Map of What You can do Next in Costa Rica?
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181 Places in total (many more to come).
Costa Cat Isla Tortuga Cruises
Visit Tortuga Island.
- Diving & Snorkeling, - Swiming
Located in: Jacó Area
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Mariposario Butterfly Kingdom
Butterfly Garden and chrysalis Exporter.
- Butterfly Farms / Breeders, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Coffee Shop, - Giftshop & Merchandise
Located in: San José Area
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Museo de Insectos
A Scientific Insect Museum at the University of Costa Rica.
- Insects, - Museum
Located in: San José Area
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Cabinas Paraíso de Pesca Colorado
- Boat Tours, - Massage Service, - Tarpon Fishing
Located in: Tortuguero Area
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Silver King Lodge
- Boat Tours, - Massage Service, - Tarpon Fishing
Located in: Tortuguero Area
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Rio Colorado Lodge
- Boat Tours, - Snook Fishing, - Tarpon Fishing
Located in: Tortuguero Area
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Miriam’s Quetzals
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hummingbird Gallery / Garden, - Photo / Birding Hide, - Restaurant
Located in: Copey de Dota Area
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Bogarin Trail
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hummingbird Gallery / Garden
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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CATIE – Centro Agronómico Tropical de Investigación y Enseñanza
- Botanical Garden, - Frogs, - Night Walks, - Volunteer Work
Located in: Turrialba Area
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Hotel Bougainvillea
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Restaurant
Located in: San José Area
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Nectandra Cloud Forest Reserve
- Coffee Shop, - Hiking & Trekking
Located in: San Ramon Area
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Hotel Águila de Osa
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Frogs, - Horseback Riding, - Mangrove Tour, - Night Walks, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Restaurant
Located in: Osa Peninsula Area
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Boutique Hotel Aguas Claras Puerto Viejo
- Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa
Located in: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Area
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The Westin Golf Resort & Spa Playa Conchal
- 18 holes, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Golf, - Gym, - Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Tennis
Located in: Potrero - Tamarindo Area
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Tamarindo Diria
- Horseback Riding, - Restaurant, - Tubing
Located in: Potrero - Tamarindo Area
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Sí Como No
- Hiking & Trekking, - Mangrove Tour, - Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Surfing, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Quepos Area
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Santuario Ecologico
- Coffee Tasting, - Hiking & Trekking, - Restaurant
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Rainmaker Conservation Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hanging Bridges, - Hiking & Trekking, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Waterfall Tour
Located in: Quepos Area
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Papa’s Place
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hummingbird Gallery / Garden, - Night Walks, - Photo Spots & Lookouts, - Photography Tours / Workshops, - Restaurant, - Sloth Walks
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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San Luis Canopy
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Farms / Breeders, - Hiking & Trekking, - Rafting, - Rappelling, - Restaurant, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: San Ramon Area
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Punta Uvita / The Whale Tail
- Photo Spots & Lookouts, - Whale & Dolphin Watching
Located in: Uvita Area
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Frog’s Heaven
- Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Photography Tours / Workshops, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Sarapiqui Area
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Reserva Biológica Ecocentro Danaus
- Butterfly Farms / Breeders, - Guided Tours, - Night Walks, - Volunteer Work
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Pierella Ecological Garden
- Butterfly Farms / Breeders, - Butterfly Watching / Garden
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Mariposario Alas del Destino
- Butterfly Farms / Breeders, - Restaurant
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Aeropuerto Internacional de Golfito
- Airport, - Photography Tours / Workshops
Located in: Golfito Area
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OSA Interactive Gardens
- Botanical Garden, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Night Walks, - Photography Tours / Workshops, - Student Group Visits
Located in: Puerto Jiménez Area
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Buggy Blue
- ATV Rentals, - Golf Carts, - Quad Rentals
Located in: Southern Nicoya Peninsula Area
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Arenal Rafting
- ATV Tours, - Canyoning, - Rafting
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Hotel de Campo Caño Negro
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Inshore Fishing
Located in: Caño Negro Area
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La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Canoe Tours, - Hiking & Trekking, - Night Walks
Located in: Boca Tapada Area
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Colibri Café – Soda y Mirador Cinchona
- Hummingbird Gallery / Garden, - Restaurant
Located in: Poás Volcano Area
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Mammals, - Mini Zoo
Located in: Poás Volcano Area
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The Peace Lodge
- Drinks, - Massage Service, - Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa
Located in: Poás Volcano Area
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Bahia Rica Fishing & Kayak Lodge
- Boat Tours, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Kayaking & Canoeing
Located in: Punta Cuchillos Area
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Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Hanging Bridges, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Night Walks
Located in: Lake Arenal Area, Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Maryola Tours
- Boat Tours, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Sea Turtles, - Sunset Sail Tour, - Surfing
Located in: Potrero - Tamarindo Area
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Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
- Gym, - Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Nosara Area
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Sanctuary at Two Rivers
- Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa
Located in: Southern Nicoya Peninsula Area
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AmaTierra Yoga Retreat and Hotel
- Pool, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Atenas Area
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Kalambú Hot Springs Water Park
- Hot Spring, - Pool, - Water Park
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
- Hot Spring, - Restaurant, - Spa
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
- Hanging Bridges, - Hiking & Trekking, - Hot Spring, - Restaurant, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport – Liberia
- Restaurant
Located in: Liberia - Coco Area
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Else Kientzler Botanical Garden
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Coffee Shop, - Hiking & Trekking
Located in: San Ramon Area
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North Pacific Adventures
- Boat Tours, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Mammals, - Mangrove Tour
Located in: La Cruz Area
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Juan Santamaría International Airport
- Car Rental, - Coffee Shop, - Restaurant
Located in: San José Area
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Hotel Belmar Luxury Hotel
- Beer Garden, - Beer Tasting Tray (Paleta de Cerveza), - Beer Tastings, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Coffee Tasting, - Live Music, - Restaurant
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Yatama Eco-Lodge Sarapiquí
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Dave & Dave’s Costa Rica Nature Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Coffee Tasting, - Frogs
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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The Bat Jungle
90 live bats of 8 species.
