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.

Guanacaste, a symbol of Costa Rica

Mastalal, a village in the depths of the rural Costa Rica, is a place unlike anywhere else, where you can truly live alongside nature.&nbsp;

Agrotourism in Mastalal

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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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

Just beside Tamarindo, the most touristy spot here, Playa Grande is a bit more difficult to get to if you don't have your own means of transport but it isTHE surf spot in the area.

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If you are going to Playa Grande, like everywhere in Costa Rica, remember to reserve your hotels in advance, especially during the local holiday periods (mainly December and April). Accommodation is quickly booked, the prices are higher and as Playa Grande is in a national park you can't camp.
However, the visit is worth the effort. The beach is magnificent and has the kind of sunsets you dream about. Because it is a national park the area is relatively well preserved compared to Tamarindo: the mangroves give it a certain style and provide some rare and welcome shade.
Because the beach is immense and bare its visitors are exposed to a lot of sun. So use total sun cream, take water and wear a hat!
The ocean has lots of waves but there are times when you can bathe without getting too far from shore.

Playa Grande is well named - it is an immense stretch of fine sand on the Pacific coast of the Nicoya peninsula.

The place is pretty much a "lost" corner because it doesn't really have anything interesting to see. I only know it because of its reputation as a surf spot. Playa Grande beach is quite large and doesn't have many people on it, which makes it a good place for small groups or families. If you are going to follow my advice and spend the day surfing, don't forget the sun cream because the sun is really scorching. As far as the surfing goes, it's not really for beginners. There are nearly always waves and quite substantial ones at that! For lunch, there are several chiringuitos (beach bars) not far from the beach, not to mention that famous Costa Rican pinto gallo (rice and beans)! With your meal you could try a fresh Piña-Maracuya (Pineapple and passion fruit) smoothie, personally my favorite during this <a href="/costa-rica/">trip to Costa-Rica</a> ﻿​﻿​﻿​, and then you'll be all set to get back to the waves in the afternoon.﻿​

Just beside Tamarindo, the most touristy spot here, Playa Grande is a bit more difficult to get to if you don't have your own means of transport but it isTHE surf spot in the area.

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