Points of Interest: Places to go and Things to do in Costa Rica

Located in the heart of Central America, Costa Rica is one of the places where you bond with nature and experience sustainable tourism at the same time. Costa Rica’s stunning beaches are surely worth a visit. You will have the best holiday when close to nature and stay at any of Costa Rica beach rentals with fantastic views of the vastness of the seas.

Who would say no to the magnificent sunset view of the sun as it kisses the sea goodnight?

Sandwiched between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica has rich flora and fauna. The majority of its land area is a protected nature reserve that is home to thousands of incredible wildlife.

A good number of sustainable tourism campaigns are ongoing around the country, helping to promote and protect nature which has been one of the main reasons why visitors from around the globe visit Costa Rica.

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There are also different types of activities in Costa Rica. As mentioned earlier it is perfect for nature and beach lovers. Costa Rica is also known for their adventure tourism, from the famous Arenal Volcano up to the wildly running streams for some adrenalin white water rafting is just some of the things to do in Costa Rica.

There are also various activities that can cater to families with kids and romantic couples’ getaways.

Here are the places to visit in Costa Rica that are worth doing and seeing!

1. Natural Reserves, National Park and Protected Areas

Majority of Costa Rica’s land area are natural reserves, national parks and protected areas. These truly give us a clear-cut message that the country has truly maximised their effort in conserving and protecting their environment for sustainability of nature and also for the next generation to come.

The majority of energy sources are from sustainable green energy such as solar, geothermal, biomass and water sources without compromising the environment. The outstanding practice of the country sourcing green energy is way better than the leading European countries.

2. Arenal Volcano

There are around ten volcanoes dotted around Costa Rica. It has become one of the main attractions. There are various treks to the volcanoes crater for the brave souls, and just in case you’d rather have a relaxing stay near the volcanoes; there are plenty of hot springs to choose from.

Among the volcanoes in Costa Rica, Arenal Volcano is the most visited one.  The Arenal volcano’s symmetry shape has captured visitors heart. The Arenal volcano is considered the most active volcano in Costa Rica.

Whitewater rafting is also a popular activity in Costa Rica. During the rainy season, the rapid’s current will be stronger thus will add more adrenalin rush factor to this adventurous ride.  Warning! This is not for the faint-hearted.

3. Tortuguero National Park

Tortuguero National Park is the national pride of Costa Rica. The name of the place “Tortuguero” is translated as “Region of Turtles”. Located in the Northeastern region of Costa Rica along the Caribbean coast, the Tortuguero National Park is a vital nesting place for the endangered green turtles and other sea turtles.

The breeding period for the green turtle is from July to October. The hatching season is magnificent to witness. The rich flora and fauna of the Tortuguero National Park is also something that is worth visiting.  Along with the famous green turtles, there are other sea turtles and wildlife that consider the Tortuguero National Park as their home.

Some sea turtles that can also be found are the Olive ridley turtle, Hawksbill Turtle and Leatherback turtle to name a few. When it comes to the flora of the Tortuguero National park, it has a massive array of different species of trees and plants.

The mangrove forests are one of the leading wildlife sanctuaries in the country. Their conservation efforts to protect the Tortuguero National Park has been paramount not only by the government but all the stakeholders and locals.

4. Guanacaste

The Guanacaste region is located in the northwestern part of Costa Rica, and it shares borders with Nicaragua. It is home to the most beautiful tropical beaches in the country.

Due to its location, it is considered as the sunniest place in Costa Rica. It has the longest dry season, and sometimes it lasts almost the whole year making it popular with the tourists, beach lovers and sun worshipers! The 200 kilometres long coast of this region has been a favourite surfing hotspot. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this is one activity that you should not miss in Costa Rica.

There are a few popular surfing areas that are worth checking out in Guanacaste region. These are Tamarindo; then this is the one for you. Witches Rock, are comprised of 3 kilometres of the shallow sandy bottom. This area is another great spot for surfing. The traditional time to visit this area is from December to March when most of the high waves come!

Playa Negra has been seen in the popular movie – Endless Summer II. This has made it popular with the surfing community. The Playa Junquillal and Playa Avellana are worth visiting; they are both starting to get attraction from tourists because the waves are more for beginners and it is a family-friendly area.

So there you have it! Here are some of the places that are worth visiting in Costa Rica! If you have been to Costa Rica, I would love to know more about your experience of visiting the country.

Indeed, it is a Pura Vida in Costa Rica!