Costa Rica is expensive and it’s something most people are surprised about. Unfortunately, just because it’s in Central America doesn’t mean there are only cheap things to do in Costa Rica. It’s one of the things you must know about Costa Rica before visiting! However, that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to enjoy Costa […]
Activities and tours Costa Rica
Buena Vista Eco Adventure Park
If you’re staying on the Guanacaste coast and looking for a day tour that gives you an excellent value, check out the Buena Vista Eco Adventure Park located in Rincon de la Vieja. The Buena Vista adventure combo tour includes a canopy tour, horseback riding, hot springs, mud baths, and a water slide, all on […]
Arenal Horseback Riding Tour: Beautiful Scenery and View Points
“Wow, this is beautiful,” I thought to myself as we approached the viewpoint. Despite Arenal Volcano hiding behind some clouds, the view was breathtaking. Deep green forest stretched in front of us for miles and miles. A slight mist hung quietly over the top of the trees and birds sang cheerily in the distance. It […]
13 Things to do in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
One of the best things about visiting Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is that despite being a small town, there is a plethora of fun things to do in Puerto Viejo. With a lush rain forest, stunning beaches and tons of wildlife, Puerto Viejo is one of the best places to go for relaxation, nature and […]
Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Atlantic: Caribbean Adventure Park and Ecology Tours
If you’re using San Jose as a home base or are driving from San Jose to Puerto Viejo or Tortuguero on the Caribbean coast, there is one adventure park just 45 minutes outside the city that offers a wonderful experience in the rainforest: Rainforest Adventures Atlantic Braulio Carrillo. This park borders the Braulio Carrillo National […]
Irazu Volcano Tour from San Jose
If you have a free day in San Jose and want to see a volcano, Irazu Volcano is an excellent option as it’s just a 1.5 hour drive from the capital city. If you don’t have a rental car and don’t want to deal with taking the public bus, many tour companies offers Irazu Volcano […]






