Costa Rica Holidays
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Costa Rica holiday information
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Sitting at the top of the 'Pacific Ring Fire Circle' Costa Rica is home to more than 100 volcanoes, although only five are still active. The gem of Central America, Costa Rica is a haven for ecotourism and Costa Rica holidays are an ideal opportunity to explore this stunning tropical country.
Costa Rica Holidays –What to see & Do
With two fantastic coastlines on the Pacific and Caribbean Seas you will find many beautiful beaches, great surfing and an inviting climate in which to relax on your holiday in Costa Rica. Inland you will discover volcanoes and bubbling mud pits, verdant cloud forests, three million year old rainforests, stunning waterfalls, national parks and an array of wildlife. Costa Rica holidays allow you the unique experience of seeing monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, lizards, jungle cats and an assortment of exotic species of birds and butterflies all in their natural habitats.
You can't fail to be excited at the range of things to do on a Costa Rica holiday. Why not go on the overnight Pacuare Rafting Adventure, and take in the scenery as you raft down the rapids? Enjoy the Tabacon Hot Springs, at the base of the active Arenal Volcano which provides a natural fireworks display, an ideal way to relax during your holiday in Costa Rica. One of the most popular national parks to visit on a holiday in Costa Rica is Manuel Antonio, with trails through coastal jungles, wildlife aplenty, amazing viewpoints, great swimming beaches and snorkelling. The area of Monteverde, with four national Parks, is teeming with wildlife; the Skywalk walkway, Sky Trek zip wire system and Aerial tram allow you to get up close and personal. Visit The Poaa during your Costa Rica holiday and look into the heart of a volcano that has been erupting for the last 11 million years! The Gulf of Papagayo is relaxed, has a beautiful bay and is ideal for nature lovers. For those searching for a more tranquil Costa Rica holiday, head to Conchal Playa, an idyllic beach with a tranquil, calm, romantic atmosphere.
Alternatively, for a more lively Costa Rica holiday, Tamarindo on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast is popular with surfers, enjoys a lively nightlife and was the location for the cult film 'Endless Summer II', in 1994. The Pacific Coast is also home to the Manuel Antonio National Park, where gorgeous beaches adorn the bays, in contrast to the jungle backdrop of rainforest. Whilst the Corcovado Jungle is home to some of the countries most endangered species and has be called "the most biologically intense place on earth" by National Geographic.
Costa Rica holidays really have something to inspire everyone.
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