Established in 1972, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve has largely been considered as one of Costa Rica’s most treasured places. This 4,000 hectare (9884 acre) private reserve protects a very delicate and sadly diminishing ecosystem: the tropical cloud forests. The original settlers, a group of Quakers recognized the vulnerability of the cloud forests and set […]
Activities and tours Costa Rica
Visit Curubande: Adventures and Breathtaking Nature in Rincon de la Vieja
When it comes to unique experiences and places in Costa Rica, Curubande de Liberia is one of them. This tiny town near the Rincon de la Vieja National Park may not seem like much at first glance, but it offers plenty when it comes to adventure and nature. It’s also one of the best places […]
Monteverde Night Walk: It is Definitely Worth it!
A night walk is one of the “must do’s” in Costa Rica and lots of people ask us if a Monteverde night walk is worth it. In this post, you’ll see why we absolutely think yes, a night walk in Monteverde is worth it! There are several private reserves to do a night walk and […]
Buena Vista Eco Adventure Park
People always ask me how many days they should stay in Costa Rica and the first thing I ask is, “What do you want to do?” If you’re here just to get some sun and relax, then I think 5 days is plenty but if you have an adventurous spirit and want to explore, give […]
La Fortuna Night Walk: See the Critters of the Night
When the sun goes down, the jungles of Costa Rica awakens with the creatures of the night beginning their day. Many tropical animals are nocturnal and one of the best ways to experience the Costa Rican rainforest to its fullest is to take a night walk. A guided night walk in Costa Rica will allow […]
Costa Rica Scuba Diving: Open Water, Discovery Dives, Best Time, Best Spots and More
As someone who spent much of her childhood in and around water and studied to be a marine biologist, I had always wanted to get my scuba diving certification. And I finally did for my 32nd birthday! I completed my PADI open water certification and if you are thinking about scuba diving in Costa Rica […]