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Horseback Riding, - Night Walks
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Alexander Skutch Bird Refuge – Los Cusingos
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: San Isidro de El General Area
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Talari Mountain Lodge
More than 400 species of birds seen here!
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Restaurant
Located in: San Isidro de El General Area
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La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge
More than 350 bird species seen.
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Dragonflies, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Pool, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Restaurant
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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La Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Selvatura Adventure Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hanging Bridges, - Mammals, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Restaurant, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Toucanet Lodge y Restaurante
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Restaurant
Located in: Copey de Dota Area
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Reserva Conchal Golf Club
- 18 holes, - Driving Range, - Rental Clubs
Located in: Potrero - Tamarindo Area
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Selva Bananito Lodge
Experience an Authentic Ecolodge in Costa Rica
Experience an Authentic Ecolodge in Costa Rica
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Gyrocopter Tour, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Rappelling, - Tree Planting, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Limón Area
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El Mangroove
- Kayaking & Canoeing, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Surfing, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Liberia - Coco Area
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Organico Fortuna
They have an organic market, a restaurant, and a coffee bar located in La Fortuna.
- Coffee Tasting, - Organic Market, - Restaurant
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Arte de Plumas Birding Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hiking & Trekking, - Restaurant
Located in: Turrialba Area
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Isla Violin Eco Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Mangrove Tour, - Whale & Dolphin Watching
Located in: Sierpe Area
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Hotel Cerro Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Photo Spots & Lookouts, - Pool, - Restaurant
Located in: Tárcoles - Carara Area
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Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hiking & Trekking, - Hot Spring, - Mountain Biking, - Rafting, - Yoga & Wellness, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Bagaces Area
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Pacuare Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Mammals, - Night Walks, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Restaurant
Located in: Siquirres Area
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Boca Tapada Lodge
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Kayaking & Canoeing
Located in: Boca Tapada Area
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Maquenque Eco Lodge
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Kayaking & Canoeing, - Mammals, - Rafting, - Restaurant, - Spa
Located in: Boca Tapada Area
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Selva Verde Lodge
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Giftshop & Merchandise, - Mammals, - Restaurant
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Aguas Bravas Rafting
- Horseback Riding, - Rafting, - River Cruise, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Curú National Wildlife Refuge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Coral Reef Restoration, - Horseback Riding, - Restaurant
Located in: Punta Cuchillos Area
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Veragua Rainforest
- Aerial Tram, - Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Cable Car / Sky Gondola, - Frogs, - Giftshop & Merchandise, - Hiking & Trekking, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Restaurant, - Volunteer Work, - Waterfall Tour, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Limón Area
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La Selva Biological Station – OTS
Almost 500 bird species seen within the area!
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Mammals, - Night Walks, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Portrero Grande Area, Sarapiqui Area
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Arenal Natura Eco Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Botanical Garden, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Coffee Shop, - Crocodiles, - Frogs, - Giftshop & Merchandise, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Lapa Rios Lodge
A 1,000 acres protected tropical lowland rain forest. Find frogs and macaws, endangered monkeys and almost 350 other bird species .
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Kayaking & Canoeing, - Surfing, - Whale & Dolphin Watching
Located in: Osa Peninsula Area
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Ecolirios Boutique Hotel and Spa
Experience the nature of the Caribbean of Costa Rica,
only about 2 hours from San José.
