Manuel Antonio National Park has quite a reputation. It’s the smallest national park in Costa Rica, consisting of 1,700 acres of land and over 130,000 acres of water. Don’t let the size fool you though, it has been rated as one of 12 most beautiful national parks by Forbes in 2011 and is one of […]
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Turrialba Volcano National Park – Information, Tips, Photos and Videos
Turrialba Volcano has been making headlines the past few years when it started erupting and spewing ash over San Jose and the Central Valley. Though volcanic activity has been noted since the 80’s, it has been gradually getting stronger every year since 2010 with 3 large eruptions in 2015, closing down the SJO airport and […]
Guide to Visiting La Marta Wildlife Refuge in Turrialba
Did you know that Costa Rica has over 50 wildlife refuges? Add that to the list of 31 national parks, 8 biological reserves and 13 forest reserves and you can understand why Costa Rica is such a hot destination for eco-tourism and nature. Though most travelers opt for visiting the national parks, there are many […]
Tortuguero National Park Travel Tips: Visiting the North Caribbean of Costa Rica
Tortuguero National Park, despite it’s remote location, is one of the leading ecotourism destinations in Costa Rica. With its long canals, lush rain forest, charming town and beaches, Tortuguero earns the nickname of the “Amazon of Costa Rica.” Though it is quite an adventure to get there, the entire Tortuguero experience makes up for it. […]
Ostional Wildlife Refuge – Protecting Mom and Baby Turtles
One of the most important locations in the world for the survival of Olive Ridley Sea turtles, Ostional Wildlife Refuge in Guanacaste consists of 238 hectares of protected land, including 15 km of beach where thousands of turtles can be seen laying their eggs. If one of your must-do or must-see things to do for […]
Arenal Volcano National Park Travel Tips
Arenal Volcano National Park is the second most visited national park in Costa Rica and a favorite destination of many visitors. There are several hiking trails in the national park as well as look out points to both the volcano and the lake, making it a great day trip for a leisurely hike in the […]
Tips for Hiking Rincon de la Vieja National Park – Mud Pots, Waterfalls and the Crater
Rincon de la Vieja National Park lies in the northwest corner of Costa Rica in the Guanacaste province, harboring a great deal of natural resources. With 32 permanent rivers and 16 intermittent streams, this area provides a large portion of water to Guanacaste and houses a myriad of wildlife. It’s a fairly large national park […]
