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  • Costa Rica’s Seasons

    Costa Rica’s Seasons Costa Rica’s seasons are far from what we know in Europe. When you ask a Tico what they are, they will tell you: the dry season and the green season. Furthermore, the country is subject to climatic differences, and for this reason, we will speak of climates in the plural. Indeed, although…

  • Costa Rica, a land of volcanoes

    Costa Rica, a land of volcanoes Costa Rica is often nicknamed “the land of volcanoes” due to its incredible concentration of volcanoes, both active and extinct, that dot the country’s landscape. It is home to nearly 200 of them, although only a small fraction are active. Costa Rica has so many volcanoes due to its…

  • The fauna and flora of Costa Rica

    The fauna and flora of Costa Rica BIODIVERSITY, FAUNA AND FLORA 10,000 species of plants, 1,400 species of orchids, 15,000 species of butterflies, 870 species of birds, 231 species of mammals, 220 species of reptiles, 160 species of amphibians, 34,000 species of insects, 1,600 species of fish. Some parks or reserves are must-sees for observing…

  • Ecotourism in Costa Rica

    Ecotourism in Costa Rica Costa Rica has become the world reference for ecotourism, solidarity tourism, rural tourism and environmental preservation for more than fifteen years. These are all terms to describe a commitment to harmony with nature and indigenous populations. With nearly 25% of its surface area protected in national parks and nature reserves, its…

  • The team

    The company Our travel agency, a French and English company in Costa Rica Costa Rica Découverte is a travel agency based in Costa Rica and only in Costa Rica! Passionate about this country with a thousand facets and nature lovers, our team has been preparing tailor-made trips that meet your expectations since 2008! Our success…

  • Costa Rica’s Parks and Reserves

    Costa Rica’s Parks and Reserves Because 6% of the world’s biodiversity is found in Costa Rica, the country has declared 25% of its territory as national parks, protected areas, or reserves. Costa Rica has established a system for the protection and conservation of its flora and fauna. There are 27 national parks, two of which…

  • Costa Rica’s culture

    Costa Rica’s culture Today, Costa Rica’s cultural life is concentrated mainly in and around the San José region, where more than half of the country’s population is concentrated. Visitors can visit, among other things, the National Theater, the Gold Museum, and the Jade Museum. “Ticos” (the nickname for Costa Ricans) love going to the theater…

  • Top 5 Sports in Costa Rica

    Top 5 Sports in Costa Rica So, you’ve bought your tickets and your next destination will be Costa Rica! You’d like to fine-tune this trip as best you can, and we understand. But the choices are vast and time is limited. For this reason, we’ll try to outline the main things to do during your…

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