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Costa Rica Top Destinations

Unlike many other Central American and Caribbean destinations, there is no shortage of options for places to go in Costa Rica! The excellent tourist infrastructure, varied climates and geography creates a wide variety of options to choose from. Top natural and adventure destinations include Arenal Volcano, Monteverde, Drake Bay, Tortuguero and Rincon de la Vieja. Popular beach areas include Manuel Antonio, Playa Samara, Tamarindo and Puerto Viejo. Take advantage of the diversity while on your trip by splitting up locations and you will go home satisfied. Click on the links below to read more about the most popular destinations in Costa Rica.

Top Destinations

Manuel Antonio simply put is paradise discovered and the epitome of pura vida. This is the most popular national park and beach area in Costa Rica. There is...
Turrialba is one of the most exciting, yet least visited areas in Costa Rica. It is an adventurer's paradise with breathtaking scenery in every direction! The...
The Heredia Highlands and Poas Volcano area is one of the most beautiful destinations in Costa Rica. The area is steep in tradition with coffee plantations and...
Playa Tamarindo is one of the most beautiful and modern beach areas along the Pacific coast. The area offers plenty of outdoor activities that all can enjoy...
Puerto Viejo is a laid back reggae-surfer village located on the southern Caribbean coast. This is the last large town before entering the wilds of the Gandoca...
Bijagua is the closest town to the Rio Celeste, which is one of the best kept secrets in Costa Rica. Located within Tenorio National Park the river is a...
Tortuguero is one of the wildest and most remote destinations in Costa Rica. The town is located along the Caribbean coast north of the city of Limon in the...
Bahia Drake or Drake Bay is considered by many to be the nicest destination area on the Osa Peninsula. This area is a tropical paradise for adventurers and...
In recent years La Fortuna has become one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica due to its proximity to Arenal Volcano. Despite the popularity, and...


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