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Arenal Volcano Region
The Arenal Volcano has been "asleep" for hundred of years, now it has resumed its activity. It is a huge mountain crowned by a beautiful crater from where lava and smoke escape. It is covered with dense vegetation. At the foot of the volcano is a wonderful lake.
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Guanacaste Region
Long summer days and beautiful beaches are two phrases that best define what Guanacaste is all about. A province for the active soul, Guanacaste draws visitors with its stunning shoreline, incredible bird watching, amazing horseback riding, excellent surfing, superb snorkeling and wonderful mountain lake windsurfing. With so much to do, it's easy to understand why so many people come to visit this amazing province.
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Monteverde Region
Considered to be the second most popular tourist destination in Costa Rica, the Monteverde area is one of the most naturally breathtaking places in the country.This region’s main claim to fame is that some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful cloud forests are found in this area. A private reserve, Monteverde is the new home to Costa Rica’s Quaker commun.
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Jaco and Playa Hermosa Region
Situated along the Central Pacific Coast, Jaco and Playa Hermosa are topnotch surf zones with consistent breaks all year round. Ideal for experts as well as beginners to surf here.’ Playa Hermosa is for the expert surfer, and holds an international surfing competition here every year. Also, Jaco beach is a very active town that can also be very relaxing.
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Manuel Antonio Region
For many reasons, this is one of the most requested destinations in all of Costa Rica. A stunning 20 minute Nature Air flight from San Jose lands you in one of the most beautiful and popular spots in Costa Rica. The panoramic views offered by the dramatic cliffs are truly gorgeous, and can be enjoyed in a wide variety of accommodations from boutique hotels to luxury villas. The town center of Quepos is a charming blend of seaside restaurants, bars, hotels, bakeries, art galleries and gift shops.
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Sarapiqui Region
The Saripiqui region in Costa Rica is known for its natural beauty and abounds indifferent species of birds. Sarapiqui is a great place to enjoy this country's amazing natural beauty, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui is perfect for those who enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, horseback riding, bird watching, white water rafting, or kayaking.
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San José Region
The capital of Costa Rica, San Jose is located in the heart of the Meseta Central in the Central Valley. Sitting in the northern region of San Jose province, San Jose sits right in the center of Costa Rica. It has a lot to offer, from multicultural restaurants, huge museums theaters and cinemas and much more. You will surely enjoy your visit to our capital city.
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Tortuguero, Northen Caribbean Region
Tortuguero protects a unique series of natural inland waterways that are home to many species. More than 300 species of birds live in Tortuguero for all or part of the year. Birdwatchers commonly see keel-billed toucans, slaty tailed trogons, Montezuma oropendulas and a variety of parrots. Birds common along the canals include green and great blue herons, egrets, belted kingfishers, anhingas, jacanas, sun grebes and several species of hawks and kites. Tortuguero is the largest nesting area in the Caribbean for the green sea turtle.
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Puerto Viejo, Cahuita and Southern Caribean Region
The Southern Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica is truly a wonderful place to visit with its laidback environment, spicy piquant food, and unique Afro-Caribbean culture. The heart and soul of the Caribbean Coast, this region with its rich flavors has become a tourist favorite for those who are looking to relax and have some fun in the sun.Costa Rica's Southern Caribbean Coast and you will find yourself in what can only be described as mini Jamaica's with dreadlocked Rastafarians, reggae and calypso music being played in the streets, delicious Costa Rican Creole cooking aromas, and a confusing mix of a Spanish - English dialect that is spoken here.
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Turrialba Region
Turrialba is a quiet town with its charming street corners and gorgeous surrounding sceneries is among the few places in Costa Rica with direct access to a volcano's crater. From the summit of the volcano, you can on a clear day, see the Irazu, Poas and Barva volcanoes in the distance. Among the most rarely visited national parks in Costa Rica, the Turrialba Volcano National Park is home of the active Turrialba Volcano, whose last major eruption occurred in 1866. The volcano itself is only 15 km northwest of town.
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Peninsula de Osa Region
The primary and secondary rainforests and the rugged natural beauty of the Osa Peninsula make this region among the most beautiful areas in Costa Rica. Declared 'one of the most biologically intense places on earth' by the National Geographic Magazine, the Osa Peninsula with Puerto Jimenez and Drake's Bay have today, becoming the premier eco-tourism destination in this enchanting county.
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Tortuguero Canals and Pacuare River´s Mouth (Central Caribbean Region)
Tortuguero Canals and Pacuare River´s Mouth Region is located in the lower section of the Tortuguero Canals and right on the Madre de Dios Lagoon on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. This region is considered as one of the most diverse ecological sites of the Americas and wild life sanctuary because of its unique and wide diversity of biological species. It is an important migratory corridor of bird species, one of the last protected humid forests of the world.
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