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Costa Rica, for the love of nature
3 stops
6 nights
165 miles
Costa Rica is a country truly of its own. Having enshrined environmental protections within its Constitution in 1988, this small Central American country has become a paradise for lovers of unspoiled nature. Preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainability are firmly part of the country's DNA and it is happy to share its philosophy of <em fontscheme="2">pura vida </em>(a 'pure life') with all visitors. Let yourself be carried away by its abundant natural beauty, from its rainforests to the shores of the Pacific Ocean.
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Departure
Recommended duration : 2 nights
Bajos del Toro
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Café culture
For the last two centuries, the cafe culture has not only revolutionized the Costa Rican landscape, but it has also transformed the country's entire economy. From planting to roasting, the Espiritu Santo Coffee plantation offers the most curious visitors a tour that reveals the different stages of production of what is locally called the “grano de oro” (the golden bean). An essential step prior to tasting one of the best coffees in the world...
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Recommended duration : 2 nights
La Fortuna de San Carlos
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Along the water’s edge: The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
A paradise for fishing enthusiasts, the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is an immense wetlands consisting of intertwining jungle, rivers and canals. In 1991, it was awarded the honorific title of “Wetlands of International Importance”. As you wind your way along in a canoe or small boat, you'll discover rare migrating bird species such as ibis, storks, and toucans amongst the endemic plant life.
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Walk the Arenal lava fields
The eruption of July 29, 1968 permanently marked both the collective memory of the population and the landscape itself. The slopes of the Arenal volcano are now covered by solidified lava fields crisscrossed by numerous paths . In this singular setting, a guide will recount the history of this now-dormant volcano, and provide you with a brief overview of the vegetation that has since grown back...
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Bathe in the Arenal Volcano hot springs
The area surrounding the Arenal Volcano provides countless opportunities to immerse yourself in hot springs with water temperatures varying between 90 and 152 degrees. A suitable location for thermal baths, numerous hot springs have thus been developed at the foot of the volcano. You can pass from one pool to another within a luxuriant setting in which the vegetation has gradually reclaimed its territory among the palm trees and refreshing waterfalls...
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Recommended duration : 2 nights
Las Catalinas
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Marine wildlife watching
Las Catalinas has long been regarded as a pristine natural environment, with its shores rarely visited, even by local fishers. These protected marine parks are home to rich aquatic life where you can observe whales, sharks, dolphins, leatherback turtles, manta rays and colorful reef fish. In Las Catalinas, the fishers now share the sea with diving and snorkeling enthusiasts.
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Paddleboarding and kayaking, another way to explore the shores
The beauty of Guanacaste's shoreline can also be enjoyed from the sea, for an alternative perspective on the lush vegetation, white sandy beaches and hidden coves that overlook crystal-clear waters. Everywhere, the wilder reaches of its coast have been carefully preserved. In Las Catalinas, opposite Playa Dantita, sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboard enthusiasts can discover impressive pelican and frigate bird nests, sheltered by the rugged terrain of the Pitahaya Islands.
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