Step into the magic of Corcovado National Park and explore this surprising tropical forest, filled with plants and animals.

Adventure in Corcovado National Park

There are a multitude of parks in the vast region around the Nicoya Peninsula and the North Pacific. Get ready for picture perfect views.

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White sand beaches, calm, blue waters and rich culture; take the time to stroll around Samara, meeting its people and taking a much needed break on your Costa Rican adventure.

Samara: Ultimate tranquility

A National Park situated on the Carribean coast and probably one of the most humid places on earth. 
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Central America

Welcome to our tours page of Costa Rica. You are about to set foot in one of the world’s most beautiful ecological gems. The land which Christopher Columbus named the “rich coast” is now seen as one of the safest and most progressive countries in South America. The only thing to be found in Costa Rica is the Pura Vida (literally “pure life”), an optimistic zest for life in all circumstances… The Costa Ricans (or Ticos for insiders) are constantly cheerful and welcoming to visitors! Costa Rica was also the first nation in the world to dissolve its army, a testament to their commitment to peace and prosperity above all else. It is regularly classed as one of the top countries for standards of living, and has a remarkable development model that prioritizes education, health care and protection of the environment. If you are a nature lover, you will find yourself in heaven… Costa Rica is a pioneering country in the field of ecotourism, and has an extremely rich biodiversity. Several unique species can be found in some of the country’s 33 national parks and reserves: no less than 25% of the Costa Rican territory is protected! To visit Costa Rica is to discover a wild paradise in which people are truly happy – what more could you want?

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Tortuguero National Park

Parc Braullio Carrillo

The volcano with five craters, an iconic Costa Rican landmark and a must see for all nature lovers.

Arenal Volcano National Park

Rio Tabacon

The beach on the Nicoya Peninsula is protected by a coral reef, which makes it an ideal spot for budding surfers and/or for paddling and splashing around in the water.  

Playa Samara

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I spent a few days in the very friendly and hospitable little town of Sámara, where there is a wonderful white sandy beach. It's the perfect place to take things easy and relax, especially with the beach reputed to be one of the safest and most tranquil on the peninsula. Diving enthusiasts will greatly enjoy the magnificent coral reef off Samara Beach and the abundance of marine life there. The presence of the reef indicates that the ocean is particularly calm at Samara Beach, contributing even more to its peace and tranquility. This means it is both very pleasant for people who don't enjoy large waves and an ideal place for novice surfers! Lots of expats have set up their businesses here, though in contrast to many of Costa Rica's tourist sites, Samar still has a friendly and traditionally authentic side to it.

The magnificent Samara Beach is located on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, on the Nicoya Peninsula, and truly is a haven of peace and tranquility.

Samara Beach is one of the peninsula's most popular tourist destinations. This is certainly due to the fact that it is reputed to be one of the safest beaches in the country and, therefore, is a destination of choicefor family holidays. It is true that it's quite attractive, but in my case I didn't fall in love with the place. The tiny town of Samara, though pretty, lacks traditional authenticity, even if it is impossible to forget you're in Costa Rica there, with its stunning natural scenery, and the animals all around. The country is a veritable open-air zoo, and you can understand why it is strictly prohibited to exploit these resources. There are many beaches to visit in the area, such as Buenavista and the absolutely superb Carrillo. These last two are at least as beautiful as the beach at Samara, and noticeably less busy, which is an important detail. You can reach them on horseback from Samara, and everyone will agree in saying IT’S AMAZING (note: this is an essential phrase or password to use to fit in here, and should be said often … or not at all). This is also a good place to stay if you want to see the turtles laying their eggs at Ostional. I was unfortunately not able to experience this spectacle, being there at the wrong time of year.

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