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Guayabo National Monument is located on the slopes of the Turrialba volcano, 17 km from the town of the same name. It is Costa Rica’s main archaeological site.

The jewel of the Nicoya Peninsula: Cabo Blanco National Park. Cabo Blanco National Park is located at the southernmost tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. It is one of the most successful examples of conservation.

Barra Honda National Park in Guanacaste mainly attracts caving enthusiasts. However, if you’re a beginner, the park is still accessible and well worth a visit. Birdwatchers and photographers are also rarely disappointed by the detour.

Costa Rica is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and breathtaking natural landscapes. Among the natural treasures of this Central American country is the Rio Celeste, a spectacularly beautiful river that attracts travelers from all over the world. Nestled in Volcan Tenorio National Park, the Rio Celeste is a must-see destination for nature lovers, hikers and…

Volcan Tenorio is a national park in the northern part of Costa Rica, part of the Arenal Tilaran Conservation Area. Just a few kilometers from Bijagua, the jewel in the park’s crown is the volcano from which it takes its name. The volcano has been part of the park since 1995 and is located in…

Costa Rica’s largest park is the Amistad National Park on the Talamanca mountain range. With a surface area of 193,929 hectares, it extends as far as Panama. It is home to around 20% of Central America’s biodiversity!

Located in the north of Costa Rica, Rincon de la Vieja National Park stretches some 25 km northeast of the town of Liberia, capital of Guanacaste province. Its 14,000 hectares are made up of 9 active craters, where you can enjoy exceptional views of Lake Nicaragua (to the north), the Pacific (to the west) and…

This small mammal, known as the Central American kinkajou, is one of the many species to be seen in Costa Rica. The Tirimbina reserve is the perfect place to discover it on your excursions.

Have you always dreamed of walking on water? Then we invite you to discover Stand Up Paddle, the sport that’s going up and up! Or at least: gliding, gliding!

Certainly, guidebooks and websites speak of the Fortuna region with the volcano and its thermal waters as the only point of interest.

Arenal Volcano National Park is located in northwest Costa Rica, between the foothills of the Cordillera de Tilarán and the plains of San Carlos. At the foot of the volcano is the small town of La Fortuna, a natural tourist attraction with a view of the colossus.

The largest population of Scarlet Macaws or Ara Macao or Ara Macaw is found on the Osa Peninsula, south of Costa Rica.

Isla del Coco National Park lies 532 km southwest of the country. This island is part of the Cocos volcanic chain, which extends as far as the Galapagos Islands. Captain Cousteau once said of Coco: “It’s the most beautiful island in the world!” That alone…

A group of scientists aboard Captain Dr. Erik Cordes’ vessel Falkor have discovered eight new marine species of animals and four of corals in an underwater mountain near Coco Island.

The National Theatre and its 120 years of history adorn this jewel, and we wanted to remember its historical mark and the curiosities that surround it. A jewel located in the capital, its beauty does not go unnoticed by any passer-by strolling through the Culture Plaza. Its spectacular architecture is a veritable historical tattoo, hiding…

If there’s one paradoxical building in Costa Rica, it’s the famous Children’s Museum. What was once a dark prison filled with terror has become an arena of laughter and color. Its history is unique. Inaugurated in 1994, we wanted to tell you about its curious history.

In May 2014, the Jade Museum took up residence at the foot of the National Museum, just a stone’s throw from Democracy Square, home to the Gold Museum.

Manuel Antonio National Park, located in the central Pacific Ocean, is one of the most visited parks in the country. Its easy access, geographical location, ecosystems and beaches are no strangers to the park.

In our first two articles (here and here), we told you about little-known beaches that are not usually listed in tourist guides. Costa Rica Découverte is also here to share its good tips with you 😉 We’re off!

A short while ago, we told you about some of Costa Rica’s little-known beaches. Today, we’re going to continue telling you about 3 other beaches that are well worth a visit if you’re in the area on your next trip to Costa Rica.