIES

Costa Rica is a perfect destination for anyone interested in hiking. The country is criss-crossed with trails. The scenery as amazing and diverse. Choose from winding trails in the tropical lowlands to steep trails in the Central Highlands. Hiking is one of the great ways to really experience Costa Rica at its finest.

Costa Rica is home to numerous national parks and all have some type of trails. Some treks may last an hour our two, while others can extend more than a day. Some of the more popular extended trails climb up some of the many volcanoes spread throughout Costa Rica. Numerous tour companies can help you plan your adventure.

Horseback Riding

Horseback riding is an extremely popular activity for local and visitor alike. Opportunities to go riding are available in most parts of the country and are an excellent way to get an up-close look at Costa Rica. As with hiking, the trail rides can be as short as an hour or two, or can last up to a few days. One of the more interesting rides is from the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve to Volcan Arenal. It is an amazing ride through pristine rainforest that terminates at the base of one of the most active volcanoes in the world! \

Many tour operators and resort offer horse back riding tours. Information for one of these tours can be found all over Costa Rica.

Sailing Trips

Costa Rica is famous for its warm water and beaches. A variety of companies offer sailing trips up an down the coast of the country. The waters are amazing and the view of the beaches and coastline is amazing. Some longer trips will head out to the Isla Cocos, which is a popular dive site.

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling

Costa Rica is famous for it underwater wonders. Dive and snorkeling spots range from coral reefs close to shore to the offshore island called the Isla Cocos. These spots are home to a wondeful array of diverse marine life which include: colorful corrals, shark, angel fish, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, and much more!

The country offers something very every kind of diver or snorkeler. Don't know how to scuba dive? Throughout Costa Rica you will find some great dive shops with experienced teachers and reasonable prices.

Let the adventure begin!

Sportfishing

Costa Rica is a mecca for sport fishermen from all over the world. The waters off the Pacific coastal areas are home to sailfish, marlin, and many other sport fish.

Some of the more popular fishing town include Quepos and Flamingo. Numerous outfits run trips throughout the year. You can set up a trip prior to heading to Costa Rica or set something up once you are in the country.

Is That All?

Of course not! Costa Rica has so many different things to do you could not possible list them all on one page. If you have questions feel free to contact us. You will also find that our Spanish language school have excellent resources about what to do, how to do it, and who to do it with!

Much of the information on our site as it relates to Costa Rica is:

Courtesy of Christopher P. Baker and Avalon Travel Publishing.
© 2004 Christopher P. Baker. All Rights Reserved.

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