Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a country that offers much to travelers. Natural adventure is the name of the game here. If you are interested in volcanos, rain and cloud
forest, jungle rivers, sports fishing, whitewater rafting adn wildlife viewing, Costa Rica offers all of this. In contrast, it does not offer fine cultural and
historic cities, very good snorkeling or diving or even very good beaches (nothing like the Caribbean). Most locals do not speak English.

The Caribbean coast is not very well developed and is very poor. There is little for tourists here. Much of the coast is polluted from run off from the
banana plantations. For adventurers there is Cahuita NP.

The Pacific coast is the popular place for tourists and charters. Here in Purntarenas and the Guanacaste area are major tourist hotels and some resorts.
If you expect the same as in the Caribbean, you will be disappointed.

The best itinerary for travelers is a variety of options. Costa Rica offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the world close to San Jose. It offers
fabulous bio-diversity in its national parks and reserves, and an up close view of nature for those wanting to experience its stunning scenery and exciting
outdoor options. There ar enine active volcanoes, dozens of national parks, an aerial tramway through the rainforest, seasonal arribatas of thousands of
sea turtles laying eggs on the beaches on both coasts, and a population of very friendly "Ticos," the Costa Rican people.