Costa Rica has a lot to offer when you visit this amazing place. Its natural beauty gives visitors a unique holiday experience you can’t find in most other holiday destinations. It’s the perfect holiday location for individuals and groups of people with differing interests and requirements. Some people like a quiet peaceful vacation, while others are interested in a more adventurous holiday. Others want a combination of relaxation and adventure. Costa Rica gives you all of these options. Here are some of the most popular things you can do in Costa Rica.

Relax on Amazing Beaches

With hundreds of beaches along its Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, Costa Rica has it all when it comes to water based activities. Its many white sandy beaches are the perfect places to take it easy and enjoy the natural attractions along these coastlines. 

However, there are a huge number of activities you take part in if you have a more adventurous nature. Swimming, scuba diving, jet skiing, sports fishing, and surfing are just some of the activities that attract thousands of visitors every year. A wide range of boat tours are also available that ensure breathtaking views of this unique country’s coastline.

Go White Water Rafting

Water activities are not confined to the coastal areas of this country. Costa Rica is also known for its white water rafting. Once again, its natural features make it the perfect place for thrill seekers who want to take excitement to the next level. Costa Rica's rivers, canyons, valleys, and forests provide the perfect settings for this activity. The most popular rivers for white water rafting include Pacuare, Tenorio, Reventazon, Corobici, and Naranjo rivers. The natural beauty of these places is also the ideal location to walk, cycle, and hike if you don’t feel like taking on the rapids.

Visit Costa Rica's Many Parks

Costa Rica is blessed with a range of stunning parks. These parks take up a large area of the country, with dozens of wildlife parks, reserves, and animal refuges to choose from. These parks are the perfect places to explore and find out more about the natural beauty of the country. The most popular parks in Costa Rica include the following:
•    Manuel Antonio National Park
•    Parque Nacional Tortuguero
•    Corcovado National Park
•    Chirripó National Park
•    Carara National Park
•    Palo Verde National Park

Take a Cultural Tour

For those who want to see the cultural side of this country, Costa Rica won’t disappoint. It has a wide range of museums, theatres, music events, and festivals that capture the imagination throughout the year. The most popular museums include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, the Museo Nacional de Costa Rica, and the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

Visit its Many Volcanoes

One natural feature that sets this holiday destination apart from others is the various volcanoes that exist in Costa Rica. These natural features really bring to life the power of nature. Costa Rica has six volcanoes that are active and over sixty dormant volcanoes. The main volcanoes that attract visitors every year include Poás volcano, Irazú volcano, Rincón de la Vieja volcano, Tenorio volcano, and Turrialba volcano. Many of Costa Rica’s other volcanoes now produce steam because they are filled with water.

Take Part in Educational Activities

Visitors have the opportunity to learn new skills and obtain knowledge when they spend time in Costa Rica. There are many educational tours and short courses you can take when you stay in the towns, cities and coastal areas of the country. Some of the most popular skills and knowledge you can gain when you visit Costa Rica include horse riding lessons, nature courses, language courses, diving, and a range of cultural courses.

Relax at Local Spas and Luxury Resorts

When you’re on holiday in a place like Cost Rica, there are times when you’ll want to pamper yourself. Many of its most popular resorts and spas are located in spectacular settings. Before you decide on your Costa Rica vacation villa rental, consider locating close to these amenities or in a resort that has its own spa facilities. This makes it much easier to relax in exotic surroundings when you you need to relax after taking part in so many of the activities Costa Rica offers its visitors.

Costa Rica is a special, unique part of the world. Its diverse natural features make it the perfect place to stay, no matter what type of holiday you prefer. Whether you are the adventurous type, or want a more tranquil holiday experience, Costa Rica’s got it all.