Costa Rica has a strong Catholic heritage. In fact, Catholicism is the country’s official religion. About three out of four Costa Ricans identify themselves as Catholic. Catholicism runs deep in …
Irazu Volcano: Easy Access, Crater Views, and Extreme Climate
Costa Rica is known for its many volcanoes, which come in all shapes and sizes. Some, like the famed Arenal Volcano, are cone-shaped and best explored by hiking around the …
Orosi Valley Coffee Tour: Cafe Artesanal Los Sauces
If you are visiting the Orosi Valley, southeast of San Jose, a coffee tour is a must-do activity. Costa Rica has many different regions that grow coffee, and each one …
Hacienda Orosi Hot Springs and Farm
Lush mountains surround you, while you sit immersed in soothing hot water. A light mist falls and creates a cloud effect in the sky. The cool air contrasts against the …
Tapanti National Park: Wild Rivers and Wet Forest
Each of Costa Rica’s national parks has something different to offer. And while some feature wildlife up close or show you the power of a volcano, others are more about …
Catarata El Salto de Gamalotillo: A Relaxing Waterfall Near Parrita
While popular tourist towns have a lot to see, Costa Rica also has hundreds, if not thousands, of smaller attractions hidden in the middle of the countryside. In this post, …
Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve: Rugged Hiking on the Nicoya Peninsula
Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve (Reserva Natural Absoluta Cabo Blanco), located just south of Montezuma, is a special place. It was Costa Rica’s first nature reserve, created back in 1963. In …
Mal Pais Tide Pools and Natural Hot Tubs
If you’re visiting the towns of Santa Teresa and Mal Pais on the Nicoya Peninsula, there is one spot you will not want to miss. The Mal Pais tide pools, …
Cahuita National Park: Wildlife Just A Step Away
Costa Rica is known for its impressive diversity of wildlife. To see species like sloths and monkeys, you can book excursions into the country’s most remote regions. But it doesn’t …
Hot Springs and Mud Baths in Rincon de la Vieja
One of the most alluring activities to do in Costa Rica is soak in natural hot springs. While the most popular hot springs resorts are in La Fortuna near Arenal …
