What to do and see in Costa Rica, Costa Rica: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon

October 21, 2021 Timmy Ribble

Coordinates: 10°N 84°W / 10°N 84°W / 10; -84
Restaurants in Costa Rica

1. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Alturas de San Martin Norte 7KM south of Dominical, Dominical Costa Rica +506 8609 5363 [email protected] http://alturaswildlifesanctuary.org
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5.0 based on 900 reviews

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary is a non-profit organization where we Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release Costa Rica's exotic wildlife back into the jungle! 100% of your donation goes to care for the animals. You will see a variety of species and hopefully walk away with an understand on the importance of conservation.

Reviewed By buckeyes08 - San Jose, Costa Rica

We enjoyed this tour. We were prepared or thinking this was going to be a long hike/walk however, this is just a short circle around their sanctuary. Our guide was great, shared the great work their team is doing, shared some sad stories and most importantly educated us on what to watch for and what to do should you see an injured animal or sloth. We got really lucky and seen the two sloths being active. Highly recommend.

2. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica

Second Ave. and Fifth St., San Jose Costa Rica +506 2010 1100 http://www.teatronacional.go.cr
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4.5 based on 3,540 reviews

Teatro Nacional Costa Rica

Since 1897, this elegant theater has been a source of pride.

Reviewed By stjepkog - Gela, Italy

If You Have More then a Day - Visit the Teatro Nacional Costa Rica - It is a Beautiful Theater Built in the 19th Century - Take a Guided Tour.

3. Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja

Costa Rica +506 8807 4954 http://www.sinac.go.cr/ES/ac/acg/pnrv/Paginas/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 838 reviews

Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja

This 35,000-acre national park centers around a volcano that last erupted in 1995.

Reviewed By Moseywood - Center Valley, United States

Loved Jeody, our guide thru Gabriel’s Tours. He took our family of 6 on a great nature hike, swam in a 55 degree waterfall pool, saw fumeroles and mud pots, howler monkeys, aqua colored butterflies and iguanas. Beautiful park. Picked us up at Dreams Las Mareas resort which is close to Nicaragua and the drive was 1 1/2 hrs. Jeody made the day even better! Fun, very bright and knowledgeable. I would ask for him to be your guide. You will be delighted you did. Tell him Mo and Dave rec. him!

4. Tortuguero National Park

Tortuguero Costa Rica http://www.sinac.go.cr/EN-US/ac/acto/pnt/Pages/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 3,389 reviews

Tortuguero National Park

Reviewed By dianemorton5 - Essex, United Kingdom

Amazing Abundance of Wildlife including very rare species, Sloth, Croc, Monkeys etc, a trip to this park is a must for visitors to Costa Rica, wonderful memorable experience

5. Tortuga Island

Puntarenas 00000 Costa Rica
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4.5 based on 988 reviews

Tortuga Island

Reviewed By MBMVWA - Seattle, United States

We booked a snorkeling tour to the island. Great snorkeling. Once you finish snorkeling, they took us to the island lunch was ready for us. Great food! There is also a gift shop & beach bar

6. Cahuita National Park

Cahuita Costa Rica +506 2755 0302 [email protected] http://www.sinac.go.cr/ES/ac/aclac/pnc/Paginas/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 2,895 reviews

Cahuita National Park

This coastal park contains white sandy beaches and coral reefs.

Reviewed By willmW2416OC

1. Easiest entrance is via the Kelly Creek ranger station and walk along the coastal path up to Punta Cahuita. It’s possible to carry on and walk around the peninsula to Peurto Vargas ranger station or, you could enter via here. 2. If your aim is to see wildlife then take a guide. Yes, you can walk though on your own but you won’t spot much and like many people we saw, you’ll just walk past many animals and reptiles, so don’t skimp on hiring a guide. Avoid going in a large group of more than 4 people if you can as you’ll see and hear much more. We had a guide through Cahuita Tours (+506 2755-0000), and would recommend them. 3. Shorts and T shirt are fine. Trainers or even better trainer sandals are good but you could even wear flip flops. Walking shoes are not necessary as the paths are good. However, if you want to go swimming then I recommend you take beach shoes because the sand gives way to broken shell and coral and unless you have soles like an elephant, you’ll find it very uncomfortable to walk over! This is one thing we weren’t told and when we tried to go for a swim off the beach near Punta Cahuita ( which is much quieter than Playa Blanca that gets very busy), we couldn’t do it due to the sharp broken coral, which kind of spoiled our visit a bit! 4. If you walk slowly and take time to look you will see quite a bit. Please don’t do what we saw some idiots doing and run along the path! It isn’t a running track and this just frightens the wildlife away.

7. Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena

4 MI North Of Santa Elena 6 km Costa Rica +506 2645 5390 [email protected] http://www.reservasantaelena.org
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4.5 based on 705 reviews

Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena

It is a community non profit project, located near Monteverde, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. The Reserve has an extension of 310 hectares, covered by a majestic Cloud Forest, in which you can observe a great variety of plants, Orchids, trees, ferns, heliconias and others. Also hundreds of residents and migratory birds, as the Quetzal and the Bell bird. This Reserve is managed by the Santa Elena Technical High School .

Reviewed By 289normanr

While we have been to the Monteverde area many times, the Santa Elena Reserve is always special. This trip was no exception. It is truly an enchanted place filled with magic at every turn. Under the leadership of Johnny (who’s surname we haven’t ever known despite visits over nearly two decades) the Reserve is a true “gift” from the people of Santa Elena and the high school. The staff are (I think) all graduates of the local school who continue to grow with their beloved cloud forest. This year, we were privileged to be on a guided hike with Guillermo who’s knowledge and interests were on evidence over a wide range of subjects and a full three hours. The pride of each of the staff and for Johnny’s leadership and support is well earned and fully justified. Our thanks for another splendid time.

8. Playa Manuel Antonio

Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 6 kms south of Quepos, Manuel Antonio 195-6350 Costa Rica
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4.5 based on 11,923 reviews

Playa Manuel Antonio

One of Costa Rica's most popular beaches, Playa Manuel Antonio frequently hosts parties and festivals, and it is an ideal destination for avid surfers.

Reviewed By jimt903 - Middletown, United States

Along the trail through the M A national park, observe the flora and fauna, listen t o the call of exotic (for North Americans anyway) birds and at trail's end rejoice in the awesome views of Playa Manuel Antonio. Take your swimsuits. Monkey's galore and sloths high in the trees but the beach on the cove is the gem. Spend the afternoon if you take a light meal or snacks. And take water. There are adequate bath facilities.

9. Playa Guiones

Nosara Costa Rica
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4.5 based on 1,024 reviews

Playa Guiones

Reviewed By sabsnyc - Hamburg, Germany

Every day around five the latest ( you can come here all day) it’s good to come to the beach and watch the sunset while having a beer or even better while jumping the waves . It’s a very natural kept beach so no typically white sand to sit . You will find yourself a small log to sit on. High tide is following the sunset so there wo t be no dry spot . Make sure you bring only a towel or secure your belongings up high. It’s definitely worth it!!!!

10. Arenal Hanging Bridges

Arenal Volcano National Park 21007 Costa Rica
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4.5 based on 1,770 reviews

Arenal Hanging Bridges

Reviewed By Hamiltoncs - Anchorage, United States

We stopped here on our drive from Arenal to the Pacific Coast and very happy we did, the trail you ramble is very well maintained, i.e. walkable for most folks I would think, the hanging bridges offer great views, though a bit wobbly to take photos from, but good bird viewing as well as sloths and coatimundis,

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