Below are some places and sights you won’t want to miss while in Costa Rica. For more places and ideas of things to do there, check out the destination guide on Costa Rica at the bottom.
Arenal Volcano
The Arenal Volcano is an extraordinary presence in Costa Rica's fertile lowlands. It stands majestically at 5,437 feet (1,657 meters). The Arenal Volcano looms large and inauspicious over the pastured green hillsides that surround the area. It is the country's most active volcano for 43 years, but currently, it's in its resting phase.
What makes the volcano captivating to tourists is its symmetrical shape. There are also several outdoor activities you can try throughout your visit, including rainforest hikes, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and much more. This place should make your "must-do in Costa Rica" list.
La Fortuna
Fan of small quaint towns with a lot of stories to tell? This may lead you to the village of La Fortuna (The Fortune). It is similar to the world-renowned Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica's most active mountainous structure. Lake Arenal flows through the thermal waters of the country. The climate is primarily humid and warm, but cool breeze comes in the late afternoon and night.
La Fortuna is a small town of only 12,000 hectares, but it has a lot to offer.
La Fortuna is described as a picturesque town. It is situated in the Northern Highlands of Costa Rica, about 2.5-3 hours from San Jose's international airport and 2.5 hours from Liberia's international airport. It has a beautiful park complete with quaint gardens and a large church. The area around the central park offer restaurants, hotels, tour operators, and shop options. There are far more lodging suggestions along the road leading to the volcano and Lake Arenal. You can also check out the rainforest canopy below by crossing a hanging bridge. Other fun activities include flying through the sky on a zip line, rappeling down waterfalls, and splashing down the churning a river on a whitewater raft.
Suspension Bridge
Game for something more exciting? How about exploring the rainforests through suspension bridges? You will find a lot of suspension bridges spread amidst the forest canopy. Being higher lets you observe and appreciate the complex ecosystems that emerge through the trees and in the valleys. The bridges are safely and smartly constructed so tourists can marvel at nature's beauty.
Suspension bridges come in different sizes, ranging from 100 to 1000 feet. Guided tours present vital information to bridge trips, including pointing out the plants and animals that otherwise remain invisible. Monteverde, Arenal, and the Caribbean have the most famous of all suspension bridges.
Bridge tours are the perfect activity for those who are looking for an adrenaline rush!
Waterfalls
If you would like to witness the most scenic waterfalls in Latin America, then Costa Rica is the perfect destination. It's going to be an absolutely memorable day trip no matter what region you visit. More than anything, the views you get from the top are the main attraction, but equally so are the biodiverse nature trails with rare species of plants, birds, and wildlife.
Between September and December (the wet season), it is the best time to explore the gushing waterfalls. The must-visit ones are located in Guanacaste, the Pacific Coast, and Central Valley. Don't you love the sound of roaring waterfalls? It's enticing enough to jump in for a swim, especially after a beautiful jungle trek down.
The journey through the rainforest is undeniably a rewarding experience as the end prize.
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