Many people visiting Jaco stay right in town and don’t venture far from the main beach. With tons of restaurants, tour shops, and things to do right there, it’s easy …
Tarcoles River Crocodile Bridge: A Stop to See Crocs
If you are visiting Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast, a fun stop between destinations is the famous Tarcoles River crocodile bridge. This bridge has giant crocodiles sunbathing and swimming below. …
Playa Mantas: Calm Water and a Local Vibe
While much of Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast has larger waves for surfing, there are a few beaches with nice calm water. One such place is Playa Mantas. This cove, …
Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica: Where to Go for the Best Experience
A great way to explore Costa Rica’s many diverse ecosystems is by walking along hanging bridges through the treetop canopy. The amazing view paired with the adventure of crossing a …
Things to Do in La Fortuna with Young Kids
We have several articles on this site about traveling to Costa Rica with kids. In this post, we’re going to get super specific and focus on traveling with young kids …
Tapir Valley Reserve Night Tour
If you are visiting Bijagua in Costa Rica’s Northern Zone, you are probably already looking for an authentic experience. Within the small town are quaint local restaurants and farm fields …
Mistico Hanging Bridges: A Treetop Rainforest Experience
One activity that many people want to do on their trip to Costa Rica is walk along hanging bridges. Trekking through the forest canopy and viewing it at eye level …
Mirador El Silencio: Wild Jungle and Arenal Volcano Views
When hiking Arenal Volcano, you have a lot of different trail options. All go around the base of the impressive volcano, giving you different vantage points. In our opinion, one …
Ecotermales: A Small, Upscale Hot Springs Resort in Arenal
La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano is well known for its hot spring resorts. Some are large, elaborate facilities with many pools and amenities, while others are more rustic and simpler. In this …
Sloths, Birds, and More: The Bogarin Trail in La Fortuna
If you are visiting La Fortuna to explore the jungle and see wildlife, hiking is a great way to do it. But you don’t necessarily have to venture deep into …
