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1. Caribbean Rainforest Jungle Canopy Tour
- A trip to Costa Rica just wouldn't be complete without the country's signature tour of the jungle and/or rainforest from above, otherwise known... read more
- Nile Expert Tip: Wear sneakers, longer shorts or pants, and bug repellent.
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2. Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica's original destination for eco-tourism and still one of its most popular (which obviously doesn't make it a favorite...
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3. Cocles Beach
- Surfing and sunbathing are the main attractions at Cocles Beach, with swimming drawing third place. Rip currents can make it dangerous, but Cocles... read more
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4. Bijagual Waterfalls
- Romance and adventure come together at these enchanting waterfalls a short trip from Jaco Beach; the Bijagual waterfalls are among Costa Rica's... read more
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5. Whitewater Rafting on the Rio Pacuare
- Whitewater rafting on the Rio Pacuare is right up there with the canopy tour for adventure seekers in Costa Rica- both are not-to-be missed things-to-do... read more
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6. Arenal Volcano National Park
One of Costa Rica's seven active volcanos, Arenal is also one of the world's most regularly active volcanoes. Since its famous eruption in 1968...
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7. Horseback Riding on Costa Rica's Caribbean with Seahorse Stables
- Horseback riding in the Caribbean of Costa Rica is an experience unlike any other. Seahorse Stables is located near Cocles Beach, between the Gandoca... read more
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8. Tortuguero National Park
The best way to experience Tortuguero National Park is by boat. A network of marshy islands and beaches where sea turtles nest, Tortuguero is... read more-
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9. Corcovado National Park
- Corcovado National Park is located in the remote Pacific coast region known as the Osa Penninsula, 9 hours from the capital city of San Jose. This... read more
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10. Sloth Sanctuary
- Just north of Cahuita on the Caribbean coast, the Sloth Sanctuary offers tours of its rescue and rehabilitation center that offers a nice introduction... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- In Costa Rica, things to do are never in short supply. However long your visit may be, there are so many sights to see and activities to participate in it may only be difficult to decide what to do first. In a short amount of time, one can zipline through the rainforest, raft down the Rio Pacuare, climb around active Poas and Arenal volcanos, hike into the Manzanillo Gandoca Wildlife Refuge and surf the legendary waves of Salsa Brava. With more time, the possibilities are literally endless: explore virgin jungles, sport fish marlin and tuna, scuba dive coral reef, play with monkeys bird watch at dawn. Although the most popular things to do revolve around the outdoors and the superior tropical climate that makes Costa Rica an ideal destination for vacationing year round, there are also plenty of things to do that don't require much energy at all, such as a trip to the capital's National Theater, an architectural gem that dates back to the 19th century, a leisurely stroll through the many botanical gardens bursting with exotic flora and fauna, or a visit to Cafe Britt's coffee plantation for a taste of one of Costa Rica's richest resources. Even getting from place to place can be an exciting thing to do, especially if you decide to brave the winding roads yourself in a rental car. Whatever things you fancy to do, you'll find them, and more, in Costa Rica.
