A Travel Guide to Costa Rica

Located in Central America, Costa Rica borders Nicaragua to the north and Panama in the south.  To the west is the Pacific Ocean, and to the east is the Caribbean Sea.  This small country is host to a multitude of different microclimates and widely diverse landscapes, flora, and fauna.  In a days drive you can pass rainforest, dry tropical and temperate forests, volcanoes, high mountains, and even hit the beach.  Arrange a car hire Costa Rica to get around during your stay.

There are many things to see and do in Costa Rica, and most of them center around biodiversity in one way or another.  Make it your mission to spot the tropical mammals such as monkeys, sloths, or the incredibly illusive tapirs or wild cats.  Costa Rica is home to an abundance of birds and on the seasonal migratory path of many more. 

With 25% of the country being national parks and protected areas, there are many places you can go to observe abundant wildlife and lush vegetation.  Choose a 4-wheel drive Costa Rica car rental online for your time in Costa Rica so that you can be sure to make it to the wildest areas.

In addition to the wildlife Costa Rica has many beautiful beaches impressive volcanoes such as Arenal and Poas, majestic mountains, rivers perfect for water sports, and beautiful lakes.

Costa Rica is makes a great destination for relaxation or adventure.  There are many resorts and spas or beaches to lay back and rejuvenate.  When it comes to adventure you can hit the surf on the pacific coast, spend a day ziplining, mountain biking, wind surfing, white water rafting, kayaking, and even find a game golf.