Costa Rica
Natural parks and volcanos
Welcome to Costa Rica
If you ever wondered where all those films set on tropical island paradises did their filming, there’s a good chance it was Costa Rica. This Central American nation is a true paradise in every sense of the word. Volcanic mountain peaks, white sandy beaches, dense forests, and national parks.
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Best sights in Costa Rica
San Jose (capital)
Costa Rica’s capital is also its largest city, which means it’s a place with a little bit of every part of the local culture, both modern and traditional, with bars and restaurants galore to enjoy!
Monteverde (137 km from San Jose)
This natural landscape is an ecotourist’s dream. Canopy walks, hikes and treks across the landscape; it’s both peaceful and exhilarating. Monteverde cloud forest is endless and teeming with wildlife.
Tamarindo (258 km from San Jose)
If you’re someone who loves to see some of the most beautiful events in nature, you’ll find turtles nesting in Tamarindo. And if you love to surf, this is one of the best spots to do it!
Manuel Antonio national park (171 km from San Jose)
Three of the most gorgeous parts of nature are lush forests, coral reefs and white beaches. This national park has all three and then some! It’s a perfect place of absolute beauty.
Tortuguero national park (86km from San Jose)
This national park is a protected area where sea turtles nest annually. It also has freshwater lagoons which you can take a canoe across to explore for yourself, taking in the beauty of the rainforest.
Arenal Volcano (138 km from San Jose)
This dormant volcano is covered from base to peak in lush, thick greenery, making it a very unique-looking volcano. It stands so proud and prominently above the rest of the landscape.
Where to go
Map of Costa Rica
Map of Costa Rica

Central America (Costa Rica)

Central America (Costa Rica)
Best time to visit
December to April is what they call the dry season in Costa Rica. It’s the best time to explore the rainforests and national parks. There’s no humidity to exhaust you and make you feel uncomfortable, and no rain to keep you indoors.
These five months offer perfect weather that’s dry, cool, and neither too hot nor too cold. Any other month can be quite unpredictable in terms of rainfall and humidity.
Practical info
Posts from Costa Rica
Posts from Costa Rica
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