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With stunning beach shoreline, breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, wonderful mountain ranges and chain of volcanoes and lush, dense forests which play host to a fabulous array of exotic plant and wildlife, Guanacaste is the perfect destination for the active soul who is looking for an adventure travel and outdoor activities. There is plenty to do here from hiking and trekking dense jungles, to surfing some of the most incredible waves on the planet. And with its conservationist attitudes, Guanacaste has a superb array national parks, reserves and protected zones, which are home to the most stunning array of wildlife in the world.

Abundance of Places

Rich in natural beauty, Guanacaste is home to a number of national parks and nature reserves. Besides wildlife and bird watching, jungle treks, canopy tours and rappelling through the forest are popular outdoor activities to enjoy. There are a number of canopy tours found all over the province for anyone, of any age to enjoy. Not for the faint of heart, canopy tours provide some truly spectacular views of the jungle below.

The Best Surfing

With the increasing popularity of Costa Rica as a top notch surfing destination, more and more surfers from all over the world are now coming here to ride the perfect wave. A great vacation destination to just kick back and relax, Guanacaste also has plenty of activities on hand to keep you busy for days on end. Scuba diving in Guanacaste is also superb as the water conditions here are near perfect most of the year.

First Class Fishing

Along with some of the best beaches and surfing in Costa Rica, Guanacaste is now also famous for its sportfishing. A top notch angling destination, this province gives the avid fishing enthusiast a number of different locations to fish from, which in turn means that no one region is ever overcrowded or teeming with boats. Whitewater rafting is also first class in Guanacaste, expecially in the Rio Corobici near Cañas—with beautiful scenery and with plenty of wildlife all around.

Top Golf Courses

While most tourists come to Guanacaste for its fantastic weather and gorgeous beaches, nowadays many are also coming here for the world-class golf courses and resorts found in the province. Located along Guanacaste’s famous beach front, these golf resorts offer wonderful oceanic views with first rate facilities and amenities. Playing here is a true joy for the avid golfer as the tees are lush and green with some truly superb landscaping and design.

Visit the Lowland Plains (Pampas)

A fantastic destination, Guanacaste is a great province to tour as you can find plenty of wonderful outdoor activities to enjoy. If you like, you can sit and relax along Guanacaste’s many beautiful beaches, or head up north to the Santa Rosa National Park and the Guanacaste National Park for an amazing adventure. With plenty do out here, one can never get bored. From swimming, snorkeling, diving, fishing and surfing to horseback rides, trekking and wildlife watching, this province has it all.

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