Costa Rica packs more biodiversity per square kilometre than almost anywhere on earth — sloths, toucans, sea turtles, cloud forests, active volcanoes and some of the world's best zip-lining all in a country the size of Scotland. Viator has 600+ Costa Rica experiences from Arenal volcano hot springs to Manuel Antonio wildlife tours.
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- Arenal Volcano — still active, surround yourself with lava fields and hot springs
- Manuel Antonio National Park — sloths, monkeys, toucans and a brilliant beach in one park
- Monteverde Cloud Forest — zip-lining and hanging bridges above the cloud forest canopy
- Tortuguero — sea turtle nesting (July–October), only accessible by boat or plane
- Corcovado National Park — the most biologically intense place on earth (National Geographic)
- Tamarindo — the Pacific surf town, beginner-friendly waves and excellent nightlife
- Cahuita National Park — Caribbean coast, snorkelling over coral reef with tropical fish
- Poás Volcano — accessible volcano crater, views into the acid lake crater
- Nicoya Peninsula — pristine beaches, yoga retreats and some of Costa Rica's best surf
- San José local food tour — casado, gallo pinto, chifrijo — Costa Rican food is underrated
💡 Pro Tip: Wildlife in Costa Rica is best seen with a local guide who can spot a sloth in a tree 50 metres away. A 2-hour guided wildlife walk in Manuel Antonio with a naturalist guide reveals animals you'd never find alone — this is genuinely the best value tour in the country.
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