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hiking & Trekking, - Waterfall Tour
Located in: Guápiles Area
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Oso de Osa Finca and Eco Resort
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Fishing Tour, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Whale & Dolphin Watching
Located in: Sierpe Area
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Esquinas Rainforest Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hanging Bridges, - Hiking & Trekking, - Waterfall Tour, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Golfito Area
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Nature Observatorio
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Area
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Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo Resort
- 18 holes, - ATV Rentals, - Archery, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Cocoa Farm Visit, - Coral Planting, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Driving Range, - Fishing Tour, - Golf, - Golf School, - Helicopter Tours, - Hiking & Trekking, - Horseback Riding, - Jet Ski, - Mountain Biking, - Night Walks, - Photography Tours / Workshops, - Pickleball, - Rafting, - River Cruise, - Sailing Tour, - Spa, - Sunset Sail Tour, - Surfing, - Tennis, - Wake Boarding, - Whale & Dolphin Watching, - Yoga & Wellness, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Liberia - Coco Area
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Los Reyes Country Club
Los Reyes Country Club
- 9 holes, - Driving Range, - Football, - Golf School, - Gym, - Restaurant, - Spa, - Tennis
Located in: San José Area
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Bosque Nuboso el Cocora Hummingbird Garden
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Hummingbird Gallery / Garden
Located in: San Ramon Area
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Palo Verde Cloud Forest
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Hiking & Trekking
Located in: Cartago City Area
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Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
- 18 holes, - Golf, - Golf School, - Restaurant, - Tennis
Located in: Jacó Area
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Los Delfines Golf & Country Club
- 9 holes, - Tennis
Located in: South-east Nicoya Peninsula Area
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Light of Dawn
- Cocoa Farm Visit, - Horseback Riding, - Kayaking & Canoeing, - Rafting, - Vanilla Farm Visit, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Quepos Area
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Piedras Blancas National Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden
Located in: Golfito Area
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Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel
- Bicycle Rentals, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Area
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La Mariposa Hotel
- ATV Tours, - Canyoning, - Deep Sea Fishing, - Horseback Riding, - Pool, - Rafting, - Restaurant, - Waterfall Tour, - Whale & Dolphin Watching, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Quepos Area
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Guayabo National Monument
- Archaeology, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Hiking & Trekking
Located in: Turrialba Area
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Santa Rosa National Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Hiking & Trekking, - Museum
Located in: Santa Rosa National Park Area
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Tapantí National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Frogs, - Insects, - Mammals, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Cartago City Area
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Arenal ATV Wheels
Experience exotic breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano.
- ATV Tours
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Arenal Volcano View and Lava Trails 1968
342 Species in Ebird.
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Coffee Shop, - Hiking & Trekking
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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EcoGarden Arenal
A Family run Ecological Tropical Park.
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Guided Tours, - Mammals, - Night Walks
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Sloth Watching Trail La Fortuna
- Animal Rescue, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Cocoa Farm Visit, - Coffee Farm Visit, - Mammals, - Night Walks
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Sky Adventures Arenal
- Aerial Tram, - Hanging Bridges, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Lake Arenal Area, Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Maquique Adventure
- Canyoning, - Rafting, - Rappelling
Located in: Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Tortuguero National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Frogs, - Kayaking & Canoeing, - Mammals, - Night Walks, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - River Cruise
Located in: Tortuguero Area
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Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Hiking & Trekking, - Mammals
Located in: Volcán Tenorio Area
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Rincón de la Vieja National Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Hiking & Trekking, - Hot Spring, - Mud Volcanos
Located in: Rincón de la Vieja National Park Area
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Poás Volcano National Park
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Photo Spots & Lookouts, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Poás Volcano Area
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Manuel Antonio National Park
A VERY popular National Park.
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Insects, - Mammals, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), - Swiming
Located in: Quepos Area
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Los Quetzales National Park
A great area for bird watching, like looking for the Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno).
- Birdwatching / Birding
Located in: Copey de Dota Area
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La Cangreja National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hummingbird Gallery / Garden, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Parque Nacional La Cangreja Area
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Corcovado National Park
A huge area that you need to book a guide to visit.
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Boat Tours, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Diving & Snorkeling, - Frogs, - Guided Tours, - Insects, - Mammals, - Mangrove Tour, - Night Walks
Located in: Osa Peninsula Area
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Alberto Manuel Brenes Biological Reserve
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Frogs, - Mammals, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Monteverde Area
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Arenal Volcano National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Hiking & Trekking, - Mammals, - Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Located in: Lake Arenal Area, Volcán Arenal & La Fortuna Area
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Braulio Carrillo National Park – Barva Volcano Sector
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs
Located in: Braulio Carrillo National Park
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Cahuita National Park
- Bats, - Birdwatching / Birding, - Butterfly Watching / Garden, - Frogs, - Mammals
Located in: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Area
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Rios Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Hiking & Trekking, - Rafting, - Tubing, - Waterfall Tour, - Ziplining / Canopy
Located in: Siquirres Area
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Origins Luxury Lodge
- Birdwatching / Birding, - Cocoa Farm Visit, - Horseback Riding, - Kayaking & Canoeing, - Pool, - Rafting, - Spa, - Tubing, - Waterfall Tour, - Yoga & Wellness
Located in: Volcán Tenorio Area
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Rancho Naturalista
More than 510 species of birds logged in Ebird for this site!!