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Costa Rica Destinations

Costa Rica's Destinations offer something for Everyone

Small yet incredibly diverse, Costa Rica is blessed with an abundance of lush natural beauty. Slightly larger than Switzerland, the landscape here is varied and gorgeous.

Exquisite beaches lead up to fiery volcanoes through some of the most dense and verdant forestation in the world. All adding up to some truly fantastic panoramas, this tiny Central American country makes for an amazing vacation getaway.

Divided down the center by a chain of volcanoes that run the length of the country, Costa Rica is part of the ‘Pacific Ring of Fire’. This tiny nation is remarkably different from coast to coast, with each region having its own unique characteristics and charms.

Guanacaste

For those who would like nothing better than relaxing and sunbathing on the beach, head on to Guanacaste province in Northwestern Costa Rica. One of the most popular and frequented places in the country, Guanacaste is known for is hot dry weather and near perfect beaches.

Fast becoming a top tourist resort destination, this province plays host to the most expensive resorts in the country, situated in the tranquil and beautiful Papagayo Gulf. Known for its vast open plains, cowboys and historic national parks, Guanacaste is an ideal area to kickback and unwind.

Guanacaste Escape Adventure Tour
7 Days / 6 Nights
Starting at $978 per person

Alajuela & Heredia

The provinces of Alajuela and Heredia contain much of Costa Rica’s breathtaking cloud forests. This region is pristine and green with coffee plantations found all over the place.

Some of the most active volcanoes in the country are also located here in Alajuela. These areas are known for their spectacular firework displays and flourishing fertile slopes.

In Alajuela you will come face to face with the mighty Arenal Volcano, which is a treat to watch, especially at night when red molten lava spurts from the volcano cone.

North Caribbean & South Caribbean Coast

The more adventurous prefer the exotic Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica, or the Limon province, with its stunning beaches, and fantastic white water rafting.

On the northern end of the Caribbean coast, you’ll find Costa Rica’s version of the Amazon, the Tortuguero National Park; while towards the south you are treated to Costa Rica’s take on Afro-Caribbean culture. Sportfishing on the northern coast of Limon is the best in the country.

North Puntarenas & South Puntarenas

Puntarenas is a surfer’s paradise with some of the best surfing in the world found here. The breaks are strong and consistent, inviting surfers from all over the globe. Jaco, Playa Hermosa, Mal Pais, Santa Theresa and Dominical are all considered as top surf destinations.

Northern Puntarenas extends upwards from the ever-popular Manuel Antonio National Park to the mysterious Monteverde Cloud Forest, while Southern Puntarenas includes the Corcovado National Park and the former banana port of Golfito.

This region is wild and untamed and is home to the Osa Peninsula, an area dubbed as one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. North Puntarenas is ideal for those who prefer a more conventional vacation; while Southern Puntarenas opens the door for exciting adventures amidst the lush tracts of rainforests here.

San Jose & Cartago

San Jose and Cartago make up Costa Rica’s Central Valley, which is where a majority of Costa Ricans or Ticos live and where you can find all the comforts of modern living.

A fertile and rich area with plenty to see and do, this region is dotted with countless ‘fincas’ (farms) and ranches, making it the nerve center of the country. Cool winds fan the rolling hills here, making the weather fantastic and inviting more and more people to settle down in this part of Costa Rica.

Choose a Region
Go Visit Costa Rica guides you through the Regions of Costa Rica.
Alajuela
Northern Central Region
The second largest province, Alajuela is home to a vast variety of attractions. It houses of one of the most pristine mountain ranges as well as several volcanoes.
Cartago
Central Valley Region
Cartago is drenched in culture, stunning architecture and a storied history. Because of this, the landscape of Cartago is unparalleled to that of most other regions.
Guanacaste
North Pacific Region
As the most popular province, Guanacaste has gained a name for itself as a tropical paradise with a pristine shoreline, beautiful mountains and a number of volcanoes.
Heredia
Northern Mountain Region
The north-central mountain region of Heredia is known for its lush and untouched beauty. This province boasts extensive forests as and an urban center.
Limón
Caribbean Coast Region
Stretching along the Caribbean, Limón is considered to be one of the most pristine and lush regions of Costa Rica. It boasts picturesque white-sand beaches lined with coconut trees.
North Puntarenas
Central Pacific & Nicoya Peninsula Region
Encompassing all of Costa Rica’s central Pacific Coast, North Puntarenas is filled with tropical beaches. This province stretches all the way into the cloud forests of Monteverde.
South Puntarenas
South Pacific & Osa Peninsula Region
Sitting along the Pacific Coast and stretching north of the Osa Peninsula to Panama, South Puntarenas is teeming with natural beauty thanks to its diverse flora and fauna.
San José
San José & Central Highlands Region
Located in the heart of Costa Rica, San José is one of the most diverse provinces in the country due to its dense urban capital city. Its climate is said to be the best in the country.

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