One of Costa Rica’s most remote, wild and intense places is Cocos Island National Park. This isolated oceanic island, located 550 kilometers (340 miles) off the Pacific coast is a safe haven for marine wildlife, specifically sharks. As an uninhabited island covered in tropical rain and cloud forest with a famously rich history, Cocos Island […]
Costa Rica National Park
Cahuita National Park Visitor’s Guide
Cahuita National Park is one of the best national parks in Costa Rica due to its stunning white sand beaches, lush jungle and plethora of wildlife. It’s not very far from Puerto Viejo and it’s free, making it one of the must do’s in the Caribbean south. If you love wildlife, hiking and nature, then […]
Irazu Volcano National Park: Highest Volcano in Costa Rica
As the tallest volcano in Costa Rica standing at 11,260 feet (3,432 meters), Irazu is undoubtedly one of the most impressive natural attractions in the country. No noticeable activity has occurred since the 90s, making Irazu Volcano National Park an excellent place to see a spectacular volcano crater. Here is our guide to help plan […]
Carara National Park: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise
Carara National Park is a popular national park for bird watchers. It is right in between the change of dry to tropical rainforest, so it’s an excellent place to see nature. Furthermore, this national park is home to the largest population of nesting Scarlet Macaws. This post will help you plan your visit to Carara […]
Manuel Antonio: The Quintessential Coastal Town Rainforest Village
The small coastal village of Manuel Antonio is one of the top destinations in Costa Rica thanks to its plethora of luxury hotels, abundance of wildlife and beautiful tropical nature. For these reasons, Manuel Antonio holds many of the bests in Costa Rica: one of the best places to visit in Costa Rica, best beaches […]
Turrialba Volcano National Park – Information, Tips, Photos and Videos
Turrialba Volcano is the second tallest volcano in Costa Rica and just a 2.5 hour drive away from San Jose. It has been very active on and off the last few years, making it an impressive volcano to see up close. If you’re interested in visiting Turrialba Volcano National Park, make sure to check the […]






