Month: August 2017

This beautiful tourist attraction is located 24km from Liberia, in Guanacaste. It has been declared the third most active volcano in Costa Rica, in fact its last eruption was on May 23, 2017, before this one there was a major eruption on March 30, 2016. In the 19th century, the volcano was used as a natural lighthouse for navigators, as its eruptions were surprising. It's one of the country's largest volcanoes, with a volume of 130km3: it has 9 eruptive centers, in the national park you can enjoy numerous 38-degree hot springs (you can...

The Sarapiquí area is part of the province of Heredia and covers 85% of its territory. To the north, Sarapiqui borders Nicaragua. The history of this region is quite interesting: long ago, it was a trading point between the Huétar tribe and the Mayan and Inca empires. Sarapiquí was also inhabited by the Votos (or botos), an ancient indigenous people of Costa Rica who shared the land with the Tises, Katapas and Guatusos. However, the Votos were the most important people. Another important historical fact is that the...

A capital with a Latin accent What to see, do and visit in San José, Latin America's safest capital? Starting your stay in Costa Rica with a visit to the country's capital can be very interesting from a cultural point of view. Most hotels are located in the heart of this beautiful city, allowing you to stroll around and have direct contact with Costa Rican culture and explore a little more of the life of the "Ticos". Bars, museums, restaurants, squares and parks are at your disposal to start or end your visit...

The village Santa Teresa is a small village on the Nicoya Peninsula, along Costa Rica's Pacific coast. It consists of just one central street along a white sandy beach. All the hotels, hostels and restaurants are located on this central street. Santa Teresa's main source of income is tourism, and the infrastructure has developed considerably over the last 10 years. Despite this, there are very few tall buildings, and the forest that stretches right down to the beach is still very well preserved. What's more, all the...

In the north of Guanacaste lies Tamarindo, a long, beautiful beach of almost white sand, much sought-after by tourists. It owes its name to the many fruit trees called tamarind trees that line it. Tamarindo is one of Costa Rica's most developed areas, and in the space of just a few years, this small town has been transformed into a seaside resort renowned for its fiestas, and has also become very Americanized. It is the destination par excellence for American tourists visiting Costa Rica on vacation. There are plenty of places to...

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (also known as Puerto Viejo de Limón) Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a colorful fishing village on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. It's home to the Bribrí and Cabécar Indians, many Jamaicans and descendants of Spanish settlers. The village center is very lively, especially in high season. There are plenty of restaurants where you can indulge in the local fare, as well as several bars with a very lounge atmosphere where you can order a beer or a...

Cahuita, the pearl of the Caribbean The village of Cahuita: what to see, what to do, how to get there and what's on offer? Cahuita is a picturesque, colorful little village that attracts attention for its tranquility, gentle way of life and proximity to the national park of the same name. An Afro-Caribbean ambience reigns here, and strolling through the narrow streets to the sound of Calypso Limonense (music invented right here) will give a special charm to this off-the-beaten-track destination. What to see in Cahuita Cahuita is a small...

Introduction to Tortuguero National Park Tortuguero is a village located in the north of the Caribbean coast. It can only be reached by air or sea, and once there, you'll feel like you're at the end of the world. Tortuguero, literally "Where the turtles lay their eggs", is also known as "The Little Amazon". This is due to the impressive vegetation that lines the network of canals and lagoons in Tortuguero National Park. You'll have the opportunity to take a boat or kayak tour of these canals to appreciate the...

Introduction Corcovado National Park is located on the Osa Peninsula in southwest Costa Rica. It was created in 1975 to protect it from gold prospectors and the tourist industry. Corcovado National Park is an emblematic park whose reputation extends far beyond the borders of Costa Rica. Corcovado's treasures are above all natural. Corcovado National Park is home to the largest primary forest in the American Pacific, with over 500 species of trees, including Guanacaste, Ceiba, el árbol de vaco and cedro. You can also find...

Manuel Antonio is a city on the Pacific coast with a particularly warm climate, with temperatures of around 30 degrees all year round. To cool off, you can enjoy the beautiful white sandy beach that runs alongside the town, with its many bars, restaurants and souvenir stores. The sea is ideal for both swimmers and surfers. Manuel Antonio's main attraction is the national park of the same name. It is one of the most visited parks in Costa Rica. It is open every day from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., except Mondays. Admission costs 16$ per...

The village of Monteverde is 130 km from San José. This cloudy rainforest is home to many animals: over 100 species of mammals, 400 species of birds (including the Quetzal), 120 species of amphibians and reptiles. And let's not forget the region's flora, with over 3,000 species of plants: a paradise for nature lovers. Panoramic views of the rainforest can be enjoyed on excursions across the suspension bridges - for example - at Selvatura Park. You have access to a hiking trail (1h30 - 2h00) with 8 suspension bridges in the heart of the...

Located in Costa Rica's central valley, some 40 km from the capital San José, Volcan Poás is one of the country's most active volcanoes, and also one of the most visited. It is 2,705 metres high and has 3 craters, one of which is known to be one of the largest in the world. The other two are filled with water and form lakes: the first is filled with cold water and the second is an acidic lake with celestial blue hues. Recently, the Poás volcano entered a period of intense activity, emitting toxic fumes and sulfur...